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As such, two of the learners who once attended the centre achieved in the top three of their grades at one of the local primary schools. Due to word-of-mouth, three learners from a nearby town have sought education at Siyafunda,\u201d said the centre\u2019s principal, Nomfundo Goba-Mhaga.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Siyafunda, which cares for more than 40 young children, is one of 25 early childhood development (ECD) centres benefiting from Cookhouse Wind Farm\u2019s ECD programme, which was launched in 2016. Now in its seventh year, early learning centres receive educational support and infrastructure improvement. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201cOur objective is to equip ECD practitioners and principals with the necessary skills and qualifications to ensure stimulation of children in the classroom. In addition, this programme seeks to ensure that proper management structures and financial management systems are introduced in order for ECD Centres to become sustainable,\u201d explained Lifa Baskiti, community liaison officer for the Cookhouse Wind Farm.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In addition to a number of practitioner awards, the Siyafunda Day Care Centre, recently received a Further Education and Training Certificate, in early childhood development, recognising the learning centre for its excellence. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201cHaving our centre recognised in this manner means we will one day have a lasting legacy. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201cAs a model for other centres, it reminds us that we cannot be complacent. 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