Progress Report: Lesedi Ziyanda Khune by Cindy van Heerden

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Body Awareness:

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Lesedi is developing a lovely understanding of her body and how it moves. She enjoys activities that allow her to explore movement and develop control, and she is growing more confident in using her body in a variety of ways. She can draw a simple body image, name all her body parts, and talk about their functions with increasing accuracy. She is also becoming more aware of her personal space and demonstrates care in moving safely during play. It is wonderful to see how proud she is of her growing knowledge and awareness of her body, and how this understanding supports her confidence and participation in physical activities.

Fine Motor Skills:

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Lesedi enjoys activities that help strengthen her fine motor skills and coordination. She is becoming increasingly confident in using small tools such as scissors, pencils and paintbrushes. She enjoys threading beads, working with peg boards and tearing paper, all of which help to develop strength and control in her hands. Lesedi takes her time with her work and is beginning to show greater precision and accuracy in her movements. It is lovely to see how much pride she takes in her growing independence and skill, and how her focus and perseverance are supporting her overall development in fine motor tasks.

Gross Motor Skills:

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Lesedi loves being active and always joins in with outdoor play and movement games with great enthusiasm. She moves with growing confidence and control, whether she is running, climbing, or balancing. She can throw a ball both overarm and underarm and enjoys taking on new physical challenges. Her coordination, strength and confidence continue to improve, allowing her to participate successfully in a wide range of activities. It is wonderful to see her energy, determination and joy in movement, as well as the pride she takes in her achievements. Great job, Lesedi!

Dominance:

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Hand: Right handed

Eye: Right

Foot: Right

Visual Development:

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Lesedi has developed lovely visual awareness and enjoys activities that allow her to explore colours, shapes and patterns. She is able to recognise letters, shapes and numbers confidently and enjoys matching colours, sizes and shapes in a variety of activities. She pays careful attention to detail and takes pride in her work, often noticing small differences and patterns that others might miss. These skills are helping her to develop problem-solving abilities, concentration and early mathematical and literacy understanding. It is wonderful to see her enthusiasm and focus as she engages thoughtfully with all visual and hands-on learning experiences.

Auditory Development:

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Lesedi is a good listener who enjoys music, stories and group discussions. She listens attentively and follows instructions carefully, demonstrating good understanding. She enjoys singing and rhythm activities, and is able to repeat patterns of sound and simple songs with growing confidence. Lesedi is developing a keen awareness of different sounds in her environment and is beginning to recognise familiar words and phrases during listening activities. It is lovely to see how much joy she gains from music, and how her developing listening skills support her learning across all areas, enhancing her communication, concentration and ability to engage meaningfully with stories and group activities.

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.

Descriptor:

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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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Lesedi loves creative activities and always approaches art time with excitement and imagination. She enjoys drawing, painting and experimenting with different materials and textures, exploring new ways to express her ideas. She takes her time with her work, paying careful attention to detail and often adding her own special touches to make each piece unique. Lesedi’s creativity and thoughtfulness are evident in everything she produces, and it is wonderful to see how proud she feels of her artistic achievements while developing her confidence, fine motor skills and self-expression.

Music and Rhythm:

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Lesedi has a lovely sense of rhythm and really enjoys music time. She loves singing along to familiar songs and often joins in with actions and movement. She listens attentively to different beats and rhythms, enjoying clapping, tapping or playing instruments to match the tempo. Lesedi’s enthusiasm for music is infectious, and she is developing her coordination, timing and confidence as she experiments with sounds and movement. It is wonderful to see how much joy she gains from participating in musical activities and how this supports her overall listening and concentration skills. Good work!

Educator:

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Kim Mosedie

Principal: Mercia Cruickshank

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Date Of Birth:

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31 May2025

Height:

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110 cm

Weight:

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18.2 kg

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Lesedi enjoys communicating and is developing her language skills beautifully. She expresses herself clearly and confidently when talking with her friends and teachers, listening attentively and responding thoughtfully in conversations and group discussions. She enjoys learning isiZulu, Afrikaans and Sign Language, and it is lovely to see her growing confidence as she uses words and signs from each language. Lesedi is quick to pick up new vocabulary and takes great pride in sharing what she has learned with others. Her developing language skills are supporting her ability to communicate effectively, express her ideas, and engage meaningfully with both peers and adults across a range of activities.

2025-10-23 15:28:22 UTC

Lesedi is developing a wonderful understanding of numbers and enjoys taking part in counting and number activities. She can confidently count from 0 to 50 and is able to count backwards from 20 to 0. She can identify and recognise numbers and shapes with growing confidence and accuracy. Lesedi enjoys number games, songs and hands-on activities that allow her to explore mathematical ideas in a fun and engaging way. These experiences are helping her to develop problem-solving skills, logical thinking and an early understanding of mathematical concepts, while fostering her confidence and enjoyment in working with numbers and shapes.

2025-11-02 10:01:03 UTC

Lesedi is a gentle and friendly girl who enjoys being part of the group. She is learning to share and play cooperatively, and is growing increasingly confident in expressing her ideas and feelings. She shows kindness and consideration towards others, often offering help to her friends when they need support. Lesedi’s positive attitude and thoughtful nature make her a valued member of the class. It is wonderful to see her confidence and social skills developing steadily each day, as she becomes more independent and aware of the needs of those around her. Well done, Lesedi!

2025-11-02 10:05:50 UTC

Lesedi enjoys story time and listens with great interest and concentration. She is beginning to recognise familiar letters and sounds, and is showing growing confidence in identifying her own name in print. She loves exploring books independently, often discussing the pictures or retelling parts of the story in her own words. Lesedi demonstrates curiosity and engagement, asking questions and making connections as she listens. It is lovely to see her enthusiasm for stories and how proud she feels when she remembers and shares what she has read or heard. Her developing literacy skills are supporting her communication, imagination and understanding of language across all areas of learning.

2025-11-02 10:28:05 UTC

Lesedi has had a wonderful year of growth. She is caring, friendly and talkative, enjoying time with both her teachers and friends. She is now able to express herself more clearly and confidently, letting us know when something is wrong or sharing her ideas and feelings openly. I am so pleased with the progress she has made this year. With her new confidence in using her voice and her love for storytelling and imagination, I can easily see Lesedi becoming a newsreader or storyteller one day. Well done! I wish you and your family a happy, safe and restful festive season, and all the very best for the year ahead.

2025-11-18 06:09:30 UTC