SPORT
GRADE 1 SPORT SKILLS
In Term 1 & 2 the Grade 1's have the opportunity to be exposed to each sport offered here at The Ridge. In term 3 they get to choose the sport that they enjoy the most. Dedicated external coaches, help us use this time to focus on the skills needed for each sport code.
CRICKET
Cricket is offered during the summer sport season. We have mini cricket for U8 - U9 and Cricket for U10 - U13. Professional coaches and teachers assist with practice and matches.
TENNIS
Tennis is offered during the Summer sport season. We offer mini-tennis for U7 - U9 and tennis development for U10 - U13. Our selected team players receive professional coaching from Atlantic Tennis Academy.
ATHLETICS
Athletics is an inclusive sport at our school. All pupils are encouraged to participate. Should a pupil excel, he/she is given opportunity of competing at regional and district level.
CROSS COUNTRY
Cross Country is an exciting outdoor sport for U8 - U13 children.
SOFTBALL
Softball is a summer sport offered to all girls from grades two to seven. This game gives our learners the opportunity of learning good ball skills and competing against other schools.
SOCCER
Soccer is a winter sport.
We have soccer teams ranging from U9 - U13.
HOCKEY
Girls’ and boys’ hockey is offered from U8- U13. Hockey is a competitive sport with matches played each week. We are proud to have our own Astro for our learner to play on.
NETBALL
Netball is a competitive sport offered to girls from Grades 2 – 7. We are fortunate enough to have up to 6 courts on our premises. Should a pupil excel, he or she is given opportunity of competing at regional and district level. Some of our athletes have progressed as far as provincial level.
RUGBY
Rugby has grown in popularity. U8-U13 teams have practice after school, and participate in matches during the week as well as sports days offered at various schools. Our teams benefit greatly from our professional coaches as well as teachers.
SHIFT NETBALL
Shift Netball offer private netball coaching right here at Blouberg Ridge. Parents may enrol their children at an extra cost.
SHIFT RUGBY
Shift Rugby offer private rugby coaching right here at Blouberg Ridge. Parents may enrol their chidren at an extra cost.
CULTURE
MARIMBA
Learners experience the joy of teamwork by being part of the Marimba Band. Learners from Grade 3 -7 may audition. Performances include school events, community events and Eisteddfods.
ART CLUB
Art Club is offered by invitation to learners who display exceptional talent for art. During these lessons, learners will receive individual attention to develop their natural talents and introduce them to new skills and art forms.
CHESS
Children from Grade 4 - 7 have an opportunity to play chess both socially and competitively. We have a reputation for having one of the top chess teams in our area.
CHOIR
We offer both Junior ( Grade 2 & 3 ) and Senior ( Grade 4-7) choir. Our choirs perform at various festivals, school functions, pop - up shows, community events as well as Eisteddfods throughout the year.
CHEER SQUAD
Girls from Grade 4 - 7 may join the cheer squad. Practices take place after school. The cheer squad have opportunity to perform at sports events that the school hosts.
DRAMA
Grade 4 – 7 drama is perfect for the introvert and the extrovert. It gives pupils the opportunity to build confidence, explorer poetry and plays, improve their dictation as well as their ability to project their voices in a fun-filled atmosphere. Pupils participate in eisteddfods and plays.
LIBRARY
The library is open after school on designated days for children to exchange their library books. Our Birthday Book Sponsorship system ensures that new books are added to the library on a continual basis.
TEXTILE CLUB
Pupils from the Intermediate Senior Phase, with a creative flair, will thoroughly enjoy the textiles club. Creations are made with various sewing elements. The club meets twice a week after school. We like to gift our items to our community.
MUSIC
The school offers private music lessons (Piano, vocals and recorder) to learners throughout the year at an additional cost to the parent. Learners may choose individual, paired or group lessons. Learners perform at school functions, pop up events and Eisteddfods.
DRUM KIT
Drumming lessons are offered as a private extra-mural throughtout the year at an additional cost to the parent. Children learn to play the drums and have opportinity to showcase their talent at our Cultural Evening each year.
ROBOTICS
Robokids offer private Robotics as an extra-mural for Grade 1 - 7. Lessons take place after school at an additional cost to the parent. Chidlren enjoy taking part in competitions where they can show off their newly acquired skills.