Among issues under the spotlight heading into the 2026 school year is the implementation of a compulsory Grade R year in the foundation phase, in line with the Basic Education Laws Amendment (Bela) ...
The implementation in South Africa of a compulsory Grade R year has the potential to boost access to quality education for thousands of children, allowing them to build strong foundations that will ...
The Department of Basic Education has introduced a new minimum qualification requirement for Grade R teachers under the BELA Act The move has raised fears that thousands of experienced practitioners ...