Waterstone College Primary School | Kibler Park

Welcome to Waterstone College Primary School: Where Futures Begin!

Nestled in the heart of Kibler Park, Johannesburg, Waterstone College Primary School offers an exceptional educational journey for learners from Grade R to Grade 7. As a proud member of the esteemed Curro school group, we are dedicated to providing a nurturing and stimulating environment where every child can thrive.

We understand the importance of individual attention, which is why we maintain small class sizes to ensure personalised support for each learner. Our vibrant curriculum is delivered in English, preparing students for a global future. Beyond the classroom, we offer convenient aftercare services and reliable school transport options to support busy families. To further bolster academic success, our dedicated academic support centre provides enriching programmes like Mathletics, enhancing our core curriculum and ensuring no child is left behind.

Our Innovative Approach to Learning

At Waterstone College, we are committed to fostering a love for learning that extends far beyond textbooks. Our unique approach to the national CAPS curriculum is rooted in project-based learning and self-discovery. This dynamic methodology empowers our primary school learners to:

• Explore learning material through engaging research projects, hands-on experiments, and creative assignments.
• Develop critical thinking and problem-solving skills by making connections between concepts and real-world applications.
• Use their intellectual abilities to truly internalise and make the material meaningful to them.

While we embrace this innovative approach, regular assessments and tests are integrated to monitor progress and ensure a strong academic foundation.

Building Strong Foundations: The Foundation Phase (Grade R - Grade 3)

Our Foundation Phase is meticulously designed to provide a smooth transition into formal schooling, ensuring a solid bedrock for all future learning. Here, learners develop essential skills in:

• Language: Mastering the art of reading, spelling, comprehension, speaking, and listening to build confident communicators.
• Mathematics: Developing a strong numerical sense, understanding concepts of counting, addition, subtraction, and multiplication through engaging activities.
• Life Skills: Nurturing physical development through active play, fostering real-life experiences, encouraging creative expression, and honing crucial problem-solving abilities.

Expanding Horizons: The Intermediate Phase (Grade 4 - Grade 7)

As learners progress into the Intermediate Phase, the curriculum evolves to introduce more abstract concepts. Our continued emphasis on project-based learning becomes even more vital, enabling students to delve deeper into subjects through:

• Extensive research.
• Challenging assignments.
• Intriguing experiments that bring complex ideas to life.

This approach cultivates independent learners who are adept at inquiry and critical analysis.

Curriculum Highlights & Specialised Learning

Our core medium of instruction is English, complemented by a choice of Afrikaans and isiZulu as additional language options, fostering multilingualism and cultural understanding. Furthermore, we are proud to offer Robotics as a compulsory subject throughout primary school, equipping our learners with essential future-ready skills in technology, coding, and logical thinking.

Beyond Academics: A Holistic Learning Experience

At Waterstone College Primary School, we believe in nurturing the whole child. Our comprehensive educational philosophy perfectly balances academic rigour with a rich array of sports and cultural activities. Participation in these co-curricular programmes is vital for:

• Promoting team-awareness and collaboration.
• Building self-confidence and leadership qualities.
• Fostering creativity and discovering hidden talents.

As a leading primary school in Kibler Park, our diverse range of activities is carefully tailored to ignite the interests of our learners. Activities such as chess and choir not only provide enjoyment but also offer a significant boost to academic development, helping children articulate their ideas with confidence and make their voices heard.

Our learners further benefit from a dedicated School of Performing Arts, an exceptional facility designed to support and develop inherent skills and talents in music, dance, and drama. This unique offering provides a platform for students to explore their artistic potential and shine brightly in their chosen cultural pursuits.

Nurturing Aftercare Service

Provide your child with a safe, stimulating, and supportive environment beyond the school day. Our comprehensive aftercare service, available for learners from Grade R to Grade 7, offers parents invaluable peace of mind. Children are cared for in secure, comfortable classrooms and enjoy supervised playtime in our safe playgrounds.

• Includes a freshly prepared, nutritious meal for lunch.
• An energising afternoon snack to keep spirits high.
• Limited homework support to ease evening routines.
• Flexible term-by-term sign-up, conveniently including regular school holidays.
• Welcome day visitors: Family and friends can arrange for their children to join our aftercare for the day.

Please refer to our fees letter for additional cost details.

Convenient School Transport Service

Ensure your child's journey to and from school is safe, reliable, and comfortable with our dedicated transport service. Available for one-way or return trips, our professional drivers operate along carefully planned routes, offering convenience for families in various areas.

• Brackendowns
• Eye of Africa (Note: An additional cost applies only for afternoon drop-offs on this route)
• Glenvista
• Henley / Meyerton
• Lenasia
• Meyersdal
• Vereeniging

Additional costs apply as detailed in our fees letter.

A Future-Focused Learning Environment: The Curro Select Advantage

As a distinguished Curro Select school, we are committed to providing an inspiring and forward-thinking educational environment. Our contemporary campus is meticulously designed to foster innovation and prepare children for success in an ever-evolving world. We equip learners with essential 21st-century skills through a unique blend of small class sizes and cutting-edge facilities.

Our classrooms and specialised laboratories, including our dedicated Robotics centre, are outfitted with the very latest technology and innovative learning tools, ensuring an immersive and engaging educational experience.

State-of-the-Art Specialised Teaching Facilities

We believe in providing every opportunity for our learners to explore their passions and excel. Our purpose-built facilities are designed to support a rich and diverse curriculum:

• Auditorium and Amphitheatre: Inspiring spaces for performances, presentations, and assemblies.
• Science Laboratories: Fully equipped labs for hands-on experimentation and discovery.
• Technology and Computer Centres: Modern hubs for digital literacy, coding, and technological innovation.
• Therapy Rooms: Dedicated spaces for individualised support and well-being.
• Fully Equipped Cafeteria: A vibrant, comfortable space for nutritious meals and social interaction.

Comprehensive Academic Support Centre

At Waterstone College, we are deeply committed to the holistic success of every child. Our Academic Support Centre provides personalised, expert intervention for learners requiring additional assistance across academic, behavioural, or emotional aspects. We pride ourselves on tailor-made programmes focused on early identification and intervention, ensuring every child can thrive.

Our dedicated centre offers:

• An on-site team of multi-disciplinary therapists and psychologists providing expert care.
• Crucial career guidance and subject choice assessments for Grade 9 learners, shaping future pathways.
• Thorough school-readiness assessments for learners in Group 5 and Grade R, ensuring a smooth transition.
• Specialised classes focused on improving study methods and test-taking skills for enhanced academic performance.
• Proactive early identification of academic, behavioural, or emotional challenges.
• Valuable parental guidance and support, fostering a collaborative approach to child development.

World-Class Sports and Cultural Facilities

Beyond academics, we champion holistic development through a vibrant array of sports and cultural activities, hosted on truly international-standard courts and fields. A testament to our exceptional facilities, our soccer field was even chosen by the national Mexican team for practice during the 2010 FIFA World Cup!

Our impressive activity facilities include:

• School of Arts: Several carefully-designed studios fostering creativity in various disciplines.
• Music Lab: A dedicated space for musical exploration and development.
• Media and Art Centres: Hubs for visual arts, digital media, and creative expression.
• Dance Studio: A professional space for movement and artistic performance.
• High-Performance Centre and Fully Equipped Gymnasium: Supporting athletic excellence and physical well-being.
• Expansive Sports Fields and Indoor Swimming Pools: Catering to a wide range of athletic pursuits.
• Hockey AstroTurf and Tennis/Netball Courts: Premier surfaces for competitive team and individual sports.

Our Journey of Excellence: The Waterstone College Story

Established in 2007 with a modest 120 learners and 10 dedicated staff members, Waterstone College quickly blossomed into one of the fastest-growing schools in the province. Within just seven short years, our commitment to excellence led us to join the prestigious Curro group as a Curro Select school. By 2015, our vibrant community had expanded to over 1,300 learners and 120 staff members, with our preschool opening its doors just one year later. Our journey of growth and success continues, driven by our unwavering dedication to quality education.

A Foundation of Values and Natural Beauty

Our contemporary buildings and spectacular facilities are not only architecturally striking but are also thoughtfully designed to harmonise with and preserve the natural beauty of our school’s surroundings. At our core, Waterstone College is built upon a solid foundation of Christian values, instilling strong ethics and morals in our learners. We firmly believe that this unique blend – stunning environment, foundational values, small class sizes, and specialised subjects like Robotics – creates an exceptional school where children genuinely love to learn, grow, and develop the crucial 21st-century skills they need to thrive.

Waterstone College Primary School: Building Foundations for Future Success

Located in the serene Kibler Park, Johannesburg, Waterstone College Primary School offers a high-quality, enriching education for learners from Grade R to Grade 7. Our dedicated teachers, combined with intentionally small class sizes and an enhanced curriculum, are committed to empowering every child with vital 21st-century skills. We provide a holistic learning experience, complemented by convenient school transport and exciting specialised subjects such as Robotics, setting a strong foundation for a bright future.