SmartStart @SmartStartSA

SmartStart is a national early learning delivery platform - taking quality early learning to tens of thousands of children across South Africa. smartstart.org.za South Africa Joined May 2015

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SmartStart @SmartStartSA

a year ago

Every child deserves a chance to succeed. That's why we're excited to be one of six organisations supported by Cartier Philanthropy(tag). With their support, we're working to level the playing field for all children. Find out how bit.ly/3LIA7SM

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SmartStart @SmartStartSA

4 years ago

In a new op-ed @SmartStartSA calls on @PresidencyZA to make key ECD pledges in #SONA2022. bit.ly/3B9Vs1p @CECD_online @DGMurrayTrust @NECDA7 @BridgeProjectSA @ELMAPhilanthro @ImaginableFut @elru_co_za @LEGOfoundation @WBG_Education @UNICEF_SA @Hollard @DBE_SA

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SmartStart @SmartStartSA

4 years ago

#RightHereRightNow #AskYourCllrs How are you going assist ECDs in informal settlements to access services? #MakeECDanElectionIssue #ECDreform

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SmartStart @SmartStartSA

4 years ago

#RightHereRightNow #AskYourCllrs What are you going to do to fast-track issuing of tittle deeds and applications for lease of council owned land? #MakeECDanElectionIssue #ECDreform

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SmartStart @SmartStartSA

4 years ago

#RightHereRightNow #AskYourCllrs How will you gather data about ECD in your ward? #MakeECDanElectionIssue #ECDreform

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SmartStart @SmartStartSA

4 years ago

#RightHereRightNow "No sites are allocated to ECD. All available sites are allocated to other businesses. Half of the children in our centres cannot afford to pay fees." ~Sana Mokoena (Ward 5) #MakeECDanElectionIssue #ECDreform

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SmartStart @SmartStartSA

4 years ago

#RightHereRightNow "I have been in the ECD sector for over 30 years and I still do not have a title deed." ~Nomsa Makoma (Ward 4 ) #MakeECDanElectionIssue #ECDreform

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SmartStart @SmartStartSA

4 years ago

#RightHereRightNow "...We are expected to submit Building Plans for RDP houses that we did not build. Councillors must assist to ensure that land is made available for ECD" ~Martha Skosana (Ward 3) #MakeECDanElectionIssue #ECDreform

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SmartStart @SmartStartSA

4 years ago

#RightHereRightNow "ECD should be in the budget and local projects should include ECD. We will vote for the party that will put ECD first" ~Pricilla Zwane (Ward 1) #MakeECDanElectionIssue #ECDreform

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SmartStart @SmartStartSA

4 years ago

"Parents are unemployed and therefore no income for ECD, but as ECD programmes we are expected to pay high fees to register and comply..." ~Pricilla Zwane (Ward 1) #MakeLocalGovtWork #PowerToSucceed #OrangeFarm

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SmartStart @SmartStartSA

4 years ago

#RightHereRightNow "... ward councillors must know the number of ECDs in their wards, their challenges, and advocate for ECD in their meetings and with City officials" ~Gladys - Sisonke ECD Forums Chair (Region G) Get Involved: bit.ly/3GekFtk #MakeLocalGovtWork

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SmartStart @SmartStartSA

4 years ago

#RightHereRightNow The ECD Forum in Orange Farm, GP has organised a local elections meeting with local election candidates to raise local ECD issues. They are expecting more than 100 participants to share their concerns and make their voices heard! #LGE21 #OrangeFarm #SmartStart

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Imaginable Futures @ImaginableFut

4 years ago

Supporting women & nurturing our littlest learners is crucial for families & communities. Since the pandemic's start, our partner @SmartStartSA has taken critical steps to support its 3400+ centers in South Africa & the many women who run them. Read more: bit.ly/3iUktFI

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Penreach @penreach

4 years ago

Meet our COO, Susanna Oosthuizen . She will be unpacking Penreach's breakthrough story in STEAM at the @NASCEE_SA Breakthrough Conference, which will be taking place from tomorrow. You can still register to attend the Conference using the link below: nascee.org.za/new.../nascee-…

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SmartStart @SmartStartSA

4 years ago

Hot off the press... Check out @EcdReform special campaign toolkit bit.ly/3aNiqPp for everyone involved in ECD with top tips on how to #MakeECDanElectionIssue including key talking points. @DGMurrayTrust @NECDA7 @CECD_online @BridgeProjectSA @elru_co_za @penreach

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SmartStart @SmartStartSA

4 years ago

Local elections are on 1st Nov and we need to move ECD up the agenda. Local govt has a crucial role to play in helping with ECD registration, venues and funding. You can help by signing @EcdReform open letter here cutt.ly/cRt3RyQ @CECD_online #MakeECDanElectionIssue