Welcome

INTRODUCTION:

Alma School’s founding dates back to 1963, when parents of disabled children formed a care group, giving one another a bit of free time to accomplish other things. It is now a departmental school, resorting under the Gauteng Department of Education providing special education for severe intellectually disabled children of all races. At present approximately 385 learners aged between five and eighteen attend the school. We are situated at 407 Eloff Street, Eloffsdal, Pretoria. Our registered address is 404 Franzina Street, Eloffsdal, Pretoria.

EXTRA- & CO-CURRICULAR ACTIVITIES

Alma School offers our learners exposure to a variety of both cultural and sports activities.

SUSTIANABLE PROJECTS

We have established the following sustainable projects as a result of our learners’ successful skills development: A tea garden was established from the potential seen in our disabled learners’ consumer studies. Our learners, under supervision, assist in the preparation of refreshments, taking of orders and serving of guests. They also clear the tables and assist with washing the dishes, tidying the area etc. The tea garden is open specific Fridays from 09:30 to 11:30, to confirm dates and to book please contact jeannes@almaschool.co.za Arts and Crafts made by our learners can be bought when visiting the school in the classes, contact Ilse Ilseb@almaschool.co.za Nursery in the Agricultural skills class. Our learners are taught and trained in specific skills to upkeep and maintain a nursery and all its facets. Alma School has managed to successfully grow and sell plants to commercial nurseries and the public, if you are interested in our plants contact Andries Skosana: AndriesS@almaschool.co.za. Venues Hire: The school hall, the picnic spot and the tea garden is available for renting for functions. These different areas serves as an excellent venue for wedding, parties, functions and photoshoots. You can contact Juanita du Preez for more information: juanitadp@almaschool.co.za
NOTE:  Alma School is a registered Non-Profit Organisation and with  Section 18A Tax Status (tax exemption applicable on  donations).   Our school relies greatly on donations and sponsorships to ensure our sustainability.  BANKING DETAILS: FNB - Cheque Menlyn Maine Branch code:  25245 Account No: 628 145 34 550 Ref:  Child details / Company or person details

Our Promotional Video

Important Dates ‘24

08 May - Buddy Buddy Day 21/22 August - Snr / Jnr Interhouse 29 August - Golf Day 6 September - Casual Day 12 - 14 November - School Concert 20 November - Orientation Day 24 November - AGM & Star Awards 29 November - School Leaver’s Function Tea Garden Dates - 2024 Bookings: Jeannes@almaschool.co.za 24 May 26 July 30 August 13 September 25 October 22 November

School Year ‘24

Term 1: 17 January to 20 March Term 2: 03 April to 14 June Term 3: 09 July to 20 September Term 4: 10 October to 11 December
Venue Hire Please note that we are fully booked for 2024.   New bookings for 2025 will commence in December 2024. 4 Different areas to choose from: School Hall Picnic Area Tea Garden Photo shoot in the school’s beautiful garden - Rates per hour

Welcome

INTRODUCTION:

Alma School’s founding dates back to 1963, when parents of disabled children formed a care group, giving one another a bit of free time to accomplish other things. It is now a departmental school, resorting under the Gauteng Department of Education providing special education for severe intellectually disabled children of all races. At present approximately 385 learners aged between five and eighteen attend the school. We are situated at 407 Eloff Street, Eloffsdal, Pretoria. Our registered address is 404 Franzina Street, Eloffsdal, Pretoria.

EXTRA- & CO-CURRICULAR

ACTIVITIES

Alma School offers our learners exposure to a variety of both cultural and sports activities.

SUSTIANABLE PROJECTS

We have established the following sustainable projects as a result of our learners’ successful skills development: A tea garden was established from the potential seen in our disabled learners’ consumer studies. Our learners, under supervision, assist in the preparation of refreshments, taking of orders and serving of guests. They also clear the tables and assist with washing the dishes, tidying the area etc. The tea garden is open specific Fridays from 09:30 to 11:30, to confirm dates and to book please contact jeannes@almaschool.co.za Arts and Crafts made by our learners can be bought when visiting the school in the classes, contact Ilse Ilseb@almaschool.co.za Nursery in the Agricultural skills class. Our learners are taught and trained in specific skills to upkeep and maintain a nursery and all its facets. Alma School has managed to successfully grow and sell plants to commercial nurseries and the public, if you are interested in our plants contact Andries Skosana: AndriesS@almaschool.co.za. Venues Hire: The school hall, the picnic spot and the tea garden is available for renting for functions. These different areas serves as an excellent venue for wedding, parties, functions and photoshoots. You can contact Juanita du Preez for more information: juanitadp@almaschool.co.za
NOTE:  Alma School is a registered Non-Profit Organisation and with  Section 18A Tax Status (tax exemption applicable on  donations).   Our school relies greatly on donations and sponsorships to ensure our sustainability.  BANKING DETAILS: FNB - Cheque Menlyn Maine Branch code:  25245 Account No: 628 145 34 550 Ref:  Child details / Company or person details

Our Promotional Video

Important Dates ‘24

08 May - Buddy Buddy Day 21/22 August - Snr / Jnr Interhouse 29 August - Golf Day 6 September - Casual Day 12 - 14 November - School Concert 20 November - Orientation Day 24 November - AGM & Star Awards 29 November - School Leaver’s Function Tea Garden Dates - 2024 Bookings: Jeannes@almaschool.co.za 24 May 26 July 30 August 13 September 25 October 22 November

School Year ‘24

Term 1: 17 January to 20 March Term 2: 03 April to 14 June Term 3: 09 July to 20 September Term 4: 10 October to 11 December