Crawford International Pretoria

👋 Big shout-out to our 4 Grade 12 Economics students who represented us at the South African Reserve Bank Economics Workshop! 🚀 They dived into monetary policy, data analysis, and public speaking - all to craft a Monetary Policy Statement. Huge thanks to SARB economists for hosting and mentoring! 🤝 They are now crunching real-life data to decide on a repo rate change. Best of luck with the 1000-word essay entry!

🏅☀️ Inter-Crawford Summer Sports Festival ☀️🏅
Our tennis and swimming teams proudly represented Crawford International Pretoria at the annual Inter-Crawford Sport Summer Festival this past Friday and Saturday. Throughout the festival, our students demonstrated outstanding sportsmanship, determination and team spirit. Whether competing in the pool or on the tennis courts, every participant gave their very best and represented our school with pride and enthusiasm. Events like these are a wonderful celebration of sport, teamwork and the Crawford spirit, bringing together students from across our campuses to challenge themselves, support one another and grow through healthy competition. We are incredibly proud of each student who participated and thank our coaches and staff for their support and encouragement throughout the festival. Well done to all involved! 🎉

College Sports Day was epic! 🏆 Johnson, Taylor, and Adams houses brought the HEAT! 🔥 Soccer, netball, and basketball went down... who do you think took the Spirit crown? 🏅 💪

🌄✨ Grade 7 Bonding Tour Adventure – Drakensberg ✨🌄
Our Grade 7 Students recently enjoyed an unforgettable Bonding Tour to the beautiful Drakensberg, filled with adventure, laughter and meaningful moments together. From soaring through the air on an exciting zipline, to taking in the breathtaking scenery during a mountain hike, students embraced every opportunity to challenge themselves and enjoy the outdoors. One of the sweet highlights of the trip was a visit to an amazing chocolate factory, where students discovered the magic behind making delicious treats. 🍫 Beyond the exciting activities, the tour provided valuable time for students to strengthen friendships, build teamwork and create memories that will last a lifetime. Experiences like these play an important role in developing confidence, resilience and a strong sense of community. A heartfelt thank you to the staff who accompanied the students and made this wonderful experience possible. What a fantastic adventure! 🌟

The Grade 5 students have been stepping back in time as they explore the fascinating world of Ancient Egypt! 🏺Through hands-on learning and creative exploration, our students have been building pyramids, designing their own sarcophagi and researching interesting facts about this remarkable civilisation. From pharaohs and hieroglyphics to the mysteries of the pyramids, the classroom has been filled with curiosity, creativity and discovery. Well done to our Grade 5 students for their enthusiasm and fantastic work as they bring history to life! ✨📚

🌟🎭 Lunch Hour Concert Celebration 🎶💃
What a spectacular celebration of talent at our recent Lunch Hour Concert! Hosted by our dynamic Performing Arts Department, the event transformed an ordinary school day into an inspiring showcase of creativity and confidence. Our students took to the stage with enthusiasm and poise, presenting a vibrant programme of drama, music and dance. From expressive theatrical performances to beautiful musical pieces and energetic dance routines, each item reflected dedication, teamwork and a true love for the arts. It was heartwarming to see our students supporting one another and sharing their talents so confidently with the audience. Moments like these remind us of the power of the performing arts, building courage, nurturing creativity and bringing our school community together in celebration. Well done to every student who performed, and sincere thanks to our Performing Arts Department for hosting such a memorable and uplifting event. 🎭✨

Our College students had the privilege of visiting PEN for an outreach experience that was both humbling and inspiring. Seeing them serve with kindness, enthusiasm, and care was a reminder of the positive impact young people can have in their community.
We are incredibly proud of the way they represented our school and embraced the opportunity to give back. Thank you to PEN for welcoming us and for the important work you do.

College Basketball 🏀
An awesome day of hoops at German School! Congrats to the Crawford u19 Boys on bringing home the trophy 🏆! And big ups to the girls, tough break against German School 💔. You guys made it to finals, that's something to be proud of 👏.

💛🌼 Yellow – Kindness Day 🌼💛 Our campus lit up in yellow as we celebrated Yellow – Kindness Day; a special day dedicated to promoting anti-bullying awareness and spreading kindness throughout our school community. Students and staff added a touch of yellow to their school uniforms, standing together in a powerful reminder that kindness matters. 💛 Whether through a smile, a helping hand, an encouraging word, or including someone who feels left out, every act of kindness makes a difference. Today reminded us that we each have the ability to create a safe, supportive environment where everyone feels seen, valued and respected. Let’s continue to choose kindness, not only today, but every day. 🌟

Our Grade 6 students recently visited the PEN Head Office and were inspired by the incredible work happening in our community 💛 Guided on a tour by Thusa Monatisa from PEN, students visited a homeless outreach project with mobile showers, where our donated hygiene items will make a real difference, and an after-school programme providing meals, homework support, and safe spaces for children in need. The experience opened eyes, sparked meaningful questions, and reminded us of the power of kindness, gratitude, and collective action as our students begin their PYPX journeys. ✨

🏐✨ Growth, Grit and Netball Team Spirit at the Saheti Tournament ✨🏐
The Saheti Tournament proved to be a powerful learning experience for our team. Entering the tournament as a mostly new group of players, our Students were challenged to quickly find cohesion, build trust, and support one another both on and off the court. Despite having limited time together as a team, our players competed confidently against well-established and experienced teams. Their determination, courage and willingness to step up to the challenge were truly inspiring. This tournament reminded us that we belong at this level and that our potential is far greater than we may have imagined. The experience strengthened our belief, resilience and understanding of what it truly means to be a team.
As we move forward, this valuable experience has laid a strong foundation for our netball preparation and growth for the rest of the year. We are excited to see how this team continues to develop and thrive! 💙

🔥🔬 Grade 6 Bunsen Burner Success! 🔬🔥
Our Grade 6 students eagerly put their curiosity into action as they experimented with the Bunsen burner, carefully timing how quickly water reached boiling point and putting their scientific skills to the test. 💧⏱️With focus and confidence, they then demonstrated their learning by safely lighting the Bunsen burner, earning their coveted Bunsen Burner Licence during a special Awards Ceremony. 🏅 What an exciting milestone! Each student showed remarkable effort, responsibility and enthusiasm, truly embodying the spirit of young scientists in action. 🌱🔎 Their passion for discovery is shining brightly, and this achievement marks just the beginning of an exciting scientific journey ahead. 🚀💡