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Grade 3 students take part in sporting events against other schools, including festivals and structured fixtures in mini tennis, galas, soccer, netball, hockey, and hardball cricket. These events help develop well-rounded athletes.
- Who it is for:
- students in Grade 3 at Umhlali Preparatory School
- How to act on it:
- Be selected by the school to participate in festivals and fixtures; attend scheduled events.
Selected rugby players from Grade 2 and above can participate in the annual DPHS Rugby Festival, a competitive event involving multiple schools.
- Who it is for:
- selected rugby players from Grade 2 and above at Umhlali Preparatory School
- How to act on it:
- Be selected by the school to represent the school in the tournament; attend the event as part of the festival.
Students in Grades R to 7 can join the JP Fun Gala, a fun-filled event combining sports, games, and entertainment for all participants.
- Who it is for:
- students in Grades R to 7 at Umhlali Preparatory School
- How to act on it:
- Attend the event as part of the school’s sports calendar; no formal application needed.
Children can enrol in the Foundation Phase at Umhlali Preparatory School, which includes four Grade R classes, six classes in Grade 1, six in Grade 2, and five in Grade 3. Each class is led by a registration teacher with support from specialist teachers.
- Who it is for:
- parents of children entering Grades R–3
- How to act on it:
- Contact Umhlali Preparatory School to register a child for the Foundation Phase
The REACH Centre provides individual and group therapy sessions for learners who need additional support, including social, emotional, and academic assistance.
- Who it is for:
- learners at Umhlali Preparatory School requiring learning support
- How to act on it:
- Contact the REACH Centre to schedule therapy sessions for a learner
Learners at Umhlali Preparatory School can access short-term counselling sessions through the REACH Team if they are experiencing school-related issues or emotional challenges that affect their ability to focus. The support is provided in a safe and collaborative environment.
- Who it is for:
- learners at Umhlali Preparatory School
- How to act on it:
- Contact the REACH team via telephone or visit the REACH Centre at 2 School Road, Umhlali (Ballito)
Learners requiring long-term therapy will be referred for private psychological assessment. This service helps connect pupils with ongoing professional support beyond the school's short-term capacity.
- Who it is for:
- learners at Umhlali Preparatory School requiring long-term therapy
- How to act on it:
- Be identified by the REACH Team as needing long-term support and receive a referral for private psychological assessment
Pupils who feel lonely or excluded during break time can use the Friendship Benches at Umhlali Preparatory School. The Grade 7 Friendship and Care Service group supports these learners to foster inclusion and connection.
- Who it is for:
- learners at Umhlali Preparatory School who feel lonely or excluded
- How to act on it:
- Approach a Friendship Bench during break time and accept assistance from the Grade 7 Friendship and Care Service group
Learners at Umhlali Preparatory School can access individual and group therapy sessions through the REACH Centre. These sessions are designed to support students facing emotional or academic challenges, helping them overcome barriers to learning in a safe and inclusive environment.
- Who it is for:
- learners at Umhlali Preparatory School from Grade R to Grade 7
- How to act on it:
- Contact the REACH Centre via telephone to schedule a session
The school has installed Friendship Benches to help learners who feel lonely or excluded during break times. The Grade 7 Friendship and Care Service group supports these learners, encouraging peers to invite others to join them with simple words like 'You can sit with us…'.
- Who it is for:
- learners at Umhlali Preparatory School who feel isolated or excluded
- How to act on it:
- Use the Friendship Benches during break times; participate in peer inclusion efforts led by Grade 7 students
Students can access personalised music instruction through private one-on-one lessons, tailored to their skill level and goals.
- Who it is for:
- students interested in individualised music instruction
- How to act on it:
- Parents or guardians should contact the school to arrange these lessons.
Pupils from Grade R onwards can attend music lessons taught by specialist music teachers. These lessons include percussion instruction using boom whackers, xylophones, and glockenspiel in the Foundation Phase, and practical performance, music theory, and history in the Senior Preparatory Phase.
- Who it is for:
- pupils from Grade R onwards
- How to act on it:
- No application required; enrolment is part of the regular school curriculum for enrolled pupils.