In recognition of Mandela Day this year, Cannons Creek Independent School got involved with a variety of projects and beneficiaries, aimed at uplifting communities. “It is in your hands,to make a better world for all who live in it.” – Nelson Mandela. Mandela Day is celebrated globally on 18 July to honour Madiba’s life work, and to change the world for the better. …
At Cannons, we understand that choosing a school for your child is an investment for the next 14 odd years. Watch this video featuring one of our parents chatting about all the financial aspects they considered before sending their children to our school. Book your tour today to enrol your child. Click here to view…
At Cannons, we believe in developing and empowering our staff, and exposing them to trends and new teaching techniques – for the betterment of our staff, but also our pupils. Five of our staff across the Primary School and High School (Mrs Oliphant absent from photo) attended the InnovateEDU 2024 Conference on 17 and 18…
Cannons Creek Independent School proudly hosted Social Media Legal expert Emma Sadleir on Thursday 2 May for a marathon talk split into three sessions – Grade 4-6 pupils, Grade 7-12 pupils, and finally in the evening – the Parents. Emma addressed each audience in an age-appropriate manner, where she explained legalities in a simple, easy-to-understand and interesting manner,…
On 5 March, Cannons Creek Independent School was incredibly fortunate to host the amazing Psychologist and Speaker, Naomi Holdt. Naomi delivered a very engaging parent talk, outlining 11 tips and strategies to raise more resilient and independent children and teenagers. She spoke of critically important simple ideas, commenting that we need to go back to…
Cannons Creek Independent School held its annual Fun Run event on 9 February 2024, for its in-house school families and any community members wishing to participate. The race accommodated over 600 participants, offering 2km / 4km / 8km events to cater for the serious runners, the joggers, the plodders and even those who simply wanted to enjoy a chance…
Cannons Creek looks forward to hosting prospective families on Friday 8 March (09h00 – 12h00) for the Primary School Open Day, and on Saturday 9 March (09h00 – 12h00) for the High School Open Day. Families are invited to view the school, meet the teachers, and interact with its pupils. Please book your slot here…
The Cannons Creek Fun Run will take place on Friday, 9 February 2024. This event caters for everyone – the serious runners, the joggers, the plodders and even those who simply want to come along to cheer and enjoy a good meal and the amazing energy! The Fun Run offers an 8km and 4km race…
We are excited to welcome new staff to our Cannons team for 2024 – we hope they enjoy many happy years with us! Edgar Nuves – HS Maths & Physical Sciences Teacher I was born in Vosloorus, Gauteng and attended Boksburg High School. I have two degrees from Stellenbosch University: BSc Chemistry and Polymer Science…
[Speech as delivered by Mrs Hazelmay Duncan, Trust Member, at High School Prize-giving on 7 December]. It is my privilege and pleasure this evening to have been asked to say farewell and to thank Mrs Hedenskog as she retires after nine very successful years with us. Annemarie joined Cannons Creek in July 2014. She was…
