Progress Report: Avethandwa Khwitshana by Cindy van Heerden

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Body Awareness:

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Ave is developing a lovely awareness of her body and how it moves. She enjoys activities that involve movement, balance and coordination, such as dancing, climbing and outdoor play. She is learning to use her body with increasing control and confidence, and can follow simple movement instructions with ease. Ave also enjoys drawing pictures of people and is able to identify and name different body parts accurately. It is wonderful to see her developing both physical skills and body knowledge, and she takes great pride in her achievements. Well done!

Fine Motor Skills:

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Ave is developing good control and coordination in her fine motor skills. She enjoys activities such as threading, building with small blocks and using playdough to create different shapes. She holds her pencil correctly and is becoming more confident when drawing, colouring and beginning to write. Ave takes great pride in her work, showing patience and care with every task. It is lovely to see her growing independence and skill in these activities. Keep it up!

Gross Motor Skills:

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Ave enjoys being active and always takes part in outdoor activities with great enthusiasm. She moves confidently and is developing good balance, coordination and control. She loves running, jumping and climbing, and is learning to manage her movements with increasing confidence. Ave enjoys participating in group games and movement activities, and it is lovely to see her cooperation, energy and joy when playing alongside her friends. Her strength, coordination and confidence are developing beautifully as she continues to explore different ways of moving and challenging herself physically.

Dominance:

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Hand: Right handed

Eye : Left

Foot : Right

Visual Development:

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Ave is developing strong visual skills and enjoys activities that involve close observation, matching and sorting. She can confidently recognise and name colours, shapes and some numbers. She enjoys puzzles and pattern games, paying careful attention to detail and demonstrating focus and perseverance when completing them. Ave notices similarities and differences in pictures and objects and is learning to organise and categorise what she sees. It is lovely to see how her curiosity, attention to detail and observation skills continue to grow each day, supporting her learning across a wide range of activities.

Auditory Development:

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Ave is a good listener who enjoys music, stories and group discussions. She listens attentively and follows instructions carefully, demonstrating good understanding. She enjoys singing along to familiar songs and can repeat simple rhythms and sounds with growing accuracy and confidence. Ave is also developing her ability to recognise and respond to different sounds in her environment, showing increasing awareness of tone, pitch and rhythm. It is lovely to see how her listening skills support her learning, helping her engage confidently in classroom activities and participate fully in both group and individual tasks.

Descriptor:

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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

Art:

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Ave really enjoys creative activities and always takes pride in her artwork. She loves experimenting with different colours, textures and materials, often producing unique and imaginative pieces. She enjoys painting, drawing and using collage materials to express her ideas and explore her creativity. Ave concentrates well during art activities, showing patience and care, and often adds thoughtful details that make her work special. It is wonderful to see how confident she is becoming in expressing herself creatively and how proud she feels of her finished pieces, demonstrating both imagination and a growing sense of artistic skill.

Music and Rhythm:

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Ave really enjoys music and movement activities. She listens attentively to different beats and rhythms and loves joining in with singing, dancing and action songs. She has a lovely sense of rhythm and enjoys playing instruments, clapping along and moving in time to the music. She remembers familiar tunes and often sings them with joy and confidence, demonstrating her enthusiasm and musical awareness. It is wonderful to see how music brings out her energy and helps her express herself freely, while also supporting her coordination, listening skills and confidence. Good job!

Educator:

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Kim Mosedie

Principal: Mercia Cruickshank

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Date Of Birth:

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04 April 2021

Height:

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Weight:

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2025-10-23 15:44:37 UTC

Avethandwa (Ave) is a soft-spoken and friendly little girl who has settled beautifully into her new environment. She enjoys spending time with her friends and is learning to share, take turns and cooperate during play. She is always eager to try new experiences and approaches each activity with enthusiasm, curiosity and a positive attitude. It is wonderful to see her confidence growing as she becomes more comfortable and independent in the classroom, developing both her social skills and her sense of belonging. Ave’s gentle nature and willingness to participate make her a valued member of the class.

2025-10-27 10:14:45 UTC

Ave shows a growing interest in books and storytelling. She enjoys choosing her own books and loves exploring the pictures, often talking about what she sees and making thoughtful observations. She is beginning to recognise some letters and enjoys listening to stories read aloud, joining in with familiar words or phrases with enthusiasm. Ave is developing an understanding of how stories are structured and enjoys discussing her favourite characters, events or parts of the story. It is lovely to see her imagination, curiosity and language skills flourish through her love of books and storytelling, as she becomes more confident in expressing her ideas and thoughts.

2025-10-27 10:17:22 UTC

Ave is developing her language skills beautifully and enjoys talking with her friends and teachers. She expresses herself clearly and is growing in confidence when sharing her thoughts, ideas and feelings. She listens attentively to others and responds thoughtfully during conversations, showing understanding and consideration. Ave enjoys learning new words and is beginning to use them correctly in context during play and discussions. It is lovely to see how her communication skills are helping her build strong friendships, engage meaningfully with peers and participate happily and confidently in group activities. Her growing vocabulary and confidence in expressing herself are supporting her learning across all areas.

2025-10-27 10:19:33 UTC

Ave enjoys exploring numbers through songs, games and hands-on activities. She counts objects carefully and is beginning to recognise and name some numbers with growing confidence. She enjoys sorting and matching activities, exploring size, shape and pattern, and is starting to use mathematical language such as “more”, “less” and “bigger” in her play. It is wonderful to see her enthusiasm for number work and her eagerness to engage with mathematical concepts. Well done! These experiences are helping her develop problem-solving skills, logical thinking and an early understanding of mathematical ideas in a fun and meaningful way.

2025-11-02 10:40:21 UTC

Ave has grown beautifully this term. She started off very shy, but over time she has become more confident and willing to participate in class activities. She is kind, thoughtful and always eager to learn, demonstrating curiosity and enthusiasm in everything she does. It has been wonderful to see her blossom, sharing her ideas and engaging positively with both her friends and teachers. Well done, Ave! Keep up the good work—you can achieve anything you set your mind to. I wish you and your family a happy, safe and restful festive season!

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