Our passion at Japari is to see remedial learners moving on and thriving in mainstream environments. What can be done to equip and prepare scholars with learning difficulties for this? Is there any hope for the average remedial learner in the South African system, to manage when introduced to a mainstream learning environment? South Africa’s … Read more
On the 3rd of August 2022, Japari held a chess tournament between their pupils, and they loved it. Every year, a chess tournament is held at Japari to improve young minds’ concentration, problem-solving skills, and creativity. Chess specifically helps remedial learners improve in academics and fundamental aspects of life. These are just some of the … Read more
Reading is a fundamental skill that children must master if they are to succeed in school and beyond. Sadly, some kids struggle with reading more than others. Reading difficulties can be caused by a wide range of factors, including genetic predisposition, sensory issues, or simple lack of practice. Whatever the cause may be, parents can … Read more
Music and arts are often overlooked in developing a pupil’s education. Core subjects like Math, English and Science are focused on in an increasingly technological world. We agree that these subjects are important, but music and arts are equally important in childhood development. Music filters down into every other academic subject. Music positively impacts a … Read more
In today’s world, it is more important than ever that children develop a love of learning. In fact, the ability to think critically, read, and solve problems is increasingly necessary for success in the job market. Unfortunately, in South Africa, most parents still encounter a one-size-fits-all approach to education, with few schools catering for students … Read more
Cogmed is a working-memory training software programme usually used together with therapy for ADHD, dyslexia and other learning difficulties. Working memory helps individuals remember instructions, solve problems, control impulses, and focus attention. Cogmed is designed to build up that active memory muscle in anyone who struggles to remember information or hold a task in mind. … Read more
In order to succeed, children need a supportive learning environment. The right school can make all the difference in their future success, and it’s important to know what features stand out as beneficial. Learning support is essential for all learners, regardless of their individual learning needs. Schools with strong learning support programs are more likely … Read more
Learning difficulties can manifest in many ways, but the result is the same: Children struggle to master the same concepts as their peers. For example, children with learning challenges might have trouble processing verbal or visual information, reading and writing, or engaging with numbers. Thankfully, there are schools available to help these children reach their … Read more
Many primary school students cannot wait for high school. The idea of being a teenager is something they eagerly anticipate. It is different for the struggling student, however. For these learners, High School often appears to be a place and experience where the worst fears will be realised: ongoing failure and struggle on an even … Read more
It is no secret that sport and physical education is necessary for pupils’ overall well-being. The benefits of physical education in schools are great for pupils’ physical health and academic performance. Physical education is more than just running around the field or kicking a ball. It teaches pupils essential life skills of discipline, teamwork, patience … Read more