Curro Aurora | Primary School | Sundowner

Welcome to Curro Aurora Primary School: Nurturing Future Leaders in Sundowner, Randburg

At Curro Aurora, we believe in laying a foundation for lifelong success. Our vibrant primary school, nestled in the heart of Sundowner, Randburg, offers an exceptional Curro education for learners from Grade 1 to Grade 7. We pride ourselves on creating an intimate learning environment with deliberately limited class sizes, ensuring every child receives the personalised attention they deserve. Beyond core subjects, our innovative curriculum introduces enriching experiences like isiZulu and Robotics, empowering your child with diverse skills for a rapidly evolving world. Our ultimate mission is to cultivate confident, capable individuals equipped with the knowledge, skills, and values to excel and emerge as leaders in their communities and beyond. Discover the full spectrum of opportunities awaiting your child on our comprehensive fact sheet.

Innovative Learning: Beyond the Textbook

Our commitment to providing an unparalleled education is reflected in our dynamic approach to the national CAPS curriculum. We move beyond rote learning, embracing project-based learning and self-discovery as cornerstones of our teaching philosophy. This engaging methodology empowers our primary school learners to dive deep into subjects, conducting their own research, performing exciting experiments, and completing thought-provoking assignments that bring learning to life. While regular assessments and tests ensure academic rigor, our focus remains on fostering intellectual curiosity and enabling learners to connect deeply with the material. From Grade 4 onwards, learners have the exciting option to integrate tablets into their classroom experience, further enhancing their engagement and digital literacy.

Pioneering Technology and Dedicated Support

As a proud member of the esteemed Curro school group, Curro Aurora consistently elevates the educational experience. Our cutting-edge technology and engineering programmes are designed to spark innovation, exposing learners to the exciting worlds of 3D printing, laser cutting, and immersive VR gaming. We believe in nurturing every child's potential. Our dedicated Learner Support Centre, staffed by experienced therapists, provides comprehensive assessments and tailored support for learners who may benefit from development or refinement in specific academic or social-emotional areas, ensuring every child thrives.

Seamless Progression within the Curro Family

Choosing Curro Aurora means becoming part of a larger, supportive educational network. As a Curro school, our primary learners receive preferential consideration for admission to any high school within the Curro group. This offers peace of mind and a clear pathway for their future academic journey. Nearby high school options include prestigious institutions such as Curro Wilgeheuwel, Cooper College, Curro Krugersdorp, Meridian Cosmo City, and Northriding College.

Building Strong Foundations: Our Grade R Programme

Our exceptional preschool programme is meticulously designed to gently transition Grade R learners into the more formal learning environment of primary school. In this crucial foundational phase, we focus on developing essential skills that underpin all future academic success:

• Language Development: Cultivating strong abilities in reading, spelling, comprehension, speaking, and attentive listening.
• Mathematical Literacy: Mastering fundamental concepts of counting, number recognition, and early operations like addition, subtraction, and multiplication.
• Life Skills & Holistic Growth: Engaging in physical education, real-life experiences, fostering problem-solving abilities, and sparking creativity.

Intermediate Phase: Embracing Abstract Concepts through Active Learning

As learners progress into the intermediate phase, they encounter more abstract concepts. To navigate this effectively, we deepen our commitment to project-based learning. This methodology empowers students to move beyond the confines of textbooks, engaging in rigorous research, hands-on experiments, and comprehensive assignments that transform abstract ideas into tangible understanding.

Multilingualism and Future-Ready Skills

Our primary medium of instruction is English, ensuring a strong grasp of the international language of communication. To broaden horizons, learners also have the enriching option of studying Afrikaans and isiZulu as additional languages. Furthermore, our forward-thinking curriculum includes Robotics as a dedicated subject, equipping students with vital computational thinking and problem-solving skills for the digital age.

A Holistic Education: Enriching Extracurricular Programme

At Curro Aurora, we believe that true excellence stems from a balanced education. Our robust academic programme is seamlessly complemented by a diverse array of sports and cultural activities. Participation in these activities is not just about fun; it actively fosters crucial life skills such as team-awareness, collaboration, and unwavering self-confidence. Whether through the expressive arts like drama and choir, which cultivate creative self-expression, or dynamic options like cheerleading, our extensive range of activities is thoughtfully tailored to ignite the passions and interests of learners in our community. Your child is sure to discover an activity that sparks their joy and helps them flourish. Explore our full list of exciting extracurricular offerings on our comprehensive fact sheet.

Join the Curro Aurora Family!

As a leading primary school in Sundowner, Randburg, Curro Aurora is deeply committed to providing our community's children with an unparalleled, high-quality education. We invite you to explore the rest of our website to fully appreciate the enriching environment and extensive opportunities we offer. We are confident that your child will not only thrive academically but will also cherish being a beloved member of the Curro Aurora family!

Enriching Aftercare Service

Extend your child's learning and social day with our enriching Aftercare Service. Designed for safety and convenience, learners are comfortably accommodated in secure classrooms and vibrant playgrounds. Our comprehensive aftercare package includes a nutritious lunch, dedicated supervision, and valuable homework support, all at an additional cost as detailed in our fees letter.

Convenient School Transport Service

Ensure a safe and convenient journey for your child with our dedicated school transport service. Operating along two carefully planned bus routes, offering both one-way and return options, this service is available for learners from Grade 3 onwards. Please refer to our fees letter for additional cost details.

Our service proudly operates in the following areas:

• Honeydew
• Jackal Creek Golf Estate
• North Riding
• Olivedale
• Randpark
• Randpark Ridge
• Strubensvalley
• Sundowner

For more information on how to enrol your child in our transport services, please do not hesitate to contact us.

Innovative Learning Environments & Specialised Classrooms

Step into a world of innovation and discovery within our safe, modern learning environment. We are committed to providing your child with the excellent Curro education, which is why our classrooms are thoughtfully designed to foster deep concentration and encourage active interaction with the learning material. Here, learners not only grow accustomed to modern equipment and facilities but also develop essential skills for the future.

Our campus boasts a range of cutting-edge specialised classrooms, including:

• A fully equipped Consumer Studies kitchen for practical life skills.
• A dedicated Learner Support Centre for individualised attention.
• An inviting Reading Room specifically designed for our Foundation Phase learners.
• A comprehensive Resource Centre, perfect for homework, assignments, and small group events.
• A state-of-the-art Robotics and IT Lab, sparking curiosity and technological proficiency.

Exceptional Sports & Cultural Activities

At Curro Aurora, we believe in holistic development, offering a highly specialised range of sports and cultural activities. All programmes are hosted in our outstanding on-campus facilities, ranging from traditional fields and courts to unique, highly-tailored academies designed to nurture every talent.

Our impressive activity facilities include:

• An AstroTurf field equipped with floodlights for year-round play.
• A professional Cricket Pitch.
• The renowned Curro Aurora Performing Arts Academy, fostering creative expression.
• A heated, indoor Aquatics Centre for swimming excellence.
• An outdoor gym conveniently located on our sports fields.
• Spacious Rugby and Soccer fields.
• Multiple Tennis and Netball courts.
• Dedicated Test-Cricket Nets for skill development.

Comprehensive On-site Learner Support & Therapy Services

Nurturing every aspect of your child's development, our dedicated team of on-site therapists operates their private practice from our Learner Support Centre. This expert team includes highly qualified occupational and speech therapists, as well as two educational psychologists, providing a holistic approach to learner well-being.

Their comprehensive services include:

• Thorough academic screenings.
• Assessments to determine specific concession needs.
• Long-term play therapy and counselling services.
• Specialised dyslexia assessments, and much more.

Our therapists work in close collaboration with teachers to identify when a learner might benefit from their specialised services. Parents are promptly contacted via email with relevant contact details, empowering you to further discuss potential support for your child.

Our speech therapist addresses concerns related to pronunciation, auditory processing, letter and sound recognition, and other foundational skills crucial for reading and speaking. Simultaneously, our occupational therapy team provides invaluable support to learners facing physical, cognitive, or perceptual barriers that may impact their functioning and engagement in the classroom.

Discover Curro Aurora Primary School

Curro Aurora Primary School, nestled in the vibrant Sundowner area of Randburg, is dedicated to providing the excellent Curro education to learners from Grade 1 to Grade 7. We pride ourselves on limiting our class sizes, ensuring that every learner receives the personalised attention they deserve to thrive. Our curriculum is enriched with unique subjects like isiZulu and Robotics, preparing students for a dynamic future.

Our ultimate goal is to empower learners with the essential skills, knowledge, and values that will enable them to excel academically, personally, and become influential leaders within their lives and society.

We invite you to view our school’s fact sheet to discover a detailed overview of our subjects and activities, or contact us today to arrange a personal tour of our stunning campus and experience the Curro Aurora difference firsthand.