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Badge for Cultural (Music) Achievements
Learners can earn a badge by consistently excelling in music through participation in ensembles, solo performances, and passing external exams such as Trinity Exams. This recognises musical talent and dedication.
- Who it is for
- learners at Bergvliet Primary School
- How to act on it
- Participate in music ensembles, give solo performances, and pass external music exams
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Cultural (Music) Achievements: Consistently excelling in music through ensemble participation, solo performances, and external examinations.
Badge for Academic Excellence
Learners can earn a badge by achieving an average of 85% or higher in their term assessments. This recognition celebrates high academic performance and motivates learners to excel in their studies.
- Who it is for
- learners at Bergvliet Primary School
- How to act on it
- Achieve a term average of 85% or higher in academic subjects
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Academic Excellence: Achieving an average of 85% or higher for the term.
Recorder Ensembles
Learners can join a Recorder Ensemble, where they play recorders in group settings and perform at school events.
- Who it is for
- learners at Bergvliet Primary School
- How to act on it
- Enrol in a Recorder Ensemble through the music department
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We also have a String Ensemble, Recorder Ensembles, as well as both Junior and Senior Orchestras.
String Ensemble
Learners can join the String Ensemble, which includes violin, cello, and other string instruments, and perform at school events and competitions.
- Who it is for
- learners at Bergvliet Primary School
- How to act on it
- Join the String Ensemble through the music department
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We also have a String Ensemble, Recorder Ensembles, as well as both Junior and Senior Orchestras.
Senior Choir (Grades 4 to 7)
Learners in Grades 4 to 7 can join the Senior Choir, participating in performances at school events and contributing to the school's musical culture.
- Who it is for
- learners in Grades 4 to 7 at Bergvliet Primary School
- How to act on it
- Enrol in the Senior Choir through the music department
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In addition, we have a Junior Choir for Grades 2 and 3, and a Senior Choir made up of learners from Grades 4 to 7.
Music Tuition in Multiple Instruments
Learners can receive tuition in piano, keyboard, violin, cello, guitar, recorder, voice, clarinet, drumkit, and marimba from specialist music teachers. This provides structured learning opportunities in various musical disciplines.
- Who it is for
- learners at Bergvliet Primary School
- How to act on it
- Enrol in instrument lessons offered by the school's specialist music teachers
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Bergvliet Primary School has a thriving Music Department, offering tuition in piano, keyboard, violin, cello, guitar, recorder, voice, clarinet, drumkit and marimba with our specialist music teachers.
Senior Orchestra (Grades 5 to 7)
Learners in Grades 5 to 7 can join the Senior Orchestra, which includes rhythm section, piano, keyboards, drums, guitars, violins, recorders, and melodic percussion, performing popular songs and jazz arrangements.
- Who it is for
- learners in Grades 5 to 7 at Bergvliet Primary School
- How to act on it
- Enrol in the Senior Orchestra through the music department
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The Bergvliet Primary Senior Orchestra is a mixed ensemble of Grade 5 to 7 learners, comprising a rhythm section, piano, keyboards, drumkit, bass guitar, electric and acoustic guitars, violins, recorders and melodic percussion.
Badge for Service to Others
Learners can earn a badge by going above and beyond in service initiatives, such as fundraising for a cause or leading a project to help others. This rewards compassion, leadership, and community involvement.
- Who it is for
- learners at Bergvliet Primary School
- How to act on it
- Lead or actively participate in a service initiative that benefits others
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Service to Others: Going above and beyond in service initiatives, such as fundraising for a worthy cause or leading a project to assist those in need.
Badge for Sporting Achievements
Learners can earn a badge by demonstrating outstanding performance in sports at the school, zonal, or provincial level. This recognises athletic excellence and commitment to team and individual sports.
- Who it is for
- learners at Bergvliet Primary School
- How to act on it
- Demonstrate outstanding performance in school, zonal, or provincial sports events
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Sporting Achievements: Demonstrating outstanding performance at school, zonal, or provincial levels.
Trinity Exams for Instrumentalists
Instrumental learners can take Trinity Exams to receive graded assessments and formal recognition of their musical progress.
- Who it is for
- instrumental learners at Bergvliet Primary School
- How to act on it
- Register to take a Trinity Exam through the music department
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Instrumentalists also regularly enter for Trinity Exams, providing them with the opportunity to complete graded assessments.
Junior Choir (Grades 2 and 3)
Learners in Grades 2 and 3 can join the Junior Choir, where they will sing together, participate in school events, and develop their vocal skills in a supportive group environment.
- Who it is for
- learners in Grades 2 and 3 at Bergvliet Primary School
- How to act on it
- Join the Junior Choir through registration with the music department
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In addition, we have a Junior Choir for Grades 2 and 3, and a Senior Choir made up of learners from Grades 4 to 7.
Participation in Eisteddfods
Learners can participate in the Western Cape Virtual Eisteddfod, Cape Town Eisteddfod, and Kaapse Afrikaanse Eisteddfod as part of their music or drama performances.
- Who it is for
- musical and dramatic performers at Bergvliet Primary School
- How to act on it
- Perform in school concerts or events to qualify for selection to represent the school in Eisteddfod competitions
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Our instrumentalists and ensembles participate annually in the Western Cape Virtual Eisteddfod, the Cape Town Eisteddfod and the Kaapse Afrikaanse Eisteddfod.
Junior Orchestra
Learners in Grades 4 to 7 can join the Junior Orchestra, which performs a range of popular and jazz-style arrangements in school events.
- Who it is for
- learners in Grades 4 to 7 at Bergvliet Primary School
- How to act on it
- Join the Junior Orchestra through the music department
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We also have a String Ensemble, Recorder Ensembles, as well as both Junior and Senior Orchestras.
Music tuition and ensemble participation
Learners can receive tuition in various instruments such as piano, violin, guitar, and voice, and join ensembles including choirs, orchestras, and recorder groups. They also have opportunities to perform at school events and compete in eisteddfods and Trinity Exams.
- Who it is for
- learners at Bergvliet Primary School
- How to act on it
- Enrol in music lessons and join ensembles through the school’s Music Department.
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Bergvliet Primary School has a thriving Music Department, offering tuition in piano, keyboard, violin, cello, guitar, recorder, voice, clarinet, drumkit and marimba with our specialist music teachers.
Badge recognition for academic, sporting, cultural, and service achievements
Learners can earn badges by meeting specific criteria: achieving 85% average in academics, excelling in sports at school or higher levels, consistently performing in music, or going above and beyond in service initiatives.
- Who it is for
- learners at Bergvliet Primary School
- How to act on it
- Achieve the required standards in one of four categories: academics, sport, culture (music), or service to others.
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Learners can earn badges in four key areas: Academic Excellence: Achieving an average of 85% or higher for the term. Sporting Achievements: Demonstrating outstanding performance at school, zonal, or provincial levels. Cultural (Music) Achievements: Consistently excelling in music through ensemble participation, solo performances, and external examinations. Service to Others: Going above and beyond in service initiatives, such as fundraising for a worthy cause or leading a project to assist those in need.
Drama Extra-Mural Activity
Learners can join drama as an extra-mural activity, grouped by phase (Foundation or Intermediate/Senior). They can participate in school performances, assemblies, and compete in events like the Cape Town Eisteddfod.
- Who it is for
- learners at Bergvliet Primary School
- How to act on it
- Register to join the drama programme based on phase; participate in weekly rehearsals and performances
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Drama is offered as an extra-mural activity at Bergvliet Primary School, led by our dedicated internal coaches. Learners participate in groups according to their phase – either the Foundation Phase or the Intermediate/Senior Phase allowing them to explore the exciting world of drama in an age-appropriate setting.
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City of Cape Town, Western Cape
Reference
https://bergvlietprimary.co.za/culture/
Key Takeaways
- Bergvliet Primary School
- badge system
- academic excellence
- sporting achievements
- cultural achievements
- service to others
- drama
- music tuition
- choirs
- ensembles
- orchestras
- Eisteddfods
- Trinity Exams
- weekly assemblies
- annual Variety Show
- Valentine’s Day Talent Show
- Foundation Phase
- Intermediate/Senior Phase
- Grades 2–7
- Bergvliet Primary School
- Cape Town Eisteddfod
- Western Cape Virtual Eisteddfod
- Kaapse Afrikaanse Eisteddfod
- Trinity Exams