First day of school at Rosebank Primary runs smoothly

ROSEBANK – First day at Rosebank Primary School seems to have gone smoothly for both the learners and the teachers and they look forward to a great 2019.

After an activity-filled first day of school for the learners at Rosebank Primary School, the bell rang and it was time to go back home and share news about opening day. The learners were eager to share how they celebrated their classmate, Aaron Saber’s birthday.

Although Aaron himself didn’t have much to say due to excitement, his teacher Nicole Ford said that Aaron’s mother had surprised them in the morning. “She just brought in food and party packs enough for the whole class. So, we all finished off class by sharing in the cake and drinks as well as singing for Aaron.”

Rosebank Primary School Grade 1 teacher, Nicole Ford is happy to have such learners who are easy to work with. Photo: Naidine Sibanda
Parents come to pick up their children at the Rosebank Primary School after school. Dad Phuti Phaka with twins Karabo and Khomotso Mamaleka with Mom Magdelene Mamaleka. Photo: Naidine Sibanda

She said that this had been the best transition experience in 10 years as it went smoothly and the children were happy and couldn’t wait to tell stories. Ford also added that there were no tears this time.

Learner Thamsanqa Tyeza said that he behaved well on his first day of school and most of the others also said they ‘enjoyed’ their day and wanted to spend some more time at school instead of going home.

Birthday boy Aaron Saber with his classmates who enjoyed goodies from his birthday which he celebrated on his first day at Rosebank Primary School. Photo: Naidine Sibanda

Principal of Rosebank Primary School Leigh Shaw-Taylor, who also had her first day as the new principal, said the day went very smoothly. “Most of the children arrived on time and were happy to be back at school. Teachers and groundsmen started work on Monday in preparation for the first day,” said Shaw-Taylor.

Rosebank Primary School principal, Leigh Shaw-Taylor is also elated to experience her first start-of-school day as principal since her permanent appointment in May 2018. Photo: Naidine Sibanda

She thanked all the staff for their dedication and hard work in getting all the facilities ready.

The principal concluded, “I’d like to wish all the children at the school a very successful and happy 2019. I hope they achieve all the goals they have set for themselves. I also hope it is a successful year for the staff.”

Details: Rosebank Primary School 011 788 1120

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