Sacred Heart and Three2Six meet for a day of educational fun

A memorable experience was created for Three2Six and Sacred Heart College Grade R to 2 classes on 2 June when Play Africa visited the school.

The aim of the day was to offer children unrestricted, unlimited play using a range of low-cost, low-impact (non-plastic) interventions and, most importantly, create friendships.

“We are happy to have Play Africa here today to facilitate this educational programme because our Three2Six and Sacred Heart pupils never get to meet and they all attend school in the same place. To have them meet and get to know each other in such an environment is wonderful,” said Sacred Heart marketing coordinator Lynn Walker.

The Three2Six education project is primarily a project dedicated to the protection and education of refugee children. The purpose of the project is to better the lives of those who have sought refuge in South Africa, those who have suffered from the effects of war, political struggles and economic hardship. The children got the opportunity to know each other in a fun environment.

Founder and CEO of Play Africa, Gretchen Wilson-Prangley said the adventure playground allows the children to explore and use their imagination. “You get to understand their world and how they see things. The different activities also brings the children together and offer them fresh experiences, allowing them to engage with each other.”

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