Learners explore creativity and confidence

CLASSROOMS in several Gauteng primary schools are taking on a new life after the final bell rings, as an arts programme aims to nurture creativity, confidence and self-expression among young learners.

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The initiative is being piloted by the Adopt-a-School Foundation, an entity of the Cyril Ramaphosa Foundation shaping the after-school experience for many learners.

Through its Whole School Development model, the foundation supports efforts to create stronger teaching and learning environments in schools.

The new extracurricular arts programme is currently being implemented in five Gauteng primary schools: Nageng Primary School, Diepsloot Primary School, Bathabile Primary School, Qhobosheane Primary School and Tsakane Primary School.

The pilot programme runs for 11 months, from January to November, and targets learners in Grades 4 to 7. It began with an intensive Art Boot Camp held from February 23 to 27, where youth facilitators were trained to guide learners through the programme’s activities.