ABOUT HERBIES

MAIN HALL; MARTIN EMMERICK

 

Our main hall is centrally situated and fully utilized every day for school and extra-mural activities.

 

LECTURE THEATRE

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This venue, adjacent to the main hall, is suitable for teaching large groups.

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SUPPORT SERVICES - PRACTISED FROM VARIOUS VENUES

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Support services include:

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Occupational Therapy – Mrs D. Pretorius;

Clinical Psychologist – Dr C. Brand  and                                 

Remedial – Mrs N. Brettenny; Mrs M. Robinson. Mrs C. Janse van Rensburg and Ms L. Mcgear.

  

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MUSIC DEPARTMENT

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We offer lessons in piano, wind and brass instruments.  We have a Junior Band and a Senior Band.

LIBRARY

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Our modern library offers a large range of appropriate reading material, research books and a photocopying facility.

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IPAD ROOM

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We have 700 iPads that are available for use in classrooms. Mrs F. van Eck manages these iPads and is responsible for Information Technology and iPad training.

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COMPUTER CENTRE

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A modern computer centre is equipped with 36 laptops, a digital projector and software that allows display on all workstations simultaneously.  We use a variety of Microsoft and Coding software. 

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ICT EQUIPMENT

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Each Foundation Phase  classroom is equipped with a digital projector and an interactive whiteboard. The  equipment is extensively used by teachers and pupils.

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TUCK SHOP; HERBIES HUT

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Our tuck shop is open at first break, second break and after school until 3:00pm. Our tuck shop sells hot foods, health foods and drinks and snacks. Parents are encouraged to educate their children with regard to healthy eating and purchasing from our tuck shop.

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THE HURDIAN

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The Hurdian is the Club House situated on the Birkholtz Fields a block away from the school. This venue lends itself to be used by groups and classes and  other activities.

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THE HERBERT HURD AFTERCARE FACILITY

 

The aftercare facility consists of 2 houses converted for aftercare. The premises are directly opposite the school main entrance. This facility is run independently from the school. Separate application is made to gain entry to the aftercare facility. Due to limited space, we include a list of other private aftercares that operate in close proximity to the school.

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AVAILABLE AFTERCARE FACILITIES IN THE AREA

 

Available aftercare facilities include: Awesome Kids;  Sarah's Aftercare;  Leap Frog and Jackie's Aftercare.