The Department of Basic Education has released the Grade 12 National Senior Certificate (NSC) examination timetable; this means that exams
The Pearson Author Development Training Initiative will help identify and upskill subject matter experts, from Grade R to 12, who
Finding a top-rated synthetic sports facility company can be difficult. To make it a little easier, we found out that
One of the most important objectives in education is to prepare students for their future careers. Not only does this
The Minister of Basic Education, Angie Motshekga expressed positive sentiments in a media briefing and called the matric class of
Get SACE is excited to announce its expansion into a new division called Get SACE CPTD which bridges the gap
Grade 9 students have to face the difficult reality of choosing the subjects that help determine what area of work
Hilton College has used several different online platforms to assist learners with career guidance. They were blown away by the
The start of the academic year can be a time of tremendous stress for teachers, parents, and learners alike. Learners
Virtual learning could be the best thing that ever happened for South African educators, provided they have the right access.
As long as students are online, there will always be risks associated with misuse. Western Province Preparatory School decided to
Mind Action Series from Allcopy Publishers has caught up with Daniël (Danie) Alwyn Gouws, top Matric learner in Mathematics for
The partnership brings together Scholastic’s powerful reading assessments and Snapplify’s extensive ebook catalogue. Widely known for its award-winning e-learning and
Written by Brett Bentley of Bentley Attorneys One of the common misconceptions of divorced or separated parents at public schools
The impact of COVID-19 on education could be felt for as long as ten years. By the end of 2020,
SchoolAdvisor chatted with Rhenish Primary’s (Stellenbosch) Principal, Gary Skeeles, to find out why SonicWall was their chosen cybersecurity partner since
SchoolAdvisor sat down with Richard Knaggs, Director of Technology & Innovation from Parklands College to learn about their experience of
With South Africa slowly lifting restrictions and schools going back in stages, it is time for schools, parents and caregivers
With more learners, dispersed classrooms, constrained resources, reduced budgets, Schools are faced with more network, mobility and security challenges than
Have you ever wondered… Why don’t students do their assigned readings? How can I increase learners’ engagement with eTextbooks? A
Newest Teacha! Magazine empowers teachers with information and insight As teachers return to schools and begin to welcome students back
Benadette Aineamani, Director of Products and Services for Pearson Africa was interviewed on Channel Africa by Zikhona Miso. Aineamani discussed
More time online, less education, a problem for SA’s teens Safer Internet Day is being celebrated in South Africa on
A collaboration between two leading suppliers of online educational resources, d6 and Snapplify, will see schools in South Africa’s disadvantaged
Online educational publisher Twinkl has begun translating their back-catalogue of Originals children’s stories into the three most spoken languages in
Schools are turning to high-tech innovation to raise money and save costs, as tough economic conditions squeeze education budgets in
Three South African edtech companies (Reflective Learning, Xhuma, and Marvel Technologies) have been named regional finalists in the Global EdTech
Knowledge Network has an in-school diploma Programme for high schools for students who do not take CAT, IT or technology
Allcopy Publishers was formed in 1996, by an Educator, with the express purpose of creating and sustaining products and services
A global pandemic, lockdown, fluctuating COVID-19 cases, political corruption, and global instability that includes espionage by cell phone manufacturers and
Redwood College La Lucia have been using Purple Mash for their Grade R to Grade 7 learners for over 4
Since its launch in 2018, Teacha! Magazine has inspired and informed thousands of teachers in South Africa and around the
Evidence Me is our award-winning assessment, observation and reporting app. This year it won the ERA award for Primary Resource
By Alan Jonker Director and Co-Founder of Allcopy Publishers In the middle of 2019 and beginning of 2020 we introduced
Bloom’s Taxonomy is a useful tool to classify cognitive levels of learning, in terms of learning objectives and skills. The
YourSchoolBox harnesses Snapplify technology to make sign-in simple Online stationery retailer YourSchoolBox has partnered with Snapplify to make buying stationery
Was your school forced to cancel fund-raising events due to Covid 19? Allxs has the solution with our integrated market
What’s scarier than Dracula, trickier than a haunted house and more expensive than a giant bucket of Halloween candy? Cyberattacks
As an avid reader of Seth Godin, his excellent PERMISSION MARKETING (1999) and UNLEASHING THE IDEA VIRUS (2001), together with
My Cyberwall offered Virginia Preparatory School a complimentary Classroom Licence for all their Grades 4-7 educators. This was offered during
Hoërskool Gerrit Maritz High School needed an easy to use, all-in-one debt management system, especially during the difficult times they
The African Leadership Academy had three challenges to solve and a cashless payment solution was their solution. To find out
Over the years, Eversdal Primary School has required numerous sports projects to be done. From various landscape grass play areas
Parrot is offering the opportunity for a school to walk away with a R30k interactive classroom. But, what is of
Having a robotics curriculum in schools is arguably essential these days.. We interviewed Caroline Shiell, the Life Sciences Educator at
Forres Preparatory School needed an online solution to expand their coding lessons during lockdown. It needed to be an easy-to-use,
Netflix smash hit movie on the influence of social media is one of the most talked about this year With
In uncertain times, learning has never been more essential If learning is the route to a job to support a
Backcasting is a term invented by The Natural Step, which imagines a future vision and ideal objective and once having
The Allxs Smart School ID is not just another lunch card but a high-tech system that includes payment automation, point
SchoolAdvisor Editor note: Covid19 has radically changed the way many top-end schools operate in South Africa, specifically when it comes
In an era where teachers are overwhelmed with digitising content, one of our main objectives at My Cyberwall (www.mycyberwall.co.za) is
Developed to support learners, teachers and parents Facts, feelings and practical tasks all covered Free to download, print and
As we are all well aware, Municipal tariffs take effect from the 1st July of each year for both Electricity
Never before have modern-day schools faced the challenges they are about to experience as children slowly start returning to schools.
Have you been searching for cutting-edge, credible Life Science resources and content that will augment your teaching experience and engage
In today’s day and age, coding and drones have become a part of our day-to-day living and experiences. For this
Blended learning is what happens when you combine online learning with classroom instruction. And it just might be the future
With schools being closed, worldwide, over the past few months, many companies have shown support for teachers, parents, and learners,
With the growing number of devices used in schools and an increased need for security, we know that firewall solutions
My Cyberwall (www.mycyberwall.co.za) is assisting and supporting our schools in new ways to ensure that the teaching and learning can
Learn new approaches to teaching by acquiring the practical skills to transition from face-to-face learning to the digital classroom. With
2Simple’s flagship program, Purple Mash, is constantly evolving and innovating. It has been around for over 10 years and has
V-Soft Technologies has made COVID-19 compliance with directives simple and cost effective With schools returning soon under stringent rules and
An Open Invitation to Principals and Technology Coaches By now, the reality of the Global Pandemic and the National Lock-down
COVID-19 has kept kids indoors, isolated from friends, and driven to increased screen time. But for many, that comes with
As South Africa endures a lengthy and indefinite lockdown Pearson South Africa continues to keep learning alive with free online
Snapplify and publishing partners unite to provide free content for learners during COVID-19 school closures As learners and parents enter
Pearson is delighted to announce the launch of Quikik. Quikik is a new maths learning app designed for kids aged
Allcopy Publishers, one of our top rated suppliers has asked us to share the following information that was recently sent
With lockdown being extended beyond 21 days, parents are faced with a longer period of time indoors. Some have loved
As educators we all know technology has changed our lives and lessons in the past 10 years. We replaced OHPs
Given the current worldwide COVID-19 outbreak, President Cyril Ramaphosa declared that a nationwide lockdown will be implemented for 21 days
1. What is Exam Portal Home Edition? Exam Portal Home Edition is a simplified version of the Exam Portal Software
Snapplify is at the forefront of supporting schools. Their e-learning solutions have been built to support continued education in a
In view of the Presidential address which detailed school closure until the Easter weekend, we would like to make you
Are any of your students passionate about pursuing a career in science, they are going to need to have a
Do you have a student bursting with creative and artistic talent? Do you feel they are meant to pursue a
With remote learning looking more likely with Covid-19 affecting schools, we get really excited when companies like 3P Learning share
One of our top-rated supplier, Advantage Learn, is stepping in for high school learners and teachers as the consequences of
One of our top-rated suppliers, BMS Education, has some exciting news to share with schools today: For the past
With the coronavirus outbreak leading to school closures worldwide, the pressure is on for teachers to deliver meaningful learning experiences
And how can parents guide and support them? SA’s Digital Life Skills experts offer 7 key tips for parents. As
CAPE TOWN, 4 March 2020 Edtech company Snapplify has acquired Onnie Media / Teacha! – an educator media hub for
2Simple, a leading developer of software in schools, has become a familiar name in computer and technology classrooms over the
ACUDEO College in Thornview is said to “embrace the use of technology to enhance the learning opportunities created for learners.”
Do you have a problem with social media and smart devices in your school (e.g. bullying or sexting, or shaming,
At SchoolAdvisor, we love discovering high-quality resources from credible brands. With so many online Maths learning programmes, we are excited
A cashless payment system is becoming an area of focus for many schools. Not only for safety reasons but also
SchoolAdvisor recently sat with CCM Facilities Management to find out about their offerings to schools, specifically their new school food
Your school website is often the first encounter that prospective parents and pupils have with you. It is one of
Celebrated annually, Safer Internet Day takes place on Tuesday, 11 February 2020 and South Africa’s leading online safety Program in
One in every ten children between the ages of five and 17 suffers from a psychiatric disorder, with these illnesses
Snapplify expands its offering to better support teachers using its e-learning platform. Snapplify Engage has been internationally lauded as ‘one
SchoolAdvisor sat down with Tony Godding, an experienced hockey player and current manager of the hockey facility at Selborne College.
Accommodations and concessions are not easy for any child who is experiencing difficulties or challenges at school. Dainfern College discovered
Managing school fee exemptions can be a nightmare; with time-consuming paperwork and tedious hoops to jump through before an application
Written by: Bill Conner – 30 year cybersecurity and networking veteran and President and CEO of SonicWall, security leader protecting
I always loved art at school. I thought programming was only about maths. Building a website is all about getting
Kimeshree Pillay, an attorney of Bentley Attorneys sheds light on when a child can be excluded for unpaid school fees
On World Mental Health Day (10 October), supported by the organisation, The South African Depression and Anxiety Group (SADAG) notes
The only thing worse than having a slow, faulty photocopier at school is a photocopier company that overpromises and under-delivers.
Debt collection is a major problem for schools. It’s usually certain debtors who seem to never pay. So, what is
The South African government announced that a coding and robotics curriculum will be compulsory in GET (general education and training)
Are you a school looking to innovate your IT department but want to use the equipment you already have available?
Should you be teaching robotics in junior school? (video at the bottom) More and more governments around the world are
South Africa showed the highest prevalence of cyberbullying in a recent report by Ipsos Global, based on research in 28
Business Management Guru Tom Peters said, “ Do what you do best and outsource the rest.” Schools are educational institutions,
With coding and robotics becoming a core part of the syllabus, we, at SchoolAdvisor, have been keeping an eye out
Most PE lessons can’t record learners’ performance. How then are learners meant to improve areas of physical weakness? We chatted
Have you ever wondered what your school would be like if you had a digital library? Why wouldn’t you want
Snapplify makes e-textbook procurement easy For many schools, Snapplify’s simple solutions have made the adoption of digital education easy. Not
Inspire Africa’s drone coding programme is not only a fun way to learn coding but also lessens “the anxiety felt
Why You Need it From a public schools perspective, one of the most concerning orders of the Supreme Court of
The Education Department wants all schools to teach coding. We’ve all either read about it or at least heard about
To date, over 1,600 companies are listed on SchoolAdvisor and over 2,800 reviews have been submitted by schools around the
Lost property at school – the thing all schools dread. As a parent whose children leave tracksuit tops/jerseys/pants/shoes/etc. at school
Allcopy Publishers introduced the Mind Action Series to help teachers uncover better teaching methods in order for learners to gain
CAPACITATING TEACHERS TO USE DIGITAL TECHNOLOGY The use of e-learning resources directly related to the curriculum, as opposed to generic
New partnerships with local and international investors take Snapplify to the next level. CAPE TOWN, 25 September 2019 Leading global
We are always on the lookout for ways to help schools stay up to date with the IT trends of
Schoolscape IT saw over 130 School IT Managers gathered together to explore and test different products and services. At the
It seems like schools are in a constant battle to correctly allocate available funds. One of the questions schools should
Schools can spend countless hours ordering textbooks. This process of ordering textbooks is a massive burden for schools, as the
This content was provided by Inspire Africa Group To contextualise the lens presented on scientific work, let’s quickly revisit STEM
I suppose that I should first introduce the RockingFuture and explain what we do before we get to how it
The Basic Education Minister, Angie Motshekga announced that coding and robotics will be introduced into the South African school curriculum
At SchoolAdvisor, we love it when our clients do something unique and amazing. Touareg Tents is a top-rated supplier of
We can’t ignore the fact that the world is changing at a rapid pace. The methods of learning and teaching
If your school needs a fully customisable management system and communicator, now’s the perfect opportunity to claim this exclusive offer.
Not so long ago, bringing a smartphone into classrooms was not permitted. If you were caught with any electronic device,
As a fellow teacher, I know that many of us harbour negative perceptions regarding the concept of professional development. There
Suntricity is pleased to introduce our EXCLUSIVE WATER INCREASE CALCULATOR (Johannesburg), which by simply entering your schools Average Monthly Water
A learner’s academic development is of utmost importance at school but it is easy for there to be a shortfall
We saw this review on SchoolAdvisor… and had to find out how Rivonia Primary was able to save R1,000-R1,500 per
Every now and again, one of SchoolAdvisor’s suppliers will share a pearl of a comment that we just can’t help
Imagine a school where morals and values are a top priority and where learners treat their teachers and peers with
JOHANNESBURG, 7 August 2019 — iSchoolAfrica & iStore announced today that through a partnership with Siya Kolisi, the iSchoolAfrica iPad
In his state of the nation address given in February 2019, President Ramaphosa committed to digitising the public school education
Python is a great general-purpose language, that can be used to build almost anything and is made easy for web
What research tells us are the best ways to achieve good outcomes with learning technology [8 July 2019] –
INTRODUCING NEW ONLINE VIDEO TUTORIAL EPISODE 1: The meaning of The Counting principle EPISODE 2: The Counting Principle Gr 12,
Synsport is a leading supplier & installer of synthetic sports surfaces in South Africa, having built our first synthetic sports
Several private companies are offering public schools the facility to send “electronic registered mail” to comply with the notice required
Stratfin Solutions recently listed on SchoolAdvisor. Having never heard of the company before, we dug in to find out more
Once the decision as to which Second Additional Language will be introduced at your school has been made, it is
Snapplify given exclusive distribution rights to Oxford University Press South Africa innovative digital study series, Zoom In An exclusive partnership
Technology is transforming the learning experience at an unprecedented rate. Educators are bringing new tools into the classroom to improve
We know how time-consuming it can be for teachers to prepare lessons. We also recognize the continuous need for additional
SchoolAdvisor – IT Corporation School Cloud Survey 2019 SchoolAdvisor partnered with IT Corporation to find out how secure schools are.
Constructing a synthetic sports facility is no easy feat. Depending on the size of the facility, schools are required to
Matrics are filled with great ideas about their future plans. But what happens when they aren’t accepted into the university
The workplace as we know it is changing rapidly. Automation, robotics, and mechanisation are reducing jobs at a rapid rate,
Suntricity began the Pilot Demonstration Project of AQUASTOP™ at Northcliff Primary School in Johannesburg on the 1st December 2017, which
You may be wondering why coding and programming for your junior school learners? Why Inspire S.T.E.A.M. Drone Programme? To explain
The team at Turtlejar Tutors have compiled the best source of High School Matric past exam papers in South Africa
Anyone who has watched the U/20 Rugby World Cup in Argentina over the last 4 weeks would have noticed the
The benefits of learning another language are well researched and documented. It boosts brain power; improves memory, decision-making, problem solving
EduTech Africa 2019 brings you even more of the latest in education technology. We are excited to announce that their
Reddam House in Constantia, Cape Town, are bringing STEAM disciplines alive for their learners with the introduction of Inspire S.T.E.A.M.
Synsport is one of the oldest Suppliers & Installers of synthetic sports surfaces in South Africa. Their incredible reviews speak
Plagiarismcheck.org is a sophisticated similarity search engine that has been on the market since 2011 to help academics get effective
With over 90 million people trusting Google Classroom as their learner management system and many more currently using G Suite
Many schools are sitting with interactive whiteboards and not using them to their full potential. This is often because they
When you think of Pearson, what often comes to mind are their textbooks. We’ve discovered that there is a lot
At SchoolAdvisor, we love to hear the heart and back story behind every company. We chatted to the team from
Dealing with common sports anxieties in your school sports teams can be challenging. Fielding Dreams has partnered with the guys
Learning a first additional language can be a daunting and anxious task for both the learner and the parent. Whuzoo’s
Over 2,500 schools currently use the School Communicator app. So, when we heard the d6 Group made some game-changing improvements
How can we motivate girls in Science, Technology, Engineering, Art & Mathematics? Inspire Africa has the answer: We all know
All Copy Publishers shares their latest announcement with SchoolAdvisor: We are very excited to announce the release of our
Teachers are invited to attend one of the many free workshops hosted by All Copy Publishers and presented by the
We know how important it is for schools to have their sports facilities up to scratch (without a scratch). When
It is a massive challenge for schools when a family is not able to meet school fees. We got some
We understand the pain and headache parents and teachers experience when ordering stationery during the back-to-school season. You can now
Do you spend a significant amount of money on the maintenance, upkeep, and upgrading of your school facilities – yet
It can be confusing for schools to navigate the world of SACE registration and management. Because of this, schools like
Think Ahead, the Apple solution expert in education, is excited to announce that the annual iPad Education Summit is taking
Oakley House is a special needs school in Cape Town using Snapplify and Google solutions to give their students the
What is plagiarism? First of all, let’s differentiate between a copyright violation from academic plagiarism. The first is a theft
EduTECH Africa is the leading marketplace and ideas exchange for African schools and governments hungry for innovative solutions. It has
With an outdated IT infrastructure, St Dominic’s School for Girls was struggling to meet the growing demand for technology. An
We are reading much in the media these last months about 4IR (the Fourth Industrial Revolution) and its matrix of
The SA-SAMS / Lurits debacle has been a hot topic for years now. Are you still confused about whether you
April 2018 — Two leading players in South Africa’s education space are combining forces in a merger that is set
Fielding Dreams are a top-rated supplier on SchoolAdvisor. They run Healthy Schools Programmes which include ‘Dance of the Day’ videos
You may know Touareg Tents for their awesome Bedouin Tents, but did you know they offer much more? At Touareg
The world is changing at a rapid pace thanks, mainly to technology. So, what does this mean for the future
AllCopy Publishers are hosting a Brand New Mathematics Series for Grades 11 and 12 and their Authoring team has been
PPM Audio Visual are running specials on two of their charging trolleys. The specials will end while stocks last or
PPM Audio Visual are running specials on two of their charging trolleys. The specials will end while stocks last or
VJ Robotics will be hosting two exciting robotics and coding workshop for students from Grade 4 to 9. Throughout this
The Genuine HFY Vaculice Electronic lice Comb offers a revolutionary way of dealing with those pesky critters called lice. We’ve
The Genuine HFY Vaculice Electronic lice Comb offers a revolutionary way of dealing with those pesky critters called lice. We’ve
Parrot Products’s reputation precedes them. They have been providing high-quality products to schools for some time now. To expand on
Parrot Products’s reputation precedes them. They have been providing high-quality products to schools for some time now. To expand on
Solving the problem of cash and driving economic inclusion, one school at a time Pretoria, Gauteng: In light of the
SmartSchool, a product of UFO Technologies, was launched to the public on the 1st of January 2019 and within the
ITSI are a top-rated EdTech company on SchoolAdvisor. They are hosting their 2nd annual Mind, Brain, and Education (MBE) seminar
ITSI are a top-rated EdTech company on SchoolAdvisor. They are hosting their 2nd annual Mind, Brain, and Education (MBE) seminar
CAPE TOWN, 20 February 2019 Limited access to digital tools due to cost restrictions, a lack of technical know-how, and
CAPE TOWN, 20 February 2019 Limited access to digital tools due to cost restrictions, a lack of technical know-how, and
Cash on school grounds is a pressing issue, one that we believe needs to be addressed sooner rather than later.
Plagiarism is a real problem in schools. If you are a teacher, you probably know what I’m talking about. How
As we all should know by now, in order to be a teacher in South Africa, you need to be
We know how much of a pain hardwire telephone lines can be for schools. From cables being stolen to large
One of our top-rated suppliers, World Challenge South Africa, took Kearsney and Northwood on a trip to Nepal. Here’s what
One of our top-rated suppliers, World Challenge South Africa, took Kearsney and Northwood on a trip to Nepal. Here’s what
Edenvale High School robbery: http://bit.ly/2SoUsOA Norkem High School robbery: http://bit.ly/2Xh08y5 Events in Gauteng The recent events at two schools in
Edenvale High School robbery: http://bit.ly/2SoUsOA Norkem High School robbery: http://bit.ly/2Xh08y5 Events in Gauteng The recent events at two schools in
The teenage brain above – it’s complicated, busy and often difficult for adults to navigate! Knowing this, one of our
VJ Robotics will be hosting an exciting robotics and coding workshop for students from Grade 4 to 11. The workshop
itslearning adopted by SPARK Schools due to recent partnership with Google for Education London, UK, January 24: SPARK Schools has
itslearning adopted by SPARK Schools due to recent partnership with Google for Education London, UK, January 24: SPARK Schools has
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Having processed hundreds of quotes for schools, we are more and more certain that some schools are wasting their time
With the admission policy and practices of some schools currently in the media spotlight for the exclusionary effects they have
This year, Office National wants to do things differently – but they need your help! The Back to School season
Were your Christmas presents a little disappointing? No worries, SchoolAdvisor is running a competition open only to school staff members.
Combining education and technology is great—until it’s not. Four years ago, Paul France left a teaching job in the Chicago
Maths can be a very daunting subject for junior learners, causing them to even experience anxiety because of it. One
As more and more South African schools opt to use technology in the classroom, it is vital for teachers to
Acer and Google alongside Cloud Education Solutions hosted four events around the country. The events were focused on revealing all
Every school supplier knows that it is nigh on impossible to get hold of the principal of a local school.
There are a great number of barriers South African teachers face when trying to implement technology in their classrooms. One
The EdTechTeam Cape Town Summit 2018 was held on the 9-10th of August at SACS, Cape Town. We were in
Have you always wanted to implement technology in your school but don’t have the budget or sufficient training? There is
There is a great need in South Africa to provide students who have concessions with a better exam writing experience.
Are you getting the best value for your school budget? From experience, we have also noticed that schools don’t negotiate
Let me start by stressing this point: it is not easy to use digital marketing in order to get schools
Bacteria are almost everywhere. They float around causing illnesses to those exposed to them. And, a school environment is one
Education in South Africa is moving in a digital direction at an extremely fast pace. With the improvements of internet
Take note, a growing trend at top schools around South Africa is to employ chartered accountants of large corporations as
There can be no doubt that the high degree of autonomy given to all public schools in the South African
Sherpa Kids is a top-rated Before School Care, After Care and Holiday Care company on SchoolAdvisor. You will struggle to
SchoolAdvisor successfully ran its first Schoolscape events at the Country Club Joburg (Gauteng) and D’Aria Wine Farm (Cape). The theme
Monday 21 May 2018: After South Africa’s second biggest elections – second only to our national government elections – concluded
8 November 2018, BERNEXPO, Bern, Switzerland Worlddidac Business Exchange Club is a unique networking opportunity for dealers and distributors from
FutureLearn recently partnered with Quanta Books to broaden its Physical Sciences offering. The Quanta Book series, which is available in
On the 9th – 10th of October 2018, EduTECH Africa will once again gather the region’s leading minds in education
EduWeek has always looked to the future and the development within education. Through education, they inspire young minds to engage
Biometrics is growing in schools in many areas of the world. For example, in the UK, 4 out of 10
SchoolAdvisor.co.za is South Africa’s leading organisation that connects school suppliers and manufacturers to schools. SchoolAdvisor provides a platform for our
By bringing together the thought leaders in education from across Africa and the world, EduTECH Africa will inspire the audience.
EduTECH Africa is the leading marketplace and ideas exchange for African schools and Governments hungry for innovative solutions. It has
Schools face many difficulties when trying to get parents to pay school fees. Because this a such a big issue
Are you looking for a reputable tent company for your next school function? Whether it be a sports day, festival,
Injini are again looking for exciting start-ups ready to make an impact in African education using technology. They will select
Johannesburg: Nedbank has launched a range of innovative digital offerings aimed specifically at easing the administrative burden at South African
As part of their launch into the world of social media, Copy Type – Toshiba will be giving away a
Prevent Day Zero Book Now: [email protected] We believe Africa’ s complex challenges require us to adopt a new way of
FutureLearn has announced the acquisition of CAMI Education, a provider of education software to schools, learners and tutors. The agreement,
One of South Africa’s foremost education law experts has received the World Education Congress’ most prestigious award. Dr Jaco Deacon,
When we heard that one of our online learning platforms, Siyavula, was granting students free access to their learning platform,
Say “hello” to our new media partner, Francois from Super Teacher Solutions! Here’s a snip of what he does. Many
I’m guessing that not even two of your learners will use exactly the same techniques when doing homework or studying
How many of your students struggle to learn from a traditional textbook? I’m guessing that you often hear students complaining
Hayley Dunn explains how heads can enter that next tricky sales negotiation with eyes wide open… Have you ever watched
So, you’re thinking about ordering phonic workbooks for 2018. Maybe you weren’t, but here is a good reason to. Phonix
As you probably already know, Parrot Products are well-known for their interactive whiteboards and whiteboard markers. Well, they are running
Founded in 2008, BMS Education is a Level-1 B.E.E. supplier of quality educational and ICT equipment to over 400 educational
“It is easier to call a CEO of a listed company than a headmaster from a primary school” Why is
Teachers will now be able to build their own personalised and relevant activities and assessments, quickly and easily, with My
After receiving so much interest from our previous article about SA-SAMS, we thought that we’d update you with the latest
We regularly help schools get quotes for furniture. So, when we saw this article, we thought you might want to
It is exciting to see South African schools beginning to implement e-learning into their curriculums. e-Learning not only makes teaching
Are you an IT Teacher looking for an extra revenue stream? Do you also believe that coding (programming) is the
EduWeek is coming to Cape Town and boy, do we think this is a great thing! We believe that Cape
SchoolAdvisor will be exhibiting at EduWeek Western Cape. We think that Cape Town is a great venue to host an
Never ever send a quote by email to a school. Are we serious?!! Well, we are half serious. We knew
The idea of schooling is centuries old but teaching and learning continue to evolve with the recognition of achievement being
Are you frustrated with the amount of time it takes for parents to make payments? Do you feel like physical
School staff members are faced with various challenges relating to medical aid membership and access to private healthcare. It is
Have you been using a product or service in your school, have reviewed it on SchoolAdvisor but now want to
Most schools are challenged with cash management, administration and fees. There is also a major risk that comes with cash
Are you facing challenges with or struggling to manage your after care service? Have you thought about outsourcing? With their
Onnie Media, the digital publishing company aimed at South African teachers, have launched their newest offering, RSA Teaching Jobs. RSA
One of the most comprehensive e-education service providers – Extramarks, has landed in South Africa. Some local schools are already
NMG recently listed on SchoolAdvisor. They have negotiated a primary healthcare solution for ISASA member schools which covers unlimited GP
Are you attending EduWeek in July? EduWeek is a two-day exhibition and conference which will take place at the Gallagher
Local Tech Startup Launches Crowdfunding Campaign for Educational Robot On 16th of May, Stellenbosch tech startup Sirkits announced the launch
Math4Teachers has recently been listed on SchoolAdvisor. We were impressed with their teacher-math training and learner-exam preparation offerings. So, to
Gr 7-12 Science Teachers: SchoolAdvisor is excited to let you know about an exclusive offer just for you. We know
We are proud to say the Effective Selling to Schools workshop that took place on the 12th of May was
Ukhanyiso Ebantwini is a top-rated company on SchoolAdvisor. They offer unique training workshops for modern-day teachers. We decided to chat
Read below to discover how Green Office managed to save Jeppe High School for Boys a minimum of R75,000 per
As part of our network, we are continuously looking for ways to get your company in front of schools. With
Digital All Stars is a series of articles which aims to celebrate the best of South African digital. The articles,
Despite the fall-off in ed tech investment activity in 2016, two ed tech unicorns were minted last year. Deals to
Researchers at the University of Pretoria are developing guidelines to design better learning applications for children with Autism Spectrum Disorder
With over a decade of successful EduWeek events under their belt, Spintelligent is proud to announce that they will continue
The provision of schools with modern facilities in townships will improve the quality of education in townships, says Gauteng Education
Are you a qualified educator, social worker, psychologist, or higher education lecturer? Here is a fantastic additional income opportunity for
Manzomthomobo Secondary School in Mfuleni, Cape Town, will soon reap the benefits of learning in modern science and computer laboratories,
Gauteng Education MEC Panyaza Lesufi says the number of unplaced learners in the province has been eliminated to zero. The
Imagine you are a high school learner struggling with the textbook in front of you. You point your smartphone and
The School Business Managers Association is holding their 2nd National Conference at the four-star Southern Sun Hotel at OR Tambo
Revision Assistant is a new product from the folks at Turnitin that is designed to help support secondary students with
In recent years Google’s offerings—in particular, Chromebooks—have captured plenty of media attention and domestic market share. Futuresource, a market research
Back in of spring of 2016, Futuresource Marketing reported that Chromebooks were the most popular device out there for schools,
Tell us what you think about any of the following Pearson and Maskew Miller Longman products and you could stand
Life is becoming increasingly less predictable. From the political volatility of Donald Trump and Brexit to the vast societal changes
There are lots of ways to incorporate video into the classroom. From capturing students’ attention as you kick off a
With the new school year all ready to kick off into 2017, we need to say congratulations to everyone who
A tech coordinator’s perspective on disruption, re-design, and technology’s role in education. The modern classroom has undergone dramatic changes over
Tractor Outdoor, a premier outdoor media advertising solutions company, explains how they can help you turn unused space into a
In 2017, learning spaces and environments are the next frontier. We’ve seen technology infiltrate the classroom in a variety of
Many children do not have access to quality ECD programmes and require more support in the Foundation Phase, not only
What is the SBMA? The School Business Managers’ Association (SA) is a professional membership organisation for those responsible for school
We received this guest article from Robert Morris – he details how iPads benefit student learning and writing. Ever since
St John’s College collaborates with Allxs for the implementation of a new smart school ID to streamline campus transactions and
What is a Smart School ID? What makes it ‘smart’? And how does it compare to a regular School ID
Chromebooks are turning into the computer of choice for the classroom. According to Futuresource Consulting, they accounted for more than
We picked up this insightful article from Coffee Creative Studio. We love what they do and think that this read
Prestige Photographic Group received an incredible 32 reviews within 2 months. What’s more, each one of those reviews was a
In an effort to understand the average consumption and cost of Electricity and Water in schools, Suntricity selected a total
Ostensibly the first virtual school in South Africa to offer CAPS and Cambridge curriculum from Grade R to Grade 12,
Augmented reality seems to be the new “in-thing.” And, with this cool tool, your students can use their smart devices
Every teacher has a unique way of teaching and a reason why they teach the way the teach. Ross Morrison
While pre-primary and primary schools are regulated in South Africa, after-school care is not. This has resulted in an often
Curro is buying half of Botswana’s BA Isago University for an undisclosed amount, it announced on Monday, 21 November 2016.
There are several strategies for gamifying your classwork, and they’re not mutually exclusive—you can combine them. We love the idea
We all know technology is important for schools. But what about artificial intelligence in schools? It might seem a bit
Using the oracy framework — building physical, cognitive, linguistic, and emotional speaking skills — students learn to speak on any
When teachers began asking for time to work with students in small groups, Humboldt Elementary found the time for them.
Join a group of middle schools students as they try and figure out what kind of jobs will best suit
As of late, there has been much talk about a national retailer having closed its doors in Stellenbosch. This has
University students have been calling for lower fees for tertiary education. The authors argue that fees are an issue for
Are you looking for an affordable tablet solution for your school or homeschool? We have uncovered this awesome, all-in-one solution
Students love to draw. Some students need inspiration first. This website teaches you how to draw cartoon characters, cartoon animals,
This one was written by Matthew Farber, Ed.D. for Edutopia. Matthew teaches social studies at Valleyview Middle School, in Denville,
Do you know how much water is wasted when you do not do constant maintenance on your toilet facilities? We
Neil Jarret of #EdTech4Beginners shares some simple tricks for making your maths lessons more exciting. Neil says that, all too
School website design plays a vital role in your school’s online presence. Like any other business, the aim of an
Summer Special BTLM Sports Equipment & Apparel are running a crazy summer sale on sports equipment. BTLM are the top-rated
Xama Adventures have recently listed their company on SchoolAdvisor and already have three awesome 5-star reviews. We wanted to find
Ukhanyiso Ebantwini have recently listed on SchoolAdvisor. We asked them to give us some more information about themselves and what
You probably know Minecraft to be a game that your students play for fun outside of schools hours. But, what
The most important job that educators have is to prepare our students, as best as they possibly can, for the
Review by Ina Koen at St. John’s Diocesan School for Girls My Cyberwall has all the elements needed for the
After reading the above review submitted by Lizelle from St Marys DSG Hillcrest Pretoria, we had to find out all
Are you worried about viruses and malware creeping their way into your school? Maybe you’re concerned about what content your
We are proud to announce that SchoolAdvisor has partnered with Investec Business Cash Solutions. Investec’s understanding of the education sector
We love this initiative that Woolworths Educational Programmes and MySchool are doing. They run an annual competition on Teacher’s Day,
With virtual reality hitting the world by storm, we can see a lot good reasons why. When it comes to
Are you struggling to get the quiet students in class to engage? Technology can help you get your more introverted
Online learning is becoming increasingly popular to South African students. The ability to learn about basically every topic from the
How can teachers effectively engage students from diverse backgrounds? It’s a question many teachers face at the beginning of the
We’ve spoken about Google Expeditions before, but now we have gone one better. Here is an awesome example of how
It can be a nightmare choosing the best option for communicating with parents, but there are options that work. The
We would like to introduce you to Limu, a virtual learning tool which correlates learning and teaching resources onto one
As most learners today are immersed in the digital environment, SchoolAdvisor enjoys finding companies who innovate learning through technology. Pearson
If you haven’t read it yet, we recently posted an article on using Quicket for school events. Quicket is a
Image Credit: carrie-nelson / Shutterstock.com For most marketers, the expression “the customer is king” says it all. First, understand what
What is the ratio of the use of pen and paper vs. digital technologies in your classroom? Do you tend
Have you used videos in your lessons yet? Well, TED-Ed Lessons is a fantastic resource for you. A lesson is
Teachers: You may have already used X-kit Achieve study resources in your classroom, but did you know that Pearson has
Every school needs stationery, and a lot of it. But, how do you know your stationery company is giving you
It’s been a gold rush for education start-ups, with venture investors betting that schooling is poised for a technology face-lift.
Running a school event is never an easy task, in fact, it can be an administrative nightmare sending staff into
Xander is an exciting new company who offer educational apps for young children. They have already received some great reviews
SchoolAdvisor sat down with the CEO of Books 24/7, Hentie Gericke, to chat about the changing trend in schools getting
Experts in a panel discussion asking, “will technology save our schools?” agreed that implementing ICT in classrooms without clearly defining
©Cathy Yeulet via 123RF In a landmark empowerment partnership deal, Sphere Holdings (Sphere) will acquire a 22.5% stake in Pearson
EdTech companies: Are you hoping to graduate from offering a free product to actually monetizing it? Well, the secret is
Flickr/Rafael Matsunaga Let’s pretend that you and I are both rich. Like, filthy rich. Scrooge McDuck or Tony Stark rich.
Anyone who has ever tried to sell to schools knows how challenging it can be to get your message across
Have you ever felt as though you were being taken for a ride? No, I’m not talking about one of
Tshwane’s Interactive Digital Centre (IDC) has been launched to bring high-end interactive 3D digital media, virtual reality and augmented reality
Africa’s leading education conference and exhibition you won’t want to miss The trendsetters. The visionaries. The innovators. At no other
Attention parents: If you’d like to see your kids do better in school, have them close their books, set down
Technology is becoming the norm in schools as schools and teachers alike are finding how it can enhance teaching. But,
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SchoolAdvisor is an online platform built to help schools find school suppliers in South Africa easily and without delay. Are
Microsoft announced in June that it had acquired LinkedIn for the large sum of $26.2 billion. What does this deal
Photo cred: fin24tech What the heck is Pokémon GO? At SchoolAdivsor, we usually provide info to schools, helping them buy
We are excited to announce the big winner of our iPad Pro and Apple Pencil Competition! CONGRATULATIONS Tracey de Beer
Teachers: Are you looking for practical skills on how to integrate technology into your classroom? Don’t know which technology to
This one may be aimed at higher education but if we introduce personalized learning into our schools, it can seriously
School staff, have you been dreaming of a TV to hang on your living room wall but haven’t had the
With Google making major roadways into the education sector, what does Microsoft have to say? Well, maybe a 26.2 billion
Ligbron Academy is located in Ermelo, a relatively small town in Mpumalanga. They have not just taken up the challenge
Virtual reality is a technology of potential. So much potential, in fact, that in many ways it seems to be
JUST A LITTLE PATIENCE: Social Capital made a new resident in Palo Alto’s ritzy venture capital community. But with $1.2
Naspers have just made their first education technology investment in a company called Brainly. And now Brainly have just acquired
Cape Town, 15 June 2016 by Jenny Bergh, eLearning consultant, Eiffel Corp 6 tips for eLearning managers and administrators 1)
A primary teacher who used to be anxious about using technology in the classroom, but now runs an edtech blog,
WHAT DOES THE FOX SAY BUY? Foxconn, the Taiwanese company that claims to be the largest electronics maker in the
Being a principal requires character and the ability to handle every kind of situation. Principals will also experience many various
It’s well-known that children learn not only in the classroom but also outside – on the playground. ‘Play’ is often
School campuses are underestimated in their capacity to transform schools into inspirational and iconic centres for learning. Ad hoc development,
Want to know what 10 of the big EdTech investors, like Bill Gates and others, have to say about EdTech?
EdTech suppliers: When administrators decide on the best EdTech to use for their school, what are the things you must
We think VR(Virtual Reality) can be an awesome tool to use in the classroom and, it seems, more and more
We love how technology connects schools to each other. Using Facebook Live, you can now stream what is done is
Do you remember Bill Nye the Science Guy? Well, when it comes to STEM (science, technology, engineering, math), he is
We gathered this awesome graphic displaying the 130+ key players in the education tech space you need to know –
Hey teachers, want to know how you can earn SACE point while completing an IT course? Sounds too good to
On the 9th of May, Statistics SA announced an increase in unemployment in the first quarter of 2016. South Africa
SchoolAdvisor uncovers a new digital training platform to get all your students up to speed while reducing the burden on
We are proud to announce that SchoolAdvior.co.za now has 1 200 live reviews that have been submitted by schools around
One of our own, Duncan Smith is interviewed by Game On Magazine. They are a fully digital magazine that shares
Are you thinking of going for iPads or laptops for the classroom? Before you jump to a decision, check out
One-to-one laptop initiatives (sometimes abbreviated as 1:1) aim to give each student access to the Internet, digital course materials, and
I’m sure you’ve heard of Naspers – the South African media group founded in 1915 that is the biggest (and
Gina Porter tells us why cell phones in school are not always a good thing. We picked up this article
Have you heard about adaptive learning before? Adaptive Learning uses computers/tablets as interactive teaching devices, offering a tailored learning experience
We found some advice for EdTech salespeople from the EdTech giants, EdSurge – all credit goes to them for this
A study conducted by Michael Lee, an edtech entrepreneur, into the world’s largest education system. Michael explains how big the
We found a fun infographic of the most active ed tech investors. All credit goes to CB Insights, a venture
After hearing about ADESSA, SchoolAdvisor was interested in finding out more. ADESSA is a body representing educational suppliers in their
Never heard of a ‘Mystery Skype’ before? We hadn’t either until we discovered this article written by an American teacher,
Making the shift from paper to digital is a hot debate. A lot of teachers still claim to prefer paper
SchoolAdvisor wishes a big happy birthday to Jean and the team at Teacha! Keep up the great work. Teacha! an
We love finding people who are committed to helping schools. Every once in a while, we find a company, like
We all know how YouTube can consume all our spare time with its endless video content of any category(more than
Music for the Classroom Research shows that music can be a great way of getting students to focus while working
All teachers love record-keeping We know how much almost all teachers love admin duties. Okay, yeah, so admin can be
We love free stuff, and we know you do too! I’m sure you already know how awesome an iPad is
There is a wide debate on whether or not to pay for software or only use free software. A lot
If you aren’t already aware of the SA-SAMS / Lurits debacle, here is what we found out. We realize how
Here is a researched list of 10 excellent educators on Twitter. Twitter is such a great place to learn. If
Teachers and school administrators nationwide believe that bringing technology into classrooms boosts educational outcomes for students. Districts often purchase the
We have the inside loop as to why 3 of South Africa’s largest school admin systems have merged. Together –
We are delighted to announce our winner of the WIN a Trip to Mauritius Competition! *drum roll please…….* Congratulations to
South Africa is still considered one of the unequal countries regarding education. The country remains quite divided on racial lines
At SchoolAdvisor, we look out for awesome, top-rated companies. We have selected five companies, we think, do an amazing job
We interviewed Gillian Gouws, a well-experienced ed-tech coach, to find out what being an EdTech coach means? What is an
Taking your school on a sports tour is always exciting. Students often speak of sports tours as the highlight of
Are you looking to attend the conference as a delegate – click here to read about the conference. We have
We asked the organisers to give us more details: What is DTOE Conference about? This is a two-day journey to
Are you frustrated with your present textbook ordering system, and wondering if there’s an easier way to do things? At
On 19 November, Learning Lab Apps (the company that brings you WorksheetCloud) was awarded the prestigious Best Emerging Business title
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“The main challenge is to transform a school culture rooted in the Industrial Age into a professional learning community that
On 17 February 2016, Peter Morgan, the CEO of SchoolAdvisor joined in with 100 schools to find out more about
We spoke to our number one reviewer, Sean Friedenthal of Curro Century City. With over 20 reviews submitted on our
Principals often view leadership and management as two different roles, but the most effective principals know how to blend the
With $1.86 billion flowing to nearly 200 US edtech deals in 2015, investor interest is at an all-time high. Yet,
CoZa Cares, a non-profit organisation in Midrand(who have recently been listed on SchoolAdvisor.co.za), is the project manager for the annual
“There can be infinite uses of the computer and of new age technology, but if teachers themselves are not able
“Intelligence plus character — that is the goal of true education,” Martin Luther King, Jr. wrote in the February 1947
FIN24: Cape Town – Crime has had a serious impact on the plans of the Western Cape Provincial government to
EDSURGE: “Adaptive learning.” Two words that have haunted headlines and press releases for what seems like forever. Everyone thinks everyone
TWIG WORLD: £3.5 million (approx. US $5 million) was raised by Twig World in a Series B round led by
PEARSON SA: ‘Digital assessment technology has the potential to change the face of education in South Africa for the
‘Having sold the d6 School Communicator to hundreds of schools in my previous business, I know the majority of schools
‘An investment in knowledge pays the best interest’ – Benjamin Franklin The economic situation: ‘South Africa’s rand has tumbled by
*Impak currently has a 4-star rating (after 14 reviews) on our site. We wanted to find out more about the
Initial planning and organising: Planning and organising a school cultural or sports tour can be intimidating and stressful for school
Access to effective teaching resources was once again an important factor influencing the 2015 South African Matric results. The Department
R 20 000 already paid out to teachers Since April, Teacha – the online marketplace for South African teacher resources
With more and more startups entering the education market it is harder for school suppliers to stand out. MJ Linane,
Since the start of 2015, South Africa has begun to introduce technology into various schools around the country. This paperless
The decision to ‘go paperless’ is a bold move which requires a great deal of strategic planning. Many schools
Common Sense Media has released an infographic detailing their report of media consumption by American tweens (8-12 years old) and
Pearson stock slumps Bloomberg Business reports that Pearson has lost market value that is greater than the combined proceeds from
After finally tracking Duncan Smith down in the Solomon Islands we asked him to write a guest post for schools
“If you ever wonder why some schools have a great ‘buzz’ about them, but your school does not—even though it
Considering the growth in new opportunities in the education market, Matt Chandler, CEO of 4.0 Schools, looks at where we
With fewer textbooks and more devices, schools are going to have to rethink the traditional locker. “We decided to get
Audrey Mullen is a US high school student who was asked by EdSurge.com to share how she and her peers
‘Pupils at London Acorn School are banned from using smartphones and computers and watching TV at all times, including during
An increase in work and time pressure on both schools and parents has led to a greater demand for aftercare
Ever wondered what students think about Google Classroom? We asked grade 11 pupil Aidan Cunningham to give his input on
‘ABS, anything but slides’ says Michelle Denise Miller a professor from Northern Arizona University, in her article ‘Learning from PowerPoint:
The BBC has recently reported that ‘investing heavily in school computers and classroom technology does not improve pupils’ performance’. The
These four companies have managed to pull it off. Do you have a pet project that you developed out of
Last week saw Tim Cook launch the new bigger and better iPad. It will start shipping later this year. If
Click here to enlarge photo With Google and Microsoft making big plays in the school market it is not surprising
Gone are the days when a school would have only a bursar handling finances. Now it is not uncommon to
With over 6 million views we can see why this kid is encouraging teachers. This is the Kid President Pep
With there being a lot of interest around resource platforms for teachers by teachers, we ask Malcolm Mooi a bit
The New York times published some startling new facts from the IDC on devices gaining traction in US classrooms. We
With limited time and busy schedules, teachers are looking for alternative ways to plan classes. Enter the growing world of
They are in the UK! Edtechnology.co.uk covered a report from knowledgebus-it.co.uk which reveals ‘that the education sector has paid average
Ben Stern, a former educator and now a Dropbox executive, has hit in on the head when he says that
Social media is literally all around us and there has a been a lot of training and teaching for educators
With dozens of Chromebook brands, makes, and specs it is not easy finding the right one for your school and
Wikipedia states: ‘Blended learning’ is a formal education program in which a student learns, at least, in part, through the
The Economist on the 1 August ran an article on ‘Low-cost private schools’, we took out 5 comments from the
Thinking of implementing tablets across your school? Before committing to getting all your students onto tablets, read these 5 key
The education space is fast changing and becoming a key investment area. Venture Capital firms are continuously looking for opportunities
Rubicon recently published key findings from a US poll where they interviewed a 1 000 parents of school going and
With devices in classroom becoming key we asked Barbara Sweet to write a guest post on Chromebooks. Barbara is a
8 Reasons why schools are bad at buying So often, one of the simplest areas of improving education is overlooked
In South Africa, we wish that only 1 out of 4 homes didn’t have high-speed internet! We also wish that
Every now and again someone does something very simple for free. This is one of these occasions. Meet Evan Stout,
Take a lesson to the next level by building it around a TED Talk or a YouTube Video. This incredibly
Having read multiple articles on best practices when it comes to procurement I can honestly say that this is the
“I can’t speak for anyone other than myself, but I have NEVER purchased anything in direct response to an unsolicited
Imagine Being Paid $500k to Start a New School. American based ‘New Schools Fund’ is doing exactly this to change
It is great to know that at the tip of Africa some of our schools are competing on an international
Sometimes it is the simple things that don’t need to paid for that make an incredible difference in your school.
Recently we have heard a lot about Google making a move into the education sector, it is now the turn
Following article is from news24 and shows why schools need to check everything, even if it is for free! Johannesburg
Editors note: following article was posted on nbcnews.com and shows the increase of schools being scammed worldwide, watch out for
In the 21st century learning environment, we generally consider a school’s duty of care to be based on ICT and
Schools buy stuff badly. This spells trouble for education technology. Schools will buy the wrong things, at bad prices and
SchoolAdvisor’s aim as a platform is to help you make the best purchasing decision when it comes to appointing a
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