By BAKANG MOKOTO
16 September 2024- The North West MEC for Education, Viola Motsumi said she would like to thank all parents and legal guardians who have already applied for early learner registration for the 2025 academic year. Motsumi said early registration is crucial in reducing the burden on schools in January and ensuring that the placement process is smooth and timely.
“The department urges parents and guardians who have not yet applied to do so before the final registration deadline on 30 September 2024, to avoid disruptions to your teaching and learning. The department will begin the placement process for all learners on the waiting list following the registration deadline.
“The learner placement plans are in place and urges schools to talk to parents for application outcomes. I take time then to thank parents who have heeded the call to apply in the past months and urge parents to do so before the end of September,” she said.
Motsumi further said schools are also required to communicate the outcomes of applications to parents and guardians promptly, ensuring that learners are placed in schools registered with the North West Department of Education. She added that it is important to register learners with accredited schools within their local communities.
“We encourage all parents and guardians to register their children with our public ordinary schools within their radius. This helps parents to avoid falling victim to bogus institutions. Early registration helps us plan more effectively and ensures that no child is left behind.
“The department remains committed to ensuring that all learners have access to quality education in properly accredited institutions,” said Motsumi.
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