Refurbishment of kitchen, dining hall & sickbay
Date Launched
12 March 2024
Location
Ruyterwacht,
Western Cape
No of children
610 learners
Year started
1939
On Tuesday, 12 March 2024, De Waveren Primary School in Ruyterwacht celebrated a significant milestone launching the newly refurbished facilities, provided by Sun GrandWest. Established in 1939, the school serves Grade 4 to 7 learners, boasting a total enrolment of 610 children. Particularly noteworthy is the school’s provision of a daily feeding programme, benefiting 150 children from struggling households.
Realising the pressing requirement for infrastructure upgrades, Principal Eduard Hattingh sought assistance from Sun GrandWest. The team engaged Breadline Africa, resulting in the renovation of the school’s kitchen, dining area, and sickbay. This partnership has revitalised these spaces into safe, hygienic environments where children can enjoy wholesome meals.
Mervyn Naidoo, General Manager of Sun GrandWest, emphasised the significance of backing schools like De Waveren Primary, where staff exhibit remarkable motivation and passion.
He praised the collaborative in identifying worthy schools and pledged ongoing support for community development.
Johan Nel of Breadline Africa, thanked Sun GrandWest and commended their dedication to community betterment and praised the school’s kitchen staff for their commitment to providing nutritious meals. He also acknowledged the invaluable support of the Peninsula School Feeding Association in maintaining the school’s feeding programme.
The launch event culminated with a spirited celebration, featuring Grade 7 learners showcasing the school’s values through recitations and vibrant dance performances, symbolising hope, unity, and progress.
