{"id":44400,"date":"2024-10-29T14:01:14","date_gmt":"2024-10-29T12:01:14","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/novanews.co.za\/peoplespost\/how-a-nature-based-approach-is-changing-after-school-programmes-in-hout-bay-20241029\/"},"modified":"2025-03-19T23:05:32","modified_gmt":"2025-03-19T21:05:32","slug":"how-a-nature-based-approach-is-changing-after-school-programmes-in-hout-bay-20241029","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/novanews.co.za\/peoplespost\/how-a-nature-based-approach-is-changing-after-school-programmes-in-hout-bay-20241029\/","title":{"rendered":"How a nature-based approach is changing after-school programmes in Hout Bay"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>An after-school programme initiated by SEEDS Trust in Imizamo Yethu is revolutionising children\u2019s education by taking learning outside traditional classrooms. <\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>The initiative offers hands-on, nature-based learning experiences, helping children develop skills while fostering community pride.<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Volunteers are essential to its success, and the programme aims to expand further with local support.<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p>In Imizamo Yethu, an after-school programme is reshaping how children learn by turning nature itself into a classroom. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Started earlier this year by SEEDS Trust, this initiative aims to help local children thrive by moving beyond the constraints of traditional schooling. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The programme, which operates daily from 12:00 to 18:00, offers a refreshing alternative for children used to crowded classrooms, giving them a chance to learn in the open spaces of Hout Bay\u2019s lush natural surroundings. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201cWe wanted to use the time we have with the (learners) to enrich their lives with alternative learning methods, all while letting them have fun,\u201d says Sara Clarke, founder of the aftercare. \u201cThese children naturally want to explore, roam, and discover, and our programme taps into that.\u201d <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The philosophy behind SEEDS Trust\u2019s approach is simple yet profound: let children learn while being immersed in nature.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-hands-on-learning\">Hands on learning<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>By shifting the classroom outdoors, SEEDS Trust aims to foster curiosity and resilience, providing the space for learners to learn hands on and through play. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201cChildren in South Africa struggle with reading as early as Grade 4,\u201d Clarke explains. \u201cWe believe that engaging them differently can help bridge this gap, giving them and their families skills to pass on through generations.\u201d <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Every day, the children enjoy a balanced meal to nourish their bodies and energise their minds. After a meal, they participate in structured, theme-based learning and supplementary activities. The approach blends academic support with emotional and social development. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Since the programme\u2019s opening in May, the community has already begun to take notice. From food garden projects to clean-up days, the children are encouraged to give back, foster a deep sense of community pride and responsibility. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Although SEEDS Trust has received remarkable support from local sponsors, including donations of bean bags and outdoor learning equipment, the programme still faces gaps. Volunteers from Hout Bay and the Southern Suburbs are crucial to helping meet this need, whether through assisting with reading and homework or providing sports coaching and educational materials.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201cEach bit of help goes a long way,\u201d Clarke notes. \u201cJust one hour a week makes a difference. We need more people to help kids one on one with reading and outdoor activities.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-upskilling\">Upskilling<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>SEEDS Trust envisions a sustainable, locally led programme that can eventually grow into multiple centres across the area. By upskilling local staff and embedding the programme within the community, SEEDS Trust hopes to create a model that other neighbourhoods can replicate. Plans are also underway to partner with local organisations, offering even greater opportunities for children and their families. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The team dreams of introducing the children to different parts of Cape Town, such as Newlands Forest and Kirstenbosch Gardens, to expand their appreciation for nature and its diversity. 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