Hoerskool Elliot

Foundation Phase — Caring · Curious · Confident

Foundation Phase
Updated: Nov 3, 2025

Nurturing early learners — play, wonder and grow

Our Foundation Phase focuses on emotional safety, discovery learning and a strong literacy and numeracy base. The classroom is where play meets purpose: small-group activities, outdoor learning and teacher-led story time encourage curiosity and confidence.

“Children learn best when they feel safe, seen and challenged in ways that make sense to them. Our days are full of wonder — and real learning.” — Mrs. N. van der Merwe, Head of Foundation Phase

Teacher reading to foundation phase learners

Reading circles and early literacy — how we teach reading

We use multi-sensory strategies and small-group reading circles to support phonics and comprehension. Lessons combine playful activities, songs and carefully chosen storybooks to build a lifelong love of reading.

Children painting in class
Art and expression

Weekly art sessions encourage self-expression and fine motor skills.

Math activity with counters
Hands-on numeracy

Concrete resources help children make sense of numbers and patterns.

Playground time

Outdoor play

Daily free-play develops social skills and physical coordination.

Teacher smiling

Dedicated teachers

Qualified educators focused on differentiated learning.

Books for young readers

Mini library

Age-appropriate books for every reading level.

Daily routine

Circle time · Literacy stations · Snack · Outdoor play · Story time · Reflection

Contact

foundation@hoerskool-elliot.edu.sa · 012 345 6789

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