📘 Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Nkhwazi Primary School serves learners from Reception to Grade 7.
The school is structured into three sections:
- Lower School: Reception to Grade 3 (ages 5–8)
- Middle School: Grades 3–4 (ages 8–10)
- Upper School: Grades 5–7 (ages 11–13)
The school runs on a three-term academic year, with breaks in April, August, and December. Key calendar highlights such as sports days, school trips, and examination periods are published termly on the school website.
The current school term calendar is available on the School Calendar page. You can also find updates in school circulars and newsletters.
Yes, Nkhwazi offers a wide range of ECAs, which begin early in the term. These may include sports, arts, music, scouting, and other clubs that promote all-round development.
Nkhwazi Primary School follows a graded disciplinary policy. Offences are grouped from minor to major, with clear steps taken for each repeat offence, including counselling, written warnings, and meetings with parents.
Yes, every year group has scheduled trips—these range from day excursions to longer residential trips.
Parents are encouraged to inform the school via a written note or phone call. Medical absences may require a doctor’s note for extended periods.
Nkhwazi Primary School has a strict uniform policy. Details on acceptable uniform and grooming standards are outlined in the School Handbook and must be adhered to at all times.
Communication can be made through:
- Email or a phone call to the school office
- Parent-teacher meetings, which are scheduled termly or by request.
Yes, lost items are stored at a central location, details with the school office. We encourage parents to label all clothing and personal items with the child’s name to help ensure they’re returned.
Open Day is usually held at the end of Term 2. It’s an opportunity for parents to view students’ work and speak to teachers.