Cannons Creek Independent School’s Grade 4–6 pupils attended their annual Camp at High Africa (situated on the Breede River near Worcester) from 28-30 April 2026. The experienced facilitators presented a well-structured and fun programme that included high and low ropes, wall climbing, water safety, thinking skills activities, and a lively potjie cooking competition. “It was particularly encouraging…
The Cannons Creek Grade 4-6 Science Expo held on 24 March 2026 was once again, a resounding success! From solar ovens to hydroponics, to batteries made from vegetables; to creating snowstorms in jars, researching ways to save water, and using seaweed to improve plant growth – there certainly was a wide variety of projects on show. “Thank you to all…
Congratulations to Cannons Creek Grade 6 pupil Atiya Kaplen who won a Silver Award for outstanding individual achievement in the final round of the Vietnam International Applied Mathematics Competition (VIAMC) 2026. This took place in Da Nang, Vietnam, from 5-8 March 2026. Atiya Kaplen participated in the finals after ranking in the top learners in…
On 24 February, our Grade 6s spent some time in the High School – giving them a feel for what they can look forward to in 2027. After a fun ice-breaker with the four current Prefects, and a chat from High School Principal Mr Morton; they joined the current Grade 7s for a Natural Science…
On Friday 20 February, Cannons Creek Independent Primary School hosted its annual Camp Out event. This much-anticipated calendar highlight saw families exchanging their warm beds at home, for a unique camping experience – on the school field, surrounded by school friends and families. Amidst the braaiing, glow sticks, and playing around; families enjoyed the time to chat and socialise. This…
Cannons Creek is proud to announce the results from the 2025 Conquesta Olympiads, written in August/September for the Grade 3-6 pupils. Pupils took part in the Mathematics, English, and Afrikaans Olympiads; and the school received a Top 20 Award. In a letter received from Conquesta, it stated “It is with great pleasure that we extend our…
At Cannons Creek Primary School, we continue to nurture curious, confident, and kind pupils. By keeping our focus on solid teaching, innovation, and well-being, we help each child feel known, valued, and ready to take on new challenges. When pupils feel that they truly belong, they flourish – and that remains at the heart of…
Last week, the Grade 4s visited the Centre for Education Conservation, where they experienced schooling in the Victorian era. They found out what it was like to be “seen and not heard”. They practised writing on slate boards and sitting up straight with their hands behind their backs. Click here to read more about Cannons…
The Grade 5s have the opportunity every year to participate in the Learn2Lead programme. The purpose of the programme is to: Requirements: Over the course of a year, the pupils are required to meet certain criteria in 4 categories. SERVICE: 20 hours of Community Service Atiya: I played piano for the elderly at Pinelands Grove…
We had a lovely evening on Monday 1 December 2025, starting with watching all our pupils perform carols, followed by a relaxed family picnic on the field. Thank you to Ms Levitt, Mrs Gopal, and Mrs Theys for their preparation efforts, and well done to our pupils for adding some festive cheer. We were blessed…
