Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What are the banking details of the school?
| Account Name: | Laerskool Meyerspark |
| Bank: | ABSA |
| Account Number: | 070550032 |
| Branch Number: | 632005 |
| Reference Number: | Please quote your school fee reference number of the learner when making any payments. |
How do I report my child’s absence from school?
Please let the class teacher know via sms or leave a message by phoning the front office.
What do I do if my child is prescribed medication?
Please send the doctors note to school. Teachers are NOT allowed to give learners any medication unless you have given them permission by completing a medical form at school.
What happens if my child has a medical/ dental appointment?
Please try to arrange medical appointments outside school time. If this is unavoidable we ask that you bring the appointment letter to the school office so it can be recorded on the register.
What should I do if I am worried about my child’s progress?
If you have any concerns about your child’s progress we ask that you arrange an appointment to talk to your child’s class teacher or subject teacher.
What do I do if I need to see a teacher?
Phone the office. Tell the secretary which teacher you would like to see and she will get back to you, with a date and time.
How does the School communicate with parents?
We communicate via Circulars given to the children, Facebook, Sms system and we have also added a very informative calendar to our website that will be populated with all major events.
NEW: We also communicate via the Whatsapp Homework Groups
When do you change from summer to winter clothes?
Depending on the weather – learners and parents will be informed in advance.
When are the school holidays for 2026?
| TERM | DURATION |
|---|---|
| 1 | (12) 14 January – 27 March |
| 2 | 8 April – 26 June |
| 3 | 21 July – 23 September |
| 4 | 6 October – (9) 11 December |
What are your school hours?
| Monday | 07:25 – 13:45 |
| Tuesday | 07:25 – 13:45 |
| Wednesday | 07:25 – 13:45 |
| Thursday | 07:25 – 13:45 |
| Friday | 07:25 – 13:15 |
What after school activities are available?
- Mini Socccer
- Mini-Hockey (Grade 1, 2 & 3)
- Cricket
- Cross Country (Grade 4 -7)
- Choir (Grade 3, 4 & 5)
- Dance (Grade 6 & 7)
- Art Club (Grade 1, 2 & 3)
- Netball Skills
- Remedial
Is there an aftercare at the school?
No there are three aftercare facilities not far from the school – Tuishuis, Pikkewouter en Dimpels en Duimpies. You can contact them for more information.