On Monday, the Grade 5s headed off on the Red Bus to explore parts of the Cape Peninsula. This was a fitting end to our term of exploring the wonders of South Africa. It was also very special to be doing it in Heritage Week. There was much excitement as we headed off with earphones plugged in and maps ready…
On 18 September, we welcomed Zak Abrahams (Drowning Prevention Instructor) from the National Sea Rescue Institute (NSRI) who spoke to our Grade 1-4 pupils about water safety. He spoke a bit about the NSRI that they are made up of 1800 volunteers; sharing the statistics that each Summer, approximately 450 children drown in Cape Town…
On 9 September 2025, Cannons Creek Independent School hosted nternationally-acclaimed isiXhosa poet, singer, storyteller, actress, and language teacher – Linomtha Nobuhle. She shared with the audience how she came from Transkei at the age of 18 with her mother and siblings, not able to speak English and how she travelled overseas, sharing the importance of…
On 2 September, our Grade 1-6 pupils took part in an exciting chocolate-making workshop. It certainly was an experience since it was the first time wearing a hair net or apron for some, and even stirring the pot of chocolate being tempered! Lots of fun was had while The Chocolate Factory SA showed our pupils…
Cannons Creek Independent Primary School submitted 10 of its pupils to take part in the individual instrument section of the Tygerberg International Eisteddfod, where the adjudication took place at various local schools 4-23 August 2025. The pupils were entered in the following sections: Piano, Recorder, Violin, and Vocal; and all achieved above Merit (75%). “I’m incredibly…
The Grade 5s embarked on an exploration of wonder at the Iziko South African Natural History Museum. They engaged with many topics that they have been learning about this year, from the polar regions, animals, to fossils and artefacts, and ended by studying the San Rock Art that is on display. A definite highlight was…
On Tuesday 19 August, our Grade 1-3 Orff ensemble groups participated in the Tygerberg International Eisteddfod. The adjudication was held at school, where the adjudicator, Thea Lamprecht was welcomed. We are ecstatic to have achieved Honours (80-89%) for all four items performed. The adjudicator’s feedback was very encouraging. “We are so incredibly proud of your…
The Grade 6s have embarked on an exciting learning journey during IBL this term, exploring the fascinating history of medicine and groundbreaking developments in surgery. This week, they were eager to learn about Dr. Christiaan Barnard and the world’s first heart transplant. The visit to The Heart Museum proved to be a valuable and inspiring…
On Tuesday, the Grade 3s went to the Museum of Illusions. The grade was split into three groups and we set off to explore the museum. The learners had fun experiencing all the different exhibits and having their photos taken. Optical Illusions are so clever and some make your eyes hurt! After that we headed…
The Grade 2s spent a wonderful morning at the Cape Town Science Centre on Thursday. They learnt about seeds and what plants need to grow, built walls and had fun examining the various displays. They also thoroughly enjoyed the show and light room.
