1R80 000
Phase 1: Site Preparation
Getting the ground ready, safely and thoughtfully.
- Clearing & levelling
- Tree work & safety
- Fencing & gates
- Living wall infrastructure
The Grade R Project 2027
Grade R for All, Ready to Build.
Building on nearly two decades of trusted early childhood education in Hout Bay.
The need is real
Grade R is essential, but access is not always available.
When school placement outcomes were released, only a handful of families received the outcome they had hoped for. Across the Western Cape, many families struggle to secure appropriate Grade R placements.
Many local families cannot afford private Grade R, yet government placements remain limited and highly competitive.
Thousands of children. One community. One opportunity to make a difference.
Why Grade R matters
The bridge between early childhood and formal education.
Grade R lays the foundations children carry with them for the rest of their schooling, and their lives.
Drag the slider to see the Grade R classroom planned for January 2027. Artist’s impression.
The space is already here
Building on what already works.
Rather than buying new land, the Grade R classroom will be integrated into the existing, established campus, building on nearly two decades of experience and community trust. It will sit adjacent to the current school building for a seamless transition between preschool and Grade R.
Existing campus Adjacent to the school
“The foundations already exist. We are simply creating the next step in a child’s educational journey.”
From forgotten space to learning place
A shaded corner, waiting to become something special.
An unused, shaded corner of the campus, currently storage and overflow, will become a dedicated Grade R environment under mature trees.
The trees cannot be recreated. The shade cannot be manufactured. The beauty already exists.
A playground designed for learning
Where every corner teaches something.
Children learn best through active, hands-on experiences, extending learning beyond the classroom walls.
What we're building
Project phases & budget.
The project is phased so construction can begin as soon as funding becomes available, rather than waiting for the full target.
Total project cost
R650 000–R680 000
R9 714raised of R300 000 goal
3% funded · 8 donors
Live from BackaBuddyEstimates based on current quotations; final figures may adjust with contractor and supplier quotes.
Project timeline
From funding to first learners.
A clear, accountable path from breaking ground to opening the doors.
June–July 2026
Funding & Site Preparation
Secure funding, finalise plans & quotations, prepare the site, tree management & clearing, fencing & gates.
July–August 2026
Classroom Construction Begins
Construction begins; plumbing & electrical; bathroom & kitchenette.
September 2026
Classroom Completion
Classroom completion; veranda & finishing; compliance inspections.
October 2026
Playground & Procurement
Playground installation; living wall; furniture & resource procurement.
November 2026
Setup & Preparation
Classroom setup; staff preparation; final touches.
December 2026
Ready for Occupation
Ready for occupation; registration & orientation.
January 2027
Welcoming Our First Grade R Learners
The doors open, and a new chapter begins.
Access to Education Changes Lives
Be part of building Grade R for All.
Every contribution helps turn a shaded corner of Hout Bay into a classroom full of possibility.