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Brescia House learners buff up their business skills at market day

The market day at Brescia House School buzzed with energy as the young entrepreneurs engaged with their peers, teachers, and parents, honing their sales techniques and negotiating skills.

The Grade 9 learners at Brescia House School transformed their classroom knowledge into real-world experience during their market day.

Stephan Froneman, Bridget Carlisle, Grace Seymour, Isabella Band and Mia Wellsted. Photo: Duduzile Khumalo

The event is a highlight on the school’s calendar and was designed as a practical extension of the economic and management sciences and business studies curriculum, allowing learners to put theory into action.

Alexia Chadnha, Hailie Chilenga and Isabella Dreier. Photo: Duduzile Khumalo

According to the HOD of business studies Nozi Sikhakhane, in preparation for the day, the learners worked in groups to develop business proposals, with each group tasked with creating, marketing, and selling their products.

Emily Bishop, Graee Prince and Kate Limpitlaw. Photo: Duduzile Khumalo

“From brainstorming product ideas to crafting detailed business plans, the girls embraced the challenge enthusiastically and creatively,” she said.

Atlegang Nchabeleng, Ariel Mugauri, Catherine Zhang and Oluwakemi Ayodele. Photo: Duduzile Khumalo

The products on show ranged from homemade crafts and baked goods to innovative gadgets and personalised accessories, showcasing the diversity of their ideas.

Julia Carlisle, Georgia Moody and Meghan Kleynbans. Photo: Duduzile Khumalo

She added that the market day was a resounding success, with learners managing to attract a steady stream of customers throughout the event.

Naisha Pillay, Kinal Bawa, Zhanxi Guo, Sihle Matimba, Laiha Govender, and Atlehang Matlou. Photo: Duduzile Khumalo

“One of the key takeaways for the students was the importance of having enough stock to meet customer demand. Many groups quickly learnt that popular items sold out faster than expected, leading to the realisation that planning and preparation are crucial in business.”

Cindy Zheng, Atlegang Nchabeleng, Ariel Mugauri, Oluwakemi Ayodele and Catherine Zhang. Photo: Duduzile Khumalo

She praised the learners for their dedication and hard work.

Misu Ngubane, Khanya Mchunu, Anele Magwede. Photo: Duduzile Khumalo

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