Lighthouse Blog

Literacy to Life Skills: A Primary School Curriculum that Grows with Your Child
April 10, 2025
Author: Ms Florence Thomas, Primary Curriculum & Well-Being Leader At Lighthouse Primary School, we see each child as a whole person and do not…

Will the Lighthouse Secondary Curriculum set my Child up for Success?
April 10, 2025
Author: Mr Zach Mulert, Head of Secondary
Many parents ask about the Lighthouse secondary curriculum, particularly when imagining their child’s t…

Why is Social Emotional Learning Important in Early Childhood Education?
March 3, 2025
Author: Emilie Sauzier, Grade R Teacher, Lighthouse Primary and Secondary School
Let’s start by answering the question: ‘What is social-emotional…

The Importance of Project-Based Learning in Primary School Education
November 29, 2024
Author: Hannes van der Westhuysen, Headmaster, Lighthouse Primary School
In recent years, Project-Based Learning (PBL) has gained significant tra…

Textbooks or no textbooks? That is the Question
September 20, 2024
Author: Florence Thomas, Primary School Curriculum & Well-Being Leader
How frustrating it must be to come home ready to help your child with…

Why Reading Aloud Helps Your Child Succeed in School
July 6, 2024
Author: Amy Mullert, Volunteer Librarian, Lighthouse Primary School
Children can comprehend language that is beyond their reading ability. …

Occupational Therapy Services at Lighthouse Primary School
April 12, 2024
Author: Angelica Rose, full-time Occupational Therapist at Lighthouse
The role of an occupational therapist in a school setting is to assist and…

Fostering Connection: How to Communicate Effectively with Your Child
March 15, 2024
Author: Shannon Wakefield, Educational Psychologist
When it comes to being parents, it can be challenging to navigate new roles and nuanced relat…