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Iyana loves being active and is developing a strong awareness of her body. She enjoys moving to music, balancing, climbing and exploring a variety of ways to move during playtime. She is becoming increasingly confident in managing her body in space, showing good coordination and control as she learns and practises new skills. Her enthusiasm and joy for movement are a delight to see and bring wonderful energy to all our classroom activities.

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Iyana has a wonderful enthusiasm for hands-on activities. She enjoys rolling playdough, building with small blocks, drawing imaginative pictures and exploring different materials creatively. Her hand control and fine motor skills are developing beautifully, and it is a joy to see how focused, engaged and happy she is as she creates something special. Her confidence and pride in her work continue to grow with each activity she completes.

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Iyana enjoys being active and is always eager to join in games that involve running, jumping, climbing and dancing. She is developing lovely balance, coordination and body awareness, and takes great pleasure in demonstrating her growing abilities. It is wonderful to see her energy, enthusiasm and confidence flourish as she explores new physical challenges and enjoys participating fully in all movement activities. Her joy in being active adds so much positivity to our classroom.

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Hand: Right handed

Eye: Right

Foot: Right

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Iyana shows a growing awareness of the world around her and takes delight in observing small details with care and curiosity. She enjoys exploring picture books, puzzles, matching and sorting activities, all of which support the development of her visual skills. It is lovely to see her concentrating, focusing intently and using her eyes to guide her hands when drawing, building, or engaging in new activities. Her attention to detail and careful observation enhance her learning and creativity across a variety of tasks.

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Iyana demonstrates excellent listening skills and enjoys engaging with a variety of sounds, music and spoken instructions. She listens attentively during stories, songs and group activities, and is able to recall details accurately, showing a clear understanding of what she hears. It is wonderful to see her responding thoughtfully and confidently, asking questions and participating with interest. Her growing attentiveness and enjoyment of listening are helping her develop strong communication skills and a genuine love for learning.

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During Term Three and Four, students are assessed on their developing understanding and use of additional languages, including isiZulu, Afrikaans, and Sign Language. Children begin to recognise and use basic words and simple greetings related to daily routines and familiar classroom themes. Through songs, stories, and interactive activities, students build confidence in using theme-related vocabulary and demonstrate an awareness of language diversity, showing enthusiasm and participation during everyday conversational practice.

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During Term Three and Four, students are assessed on their developing awareness of sounds and phonics. Children begin to recognise that words are made up of different sounds and demonstrate the ability to listen attentively and identify familiar environmental and initial letter sounds. Through rhymes, songs, and playful listening activities, they learn to distinguish between similar sounds and show awareness of rhythm and rhyme in spoken language.

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During Term Three and Four, students are assessed on their developing understanding of number concepts, recognition, and counting skills. Children begin to recognise and name numbers from 0 to 10 and demonstrate an understanding of quantity through hands-on activities and practical experiences. They practise counting forwards and backwards to 50 with growing accuracy and confidence. In addition, students explore and identify six basic 2D shapes, describing their features and using them in creative and play-based learning experiences to build early mathematical awareness

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Iyana has a lovely creative spirit and enjoys expressing herself through a wide range of art activities. She explores colours, shapes, textures and different materials with great enthusiasm and imagination, often experimenting with new techniques and ideas. Iyana takes pride in her creations and enjoys sharing them with teachers and friends, delighting in their reactions and feedback. It is a joy to see her confidence, creativity and artistic skills continue to grow as she explores, experiments and brings her ideas to life.

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Iyana enjoys exploring music and rhythm through songs, rhymes and movement activities. She listens attentively to different beats, melodies and patterns, joining in enthusiastically with singing, clapping, dancing and actions. She loves expressing herself through sound and movement, showing creativity, energy and joy in every activity. It is a pleasure to watch her confidence and enjoyment grow during music sessions, as she experiments with rhythms and melodies and engages fully with the musical experiences offered.

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Kim Mosedie

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02 October 2021

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107 cm

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17.6 kg

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Iyana is a delightful and chatty girl who brings laughter, warmth and positivity wherever she goes. She enjoys making new friends and participates in classroom activities with great enthusiasm and curiosity. It has been wonderful to see her confidence grow as she learns to share, listen and cooperate with others during play and group tasks. Her cheerful spirit, bright smile and joyful energy light up the classroom every day, making her a pleasure to teach and be around.

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Iyana is developing a genuine love for reading and enjoys exploring books both independently and during story time. She is beginning to recognise letters and sounds and is showing growing confidence in early writing activities, including drawing and mark-making. It is wonderful to see her curiosity and enthusiasm for words and stories, and she takes great joy in sharing her ideas and discoveries with teachers and friends. Her engagement with books is helping to build a strong foundation for literacy and a lifelong enjoyment of reading.

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Iyana is developing her speaking and communication skills beautifully. She enjoys sharing her ideas, thoughts, and experiences with both teachers and friends and is becoming increasingly confident in expressing herself clearly and thoughtfully. Iyana listens attentively to others, responds appropriately, and is beginning to use new words and phrases she learns in her conversations. She is also exploring new vocabulary in Afrikaans, isiZulu, and Sign Language, showing curiosity and enthusiasm for learning different ways to communicate. It is a joy to see her growing confidence, curiosity, and love for communication each day, and her positive attitude helps her build strong connections with those around her. Well done, Iyana!

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Iyana approaches numeracy activities with great curiosity and enthusiasm. She enjoys counting, sorting and recognising numbers, and is developing a solid understanding of basic mathematical concepts such as size, shape, patterns, and simple comparisons. She engages thoughtfully in problem-solving tasks and takes care and pride in her work, often celebrating her achievements with joy. It is wonderful to see her growing confidence and enjoyment when exploring numbers, experimenting with patterns, and discovering new mathematical ideas through hands-on play and daily activities.

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Iyana is a cheerful, lively and curious girl who brings joy, warmth and positivity to the classroom every day. She loves exploring, creating, and being active, and she shares her ideas, laughter and enthusiasm freely with both teachers and friends. Iyana’s confidence, kindness and enthusiasm continue to grow with each new experience, and it is a delight to watch her develop new skills, embrace challenges and express her wonderful personality so freely. She brightens the classroom with her energy and curiosity, and it is a pleasure to witness her learning and growing each day. I wish you and your family a happy, safe and restful festive season.