Dalpark Learning Academy Winner of the Most Improved Independent School Awards announced at ceremony in Gauteng.

BENONI, South Africa - March 18, 2021 - “We’re very excited to announce that Dalpark Learning Academy Won First Place overall award and prestigious title of Most Improved Independent School of the Year at the 2021 awards on Friday 12 February. Winning this award is a momentous achievement and we would like to thank our whole school community of pupils, families and staff who have all contributed to this well-deserved accolade,” said Ms Preneeda Naidoo.

At Dalpark Learning Academy, A progressive and forward-thinking school, we believe in the simple truth that every student deserves the best opportunities in life. That’s why our mission is to power the education for educators and students to realize their potential in their own way. From the front office to the classroom to the home, DLA helps the schools and districts efficiently manage instruction, learning, grading, attendance, assessment, analytics, reporting, special education, student registration, talent, finance, and HR. “Today, we’re proud to be the most improved Independent School in the City of Ekurhuleni,” said Deputy Principal Mr. Mkhululi Kennedy Sibanda.

School is an important safety net, a unique place to build resilience. But we are not teaching children or delinquents. They’re young adults. They need to know we see them, hear them and respect them. To inspire them to pursue their dreams, make wise choices and never to give up despite the difficulties. This is how we spend our days at Dalpark Learning Academy said Ms. Preneeda Naidoo Director and Head of Operations in Benoni.

While a 100% pass rate is an impressive achievement, the schools that stand out are those that can achieve this standard over a five-year period. Although gaining a 100% pass rate is our primary objective our attention is focused toward our vision and mission and the importance, as always, to make a difference in the lives of the parents, children, and Caregivers wherever we can.

Real change and real impact require essential resources to actually make it happen.
Education is the only way for these children to change their lives and have hope for the future.
Our vision is to develop well rounded, confident and responsible individuals who aspire to achieve their full potential. We will do this by providing a welcoming, happy, safe, and supportive learning environment in which everyone is equal and all achievements are celebrated.
Our early learning center exists to provide a safe, developmentally, inclusive environment for toddlers, preschool, kindergarten and school age children.
Our goal as a Primary and Elementary School is to equip our young people with the skills and mindset to thrive and then take on the world. To educate all students to the highest levels of academic achievement, to enable them to reach and expand their potential, and to prepare them to become productive, responsible, ethical, creative and compassionate members of society.
Our High Schools have an extraordinary line-up of Educators who strive collectively to provide our graduates with an academic foundation that will enable them to gain admission to the colleges or universities of their choice as well as to succeed in those institutions.

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VISION
Our vision is to develop well rounded, confident and responsible individuals who aspire to achieve their full potential. We will do this by providing a welcoming, happy, safe, and supportive learning environment in which everyone is equal and all achievements are celebrated.

We believe that a happy child is a successful one. We are committed to providing a positive, safe and stimulating environment for children to learn, where all are valued. We intend that all children should enjoy their learning, achieve their potential and become independent life-long learners.

MISSION
Our Mission is to provide high quality education and childcare in a safe, respectful and inclusive environment that builds a foundation for life-long learning.
We aim to provide a safe learning environment with a welcoming atmosphere which creates a sense of belonging amongst the families. We maintain an inclusive environment which acknowledges and respects children from diverse family and cultural backgrounds.

STATEMENT OF PURPOSE
Dalpark Learning Academy is a learning community committed to providing an inclusive, caring and supportive environment where excellence and academic achievement are valued.
Students are continuously challenged to achieve their potential through rigorous programs focused on building the knowledge, skills and values for a productive life as a member of society.

Dalpark Learning Academy will continue to offer a variety of pathways to meet the needs of students. It is a school with a long-standing reputation for delivering effective teaching and learning and shaping the leaders of tomorrow. The school boasts an impressive alumni and has an enviable
reputation in the wider community as one of Gauteng’s Premier Private Schools.

The leadership and representational skills of students are actively enhanced through academic, creative and sporting pursuits and participation in the student council and school and community forums. Students will be positioned to take their place in a vibrant, cosmopolitan and democratic South Africa. Through being part of a diverse school community, students will be understanding, and welcoming, of difference. They will be able to engage effectively with different cultural groups.
By graduation, students will be well prepared to face the unknown challenges of the future.

The school seeks to:

# Engage students in authentic real world learning experiences beyond the classroom with opportunities for students to become leaders and active participants in effecting change.
This will mean expanding networks and partnerships.
# Offer opportunities to develop student’s application of technology and a critical understanding of its use.
# Foster a sense of place, with an appreciation of South Africa's traditions and past, including its indigenous heritage.
# Develop students' understandings of South Africa's relationship with the rest of Africa, its place in the global economy and sustainability.

The school also aims to ensure that students have an awareness of social justice principles and demonstrate respect for others. They will have a social conscience and be provided with the opportunity to assist those less fortunate whether at home or abroad.

The school regards staff, both teaching and support, as the foundation upon which excellence in school programs is built. Staff Members are enablers to better student results. Staff will be treated with consideration, have access to and pursue relevant professional development and participate in
effective performance management. The professional development of staff will impact on, and inform, improved classroom practice and lead to enhanced student outcomes.

Teachers, within the various teaching teams across the school, will be part of a professional learning community and participate in professional conversations about learning and professional growth leading to better student results.

Staff Members are expected to have high expectations for their students and engage effectively with parents. There should be "no surprises" at reporting times. Parents will be provided with comprehensive advice about student pathways and the opportunity to work with school staff in managing student issues.

Parents will be provided with opportunities to contribute to school forums, including aspects of the school's decision-making processes. The expertise that parents can bring to the school's operations and to the educational process is valued and actively sought. Parents will continue
to be encouraged to participate in school forums such as the Parents and citizens association and its committees and the school Board and contribute in other ways that enhance student opportunities.

Dalpark Learning Academy will continue to strive to create a positive and welcoming school community and form a constructive and important part of its students' development into successful adults. It is a good school that strives to be a great school. Dalpark Learning Academy aims to make a difference for its students. On leaving the school they will be able to reflect on their learning journey and affirm with pride "I am a graduate of Dalpark Learning Academy - a place of
learning excellence".

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