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Founding Partners
Cyril Ramaphosa Foundation logo with text '20 Years' and 'Fostering an inclusive and empowered society'

Cyril Ramaphosa Foundation

Cyril Ramaphosa Foundation (the Foundation), through its partner entities in small business development, youth development and education, aims to foster an empowered and inclusive society. Adopt-a- School Foundation, a partner entity of the Foundation, was the co-implementing partner for the development and implementation of the DWSD programme.

KST

Kagiso Trust

Kagiso Trust (KT) is a leading development agency working towards a prosperous, peaceful, equitable and just society. The Beyers Naude Schools Development Programme, a programme of KT, was the co-implementing partner for the development and implementation of the District Whole School Development programme.

Our Values

Integrity

In success or in failure, we commit to honest accountability in all we do.

Accountability

In owning our commitments, we demonstrate trusted responsibility.

Holistic view

In knowing that the whole is greater than the sum of the parts.

Long-term thinking

In having a holistic and sustainable view of what we do.

Partnership

In having a shared vision and collaborating with public and private institutions to make education an empowering experience.

Objectives

KST aims to collaborate with public and private institutions to make education an empowering experience that equips learners with the skills and knowledge to thrive and contribute to the development of our society.

Our Vision

An effective and functional school with creative spaces for children to experience the joy of learning and fulfil their educational potential.

Mission

Partnering for impact in education through a Whole School Development Model that transforms schools to reach levels of optimal functionality.

10 YEARS OF TRANSFORMATIVE IMPACT

Over the past ten years, KST has steadfastly driven institutional and systemic change through its innovative District Whole School Development (DWSD) model. This approach, which integrates support for infrastructure, curriculum, leadership, and social welfare, has proven to be a powerful catalyst for educational improvement.

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Theory of Change

If the educator receives the relevant training, support and learning materials and the school environment is improved through better infrastructure and improved safety methods, and leadership within the school and district offices are strengthened, the quality of learner results will inevitably improve.

Sustainability roadmap

From the outset, KST has prioritised embedding sustainability mechanisms and processes within its District Whole School Development model, recognising the programme’s defined lifespan. Sustainability strategies are integrated into every element of the model to ensure long-lasting benefits and impact even after the programme concludes. A critical aspect of this approach is empowering systems leaders and establishing systemic frameworks and practices across schools and district offices. This ensures leadership capacity is strengthened and sustained within the education system.

STRATEGY 1

CAPACITATE AND EMPOWER

STRATEGY 2

Ensure strong mechanisms and systems are in place.

STRATEGY 3

Develop empowerment and transformation toolkits enabling schools to institutionalise the retreat practice

STRATEGY 4

Invest in the integration of ICT into the school curriculum, administration and learning culture

STRATEGY 5

Ensure sustainability through key partnerships and collaboration



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