Foundation phase: Grade R to 3 Academic Program
Where young minds grow in wisdom and faith

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