The KwaZulu-Natal Department of Education’s announcement of 500 new Grade R teacher appointments, set to begin on April 1, 2026, has drawn a mixed reaction from teacher unions, which broadly welcomed ...
The Department of Basic Education has introduced a new minimum qualification requirement for Grade R teachers under the BELA Act The move has raised fears that thousands of experienced practitioners ...
Among issues under the spotlight heading into the 2026 school year is the implementation of a compulsory Grade R year in the foundation phase, in line with the Basic Education Laws Amendment (Bela) ...