VULEKA SCHOOL
School in Sandton

Vuleka is a school initiated in 1989 by Parishes within the Diocese of Johannesburg of the Church of the Province of Southern Africa in response to the growing crisis in education and the inability of parents to obtain adequate education for their children. To use language-intensive education in developing the capabilities of such children. To develop language and perceptual skills of such children while nurturing initiative and self-confidence. To be a community-orientated school which seeks to use and involve members of the community in all aspects of its educational process. We also have an Assisted Learning Centre for pupils with special educational needs. No pupils will be compelled to take part in practices not appropriate to their own beliefs, but pupils must attend all these events and behave in a respectful and reverent manner. Vuleka gives an intensive programme in English and Maths, and also helps children who are over-aged and those with learning difficulties. We like our pupils to leave Vuleka feeling confident and smart. The Junior Classes focus on Maths, English and Life Skills. They also do more practical subjects like cooking, sewing and computer literacy. We are an independent, non-profit, Anglican Diocesan school providing affordable education. Vuleka began as a project 25 years ago and was designed to put previously disadvantaged children into a more efficient branch of the education system. At the end of that year, 21 children were placed in independent schools. From this time Vuleka continued to grow from strength to strength into an organised and highly regarded Primary School ranging from Pre-Primary to Grade In 2013, Vuleka integrated with SSB High school, so today we offer a strong educational foundation in a secure and supportive environment from pre-primary all the way through to Matric. We achieve high standards through visionary leadership, trained and dedicated staff and teachers who love to teach. A holistic curriculum which allows each pupil to develop their academic, social, emotional, physical, spiritual and intellectual well being, setting them up for a much brighter future. Suitably qualified teachers who nurture the growth and development of every child. Specialist teaching and learning for Grades 4-7 to develop a solid understanding of each subject, especially in Maths, English and Science. These programmes are also vital to allow less academic students to shine in these areas of the curriculum. Orphans and Vulnerable children (OVC), with funding sourced for their tuition from various trusts and individual sponsors. Vuleka funds people to train as teachers through Unisa, offering them employment as classroom assistants and provides a mentorship programme. Grade 7 pupils are given assistance in finding a suitable high school to cater for their needs. A social worker is employed to counsel those who experience trauma, abuse, bereavement and loss.