Early Learning
Building Strong Foundations
Our Foundation Phase combines the South African CAPS curriculum with biblical worldview integration, creating a nurturing environment where young learners grow academically, spiritually, and socially.
Our Approach
CAPS-Aligned Christian Education
Excellence in education from a biblical perspective
Play-Based Learning
Grade R focus with hands-on activities
Literacy Development
Strong reading foundation for Grades 1-3
Spiritual Growth
Biblical integration across all subjects
Numeracy Skills
Core mathematical foundation
Hands that hold the Gold
Grade Levels
Grade-Level Focus Areas
Age-appropriate learning with biblical integration
Grade R
Learning through play with biblical values
Core Subjects
- • Bible Stories & Songs
- • Emergent Literacy
- • Numeracy Concepts
- • Life Skills
- • Creative Arts
- • Physical Development
Christian Distinctives
- ◦ Daily circle time with scripture
- ◦ Sensory play stations
- ◦ Phonics introduction
- ◦ Fine motor skill development
Grade 1
Building core literacy and numeracy on Christian foundation
Core Subjects
- • Bible Studies
- • Home Language (English)
- • Mathematics
- • Life Skills
- • First Additional Language
- • Creative Arts
Christian Distinctives
- ◦ Scripture memory program
- ◦ Hands-on math labs
- ◦ Reading buddies program
- ◦ Character virtue focus
Grade 2
Developing independent learning with biblical integration
Core Subjects
- • Bible Application
- • Home Language
- • Mathematics
- • Life Skills
- • First Additional Language
- • Physical Education
Christian Distinctives
- ◦ Missionary story studies
- ◦ Math fact mastery system
- ◦ Creative writing journals
- ◦ Service learning projects
Grade 3
Consolidating foundational skills with Christian worldview
Core Subjects
- • Bible Principles
- • Home Language
- • Mathematics
- • Natural Sciences
- • First Additional Language
- • Social Sciences
Christian Distinctives
- ◦ Bible timeline integration
- ◦ STEM discovery centers
- ◦ Public speaking opportunities
- ◦ Entrepreneurship days
Hands that hold the Gold
Why It Matters
Building on Solid Ground
The foundation phase is crucial for developing lifelong learning habits. At Our Father's Academy, we combine academic excellence with spiritual formation, ensuring that each child builds their knowledge on the solid foundation of God's Word.
Character First
Biblical virtues integrated daily
Academic Excellence
CAPS-aligned rigorous curriculum
Individual Attention
Small class sizes, personal care
"Train up a child in the way he should go: and when he is old, he will not depart from it." — Proverbs 22:6