Education

A homecoming of heart, purpose, and commitment

Returning to the Spirit Education Foundation (SEF) Annual Scholar and Alumni Camp felt like coming home for many alums – an experience…
Continue Reading

Growth, Gratitude, and Giving Back are key values for Tahir Samie

Mohamed Tahir Samie views education as more than just showing up and attending school. To Samie, it is about seizing opportunities, overcoming…
Continue Reading

‘If it weren’t for Spirit Foundation, I wouldn’t have studied’ – Maps Sinandile

Spirit Education Foundation alumni, Maps Sinandile, believe the impact that SEF has had on their journey goes beyond financial support -  it…
Continue Reading

Spirit Foundation Full Circle – Education

Reflecting on the year, we are proud of our scholars’ resilience, determination, and commitment to personal growth. We are excited to see…
Continue Reading

Spirit Foundation Full Circle – March 2025

JOIN US IN MAKING A DIFFERENCE From education to community and conservation, the Spirit Foundation is driving real change. Read on to…
Continue Reading

Spirit Foundation education programme

Academic testing is the first phase of potential scholars' journeys with us at the Spirit Foundation - an important step in the…
Continue Reading

Education is the key that unlocks dreams – make your tax-deductible donation today

Education is the key that unlocks dreams. Meet Anita and Dianne, Grade 12 students whose lives have been transformed through the Spirit…
Continue Reading

Congratulations to the Spirit Foundation Class of 2024!

We are thrilled to celebrate an outstanding achievement: a 100% Matric pass rate, with every scholar earning a Bachelor’s pass! This remarkable…
Continue Reading

Spirit Foundation Education Scholar Graduation

Spirit Foundation High School Scholarship Programme celebrated the Grade 12s journey and their graduation from the Programme into our Spirit Alumni Circle.…
Continue Reading

Spirit Foundation Early Childhood Development Campuses

The Spirit Foundation Early Childhood Development (ECD) campuses have been revitalised with vibrant new colours that reflect the Spirit Foundation's dynamic vision!…
Continue Reading

Inspiring Leadership

As the visionary founder of the Spirit Foundation, Ian Kilbride embodies the qualities of transformational leadership. Through his unwavering commitment to education,…
Continue Reading

Feet4Fees Youth Day Fun Run

The annual Feet4Fees Youth Day Fun Run, held on June 16, 2024 at Groot Constantia Wine Estate, was once again a resounding…
Continue Reading

Honour Fallen Friends

Theresa Parsraman, a Fish Hoek-based accountant, will participate in the 97th edition of the iconic 86 km Comrades Marathon on June 9th.…
Continue Reading

Katlego Nkgudi’s Rise

Let's dive into a tale that embodies the transformative power of education and mentorship! Meet Katlego Nkgudi, whose journey from Philippi to…
Continue Reading

Unveiling Pearls of Wisdom

As we commemorate the remarkable 30th anniversary of the Spirit Education Foundation, we are thrilled to unveil a treasure trove of wisdom…
Continue Reading

Spirit Foundation turns 30

“Oh, what a night!” - The Spirit Foundation celebrates thirty years of making a difference in South Africa, culminating in a lively…
Continue Reading

Testimonial

“Our close and long-standing partnership with The Spirit Foundation strongly supports this vision of fostering inclusivity, humility, generosity and respect by helping…
Continue Reading

Alumni News

“Reflecting on my journey as a Spirit Scholar, which started 15 years ago in Grade 11, I'm struck by the profound impact…
Continue Reading

Learn 2 Swim

Swimming is often a life skill that is taken for granted. A skill that should be taught and developed to ensure water…
Continue Reading

No Child Left Behind

We are excited to be resuming our Saturday school this year. We are also partnering with other organisations that share the same…
Continue Reading

Special Announcement

As we head towards concluding 2023, the Spirit Foundation is proud of its continued delivery of real impact in education, community, and…
Continue Reading

It Isn’t Goodbye!

It’s not goodbye, but rather WELCOME to the latest Alumni of Spirit Education Foundation. Exams are done and celebrating the completion of…
Continue Reading

Registration Day!

The Annual Spirit Education Foundation Registration Day and Award Ceremony was held on the 2 December 2023 at Wynberg Girls High School.…
Continue Reading

Scholarship Applications Close on THURSDAY!

Spirit Education Foundation scholarship applications for Grade 8 in 2025 are OPEN! Current Grade 6's who meet our criteria are eligible to…
Continue Reading

Grade Eight Class of 2024!

Our Grade eight class of 2024 was welcomed into the Spirit Education Foundation at a lovely parent and scholar orientation morning. Scholars…
Continue Reading

Spirit Education Foundation Congratulates Scholars

SEF is privileged to partner with schools in the Western Cape. In attendance of the past weeks’ valedictory ceremonies, award ceremonies and…
Continue Reading

Happy Diwali!

On this celebration of Diwali, we share a beautiful greeting used at this special time of the year, “Let each diya lamp…
Continue Reading

Good Luck Grade 12 Learners!

To the class of 2023, Good luck to the Spirit Education Foundation class of 2023. The final Grade 12 examinations are upon…
Continue Reading

Full Circle

For this edition of Full Circle, we celebrate the growth of SEF. As previously shared, SEF was our first venture into philanthropic…
Continue Reading

Teachers Day

"My teacher is my everything. On good days she's my mentor, on bad days she's my mom, on days when I've made…
Continue Reading

Spirit Foundation Scholarship

Spirit Education Foundation scholarship applications for Grade 8 in 2025 are now OPEN! Current Grade 6's who meet our criteria are eligible…
Continue Reading

Scholarship Applications are OPEN

Spirit Education Foundation scholarship applications for Grade 8 in 2025 are now OPEN! The documents required for a completed application are Learner…
Continue Reading

Term three highlights

Term three highlights to look forward to from The Spirit Education Foundation (SEF): From Grade 9 -12 the emphasis for mentorship at…
Continue Reading

Mandela Day

The Spirit Education Foundation honours Madiba today by visiting and doing story time with the grade six learners The team went to…
Continue Reading

Youth Camp 2023

In what has grown to be an annual highlight for the Spirit Education Foundation, on Saturday 24 June, 130 SEF scholars embarked…
Continue Reading

Winter Youth Camp is here again!

It’s Happening! 140 scholars, eight SEF alumni and a dedicated team of facilitators all on route to beautiful Tulbagh for our annual…
Continue Reading

Feet 4 Fees

The huffs and puffs from runners, walkers and hikers alike could be heard all over historic Groot Constantia on Youth Day Friday…
Continue Reading

Feet4Fees Fundraiser Trail Run

Routes are out for our Feet4Fees Trail Fun Run! Learn them well, It is a route specially designed to make you climb,…
Continue Reading

Spirit Education Foundation Hike

The Spirit Education Foundation values community, relationships and families. This is a testimonial from a parent who has gone through the scholarship…
Continue Reading

Accessibility to Technology

The accessibility to technology is often the preserve of those that are able to afford this necessity in today’s education arena. So,…
Continue Reading

Last Day of School Holidays

The last day of the school holiday was spent meandering the Company Gardens in Cape Town, feeding squirrels, chasing away birds and…
Continue Reading

Family, Community and Connection

Spirit Education Foundation has the opportunity to engage with different stakeholders, community members, other NPOs and corporate businesses. The network of people…
Continue Reading

Two Oceans Marathon

The countdown has begun! Saskia Wiese and Courtney Kalis, along with thousands of other runners, will be taking on the challenging iconic…
Continue Reading

“O” for Opportunity

The ‘O’ in our voice theme stands for opportunity. Our scholars are enrolled at institutions that offer holistic opportunities and access to…
Continue Reading

Horwood Picnic 2023

The annual Horwood donor picnic took place on 25 February. This is a lovely opportunity for our scholars to meet their donors…
Continue Reading

The School Readiness Program

Spirit Education Foundation visited all 140 scholars at various schools to ensure they were well-equipped to start their high school year. The…
Continue Reading

Values of the SEF

In January we introduced the theme for the year VOICE. The V in the voice theme for 2023 stands for Values. Our…
Continue Reading

Two Oceans Marathon

The Spirit Education Foundation has put together a running team for The 2 Oceans Ultra Marathon and the Half Marathon in April.…
Continue Reading

Back to School

The Spirit Education Foundation welcomes 140 scholars at 12 partnership High Schools in the Western Cape in 2023. 25 Grade 8s will…
Continue Reading

Find Your Voice

Spirit Education Foundation selects a theme each year that coincides with the implementation of their Mentorship program The 2023 theme is VOICE,…
Continue Reading

SEF Registration Day

The Spirit Education Foundation (https://spiritf.org/education-foundation/) recently celebrated its new scholars’ day. Held at Wynberg Girls High School, 42 new SEF scholars joined…
Continue Reading

SEF Registration Day 2022

This past weekend we welcomed 43 new scholars into the Spirit Education Foundation (28 new Grade 8’s). We are so proud of…
Continue Reading

Meet the Spirit Education Foundation Team

Dr. Armand Bam – Managing Director of The Spirit Foundation Dr Armand Bam completed his secondary schooling at Plumstead High School and…
Continue Reading

Spirit Education Foundation and Oxbridge

This week I was the guest of the Appleton Chairman, Tim Hughes, at a reception hosted by the UK High Commissioner, Antony…
Continue Reading

Munnik Daughters Concour Half Iron Man

They’ve done it! In memory of Lynne Munnik, the amazing Munnik daughters took on the Isuzu Half Iron Man challenge and completed…
Continue Reading

Giving Tuesday

Getting into the giving Spirit. 29 November 2022 Save the Date Giving Tuesday is a global movement whereby organizations, individuals and communities…
Continue Reading

Fitness is Key

Physical fitness and participation in recreational activities at school is important for teens. It helps with reducing stress, improves skin condition, helps…
Continue Reading

Munnik sisters raise funds

    The unique legacy of our late beloved Lynne Munnik is being carried forward by her daughters, Julia Munnik and Alexandra…
Continue Reading

Employment trends for Youth

According to the International Labour Organisation, youth (15-24) make up nearly half of the world’s unemployed. The impact of COVID-19 pandemic has…
Continue Reading

The Full Circle

The Full Circle It is unusual to be in a position to make a meaningful difference to the lives of scholars, communities…
Continue Reading

Teacher Appreciation Day

Spirit Education Foundation Salutes Our Teachers On Teacher Appreciation Day. Inspiring and uplifting our youth can create a long-lasting positive impact on…
Continue Reading

Our Alumni

What is success? How is it measured? When is it fully attained? Often, we measure success based on financial wealth, a good…
Continue Reading

I am Women

I am women  The survivor, the one who opposed all pressure and will overcome oppression, challenges and danger  I am women I…
Continue Reading

Youth Camp 2022

The Spirit Education Foundation concluded Youth Month this past weekend on the ultimate high as we took 120 high school scholars from…
Continue Reading

Vuma #Feet4Fees

16 June 2021 On Youth Day, Wednesday 16 June, members of the Spirit Education Foundation team, Saskia Wiese and Paula Wallace-Pickering took…
Continue Reading

Principal’s Message

Welcome to the Everton Free School website. I am delighted and honoured to have been appointed as the new Principal during such…
Continue Reading

Feet 4 Fees Youth Day

Get up, lace up and show up for our youth on Youth Day 2022! Enter the Spirit Education Foundation Feet4Fees Youth Day…
Continue Reading

Our Rich Heritage

on 24th September, South Africans had the opportunity of celebrating our country’s unique diversity and heritage. Heritage Day is an occasion that…
Continue Reading

A Voice for Children

28 June 2021 Grade 9 Spirit Education Foundation scholar, Brandi Ryland, serves as a Western Cape Child Government Monitor for the Commissioner…
Continue Reading

Scholar Orientation Picnic

27 November 2020 The Spirit Education Foundation is delighted to award high school scholarships to 15 bright and worthy young scholars entering…
Continue Reading

Registration Day

The annual registration day was a highlight to the year. We were fortunate to host this year’s event as it was sorely…
Continue Reading

Back to School

The academic year 2022 for Western Cape schools started on Wednesday 17 January, 25 nervously excited Grade 8's officially began their high…
Continue Reading

Matric Celebration

The Matric class of 2021 have endured, thrived, and excelled in overcoming some tough educational challenges. With multiple uncertainties in the past…
Continue Reading

Rights and Responsibilities

Spirit Education Foundation scholars Youth Day contemplated the equal importance of knowing and standing up for their rights, as well as the…
Continue Reading

A homecoming of heart, purpose, and commitment

Returning to the Spirit Education Foundation (SEF) Annual Scholar and Alumni Camp felt like coming home for many alums – an experience…
Continue Reading

Growth, Gratitude, and Giving Back are key values for Tahir Samie

Mohamed Tahir Samie views education as more than just showing up and attending school. To Samie, it is about seizing opportunities, overcoming…
Continue Reading

‘If it weren’t for Spirit Foundation, I wouldn’t have studied’ – Maps Sinandile

Spirit Education Foundation alumni, Maps Sinandile, believe the impact that SEF has had on their journey goes beyond financial support -  it…
Continue Reading

Spirit Foundation Full Circle – Education

Reflecting on the year, we are proud of our scholars’ resilience, determination, and commitment to personal growth. We are excited to see…
Continue Reading

Spirit Foundation Full Circle – March 2025

JOIN US IN MAKING A DIFFERENCE From education to community and conservation, the Spirit Foundation is driving real change. Read on to…
Continue Reading

Spirit Foundation education programme

Academic testing is the first phase of potential scholars' journeys with us at the Spirit Foundation - an important step in the…
Continue Reading

Education is the key that unlocks dreams – make your tax-deductible donation today

Education is the key that unlocks dreams. Meet Anita and Dianne, Grade 12 students whose lives have been transformed through the Spirit…
Continue Reading

Congratulations to the Spirit Foundation Class of 2024!

We are thrilled to celebrate an outstanding achievement: a 100% Matric pass rate, with every scholar earning a Bachelor’s pass! This remarkable…
Continue Reading

Spirit Foundation Education Scholar Graduation

Spirit Foundation High School Scholarship Programme celebrated the Grade 12s journey and their graduation from the Programme into our Spirit Alumni Circle.…
Continue Reading

Spirit Foundation Early Childhood Development Campuses

The Spirit Foundation Early Childhood Development (ECD) campuses have been revitalised with vibrant new colours that reflect the Spirit Foundation's dynamic vision!…
Continue Reading

Inspiring Leadership

As the visionary founder of the Spirit Foundation, Ian Kilbride embodies the qualities of transformational leadership. Through his unwavering commitment to education,…
Continue Reading

Feet4Fees Youth Day Fun Run

The annual Feet4Fees Youth Day Fun Run, held on June 16, 2024 at Groot Constantia Wine Estate, was once again a resounding…
Continue Reading

Honour Fallen Friends

Theresa Parsraman, a Fish Hoek-based accountant, will participate in the 97th edition of the iconic 86 km Comrades Marathon on June 9th.…
Continue Reading

Katlego Nkgudi’s Rise

Let's dive into a tale that embodies the transformative power of education and mentorship! Meet Katlego Nkgudi, whose journey from Philippi to…
Continue Reading

Unveiling Pearls of Wisdom

As we commemorate the remarkable 30th anniversary of the Spirit Education Foundation, we are thrilled to unveil a treasure trove of wisdom…
Continue Reading

Spirit Foundation turns 30

“Oh, what a night!” - The Spirit Foundation celebrates thirty years of making a difference in South Africa, culminating in a lively…
Continue Reading

Testimonial

“Our close and long-standing partnership with The Spirit Foundation strongly supports this vision of fostering inclusivity, humility, generosity and respect by helping…
Continue Reading

Alumni News

“Reflecting on my journey as a Spirit Scholar, which started 15 years ago in Grade 11, I'm struck by the profound impact…
Continue Reading

Learn 2 Swim

Swimming is often a life skill that is taken for granted. A skill that should be taught and developed to ensure water…
Continue Reading

No Child Left Behind

We are excited to be resuming our Saturday school this year. We are also partnering with other organisations that share the same…
Continue Reading

Special Announcement

As we head towards concluding 2023, the Spirit Foundation is proud of its continued delivery of real impact in education, community, and…
Continue Reading

It Isn’t Goodbye!

It’s not goodbye, but rather WELCOME to the latest Alumni of Spirit Education Foundation. Exams are done and celebrating the completion of…
Continue Reading

Registration Day!

The Annual Spirit Education Foundation Registration Day and Award Ceremony was held on the 2 December 2023 at Wynberg Girls High School.…
Continue Reading

Scholarship Applications Close on THURSDAY!

Spirit Education Foundation scholarship applications for Grade 8 in 2025 are OPEN! Current Grade 6's who meet our criteria are eligible to…
Continue Reading

Grade Eight Class of 2024!

Our Grade eight class of 2024 was welcomed into the Spirit Education Foundation at a lovely parent and scholar orientation morning. Scholars…
Continue Reading

Spirit Education Foundation Congratulates Scholars

SEF is privileged to partner with schools in the Western Cape. In attendance of the past weeks’ valedictory ceremonies, award ceremonies and…
Continue Reading

Happy Diwali!

On this celebration of Diwali, we share a beautiful greeting used at this special time of the year, “Let each diya lamp…
Continue Reading

Good Luck Grade 12 Learners!

To the class of 2023, Good luck to the Spirit Education Foundation class of 2023. The final Grade 12 examinations are upon…
Continue Reading

Full Circle

For this edition of Full Circle, we celebrate the growth of SEF. As previously shared, SEF was our first venture into philanthropic…
Continue Reading

Teachers Day

"My teacher is my everything. On good days she's my mentor, on bad days she's my mom, on days when I've made…
Continue Reading

Spirit Foundation Scholarship

Spirit Education Foundation scholarship applications for Grade 8 in 2025 are now OPEN! Current Grade 6's who meet our criteria are eligible…
Continue Reading

Scholarship Applications are OPEN

Spirit Education Foundation scholarship applications for Grade 8 in 2025 are now OPEN! The documents required for a completed application are Learner…
Continue Reading

Term three highlights

Term three highlights to look forward to from The Spirit Education Foundation (SEF): From Grade 9 -12 the emphasis for mentorship at…
Continue Reading

Mandela Day

The Spirit Education Foundation honours Madiba today by visiting and doing story time with the grade six learners The team went to…
Continue Reading

Youth Camp 2023

In what has grown to be an annual highlight for the Spirit Education Foundation, on Saturday 24 June, 130 SEF scholars embarked…
Continue Reading

Winter Youth Camp is here again!

It’s Happening! 140 scholars, eight SEF alumni and a dedicated team of facilitators all on route to beautiful Tulbagh for our annual…
Continue Reading

Feet 4 Fees

The huffs and puffs from runners, walkers and hikers alike could be heard all over historic Groot Constantia on Youth Day Friday…
Continue Reading

Feet4Fees Fundraiser Trail Run

Routes are out for our Feet4Fees Trail Fun Run! Learn them well, It is a route specially designed to make you climb,…
Continue Reading

Spirit Education Foundation Hike

The Spirit Education Foundation values community, relationships and families. This is a testimonial from a parent who has gone through the scholarship…
Continue Reading

Accessibility to Technology

The accessibility to technology is often the preserve of those that are able to afford this necessity in today’s education arena. So,…
Continue Reading

Last Day of School Holidays

The last day of the school holiday was spent meandering the Company Gardens in Cape Town, feeding squirrels, chasing away birds and…
Continue Reading

Family, Community and Connection

Spirit Education Foundation has the opportunity to engage with different stakeholders, community members, other NPOs and corporate businesses. The network of people…
Continue Reading

Two Oceans Marathon

The countdown has begun! Saskia Wiese and Courtney Kalis, along with thousands of other runners, will be taking on the challenging iconic…
Continue Reading

“O” for Opportunity

The ‘O’ in our voice theme stands for opportunity. Our scholars are enrolled at institutions that offer holistic opportunities and access to…
Continue Reading

Horwood Picnic 2023

The annual Horwood donor picnic took place on 25 February. This is a lovely opportunity for our scholars to meet their donors…
Continue Reading

The School Readiness Program

Spirit Education Foundation visited all 140 scholars at various schools to ensure they were well-equipped to start their high school year. The…
Continue Reading

Values of the SEF

In January we introduced the theme for the year VOICE. The V in the voice theme for 2023 stands for Values. Our…
Continue Reading

Two Oceans Marathon

The Spirit Education Foundation has put together a running team for The 2 Oceans Ultra Marathon and the Half Marathon in April.…
Continue Reading

Back to School

The Spirit Education Foundation welcomes 140 scholars at 12 partnership High Schools in the Western Cape in 2023. 25 Grade 8s will…
Continue Reading

Find Your Voice

Spirit Education Foundation selects a theme each year that coincides with the implementation of their Mentorship program The 2023 theme is VOICE,…
Continue Reading

SEF Registration Day

The Spirit Education Foundation (https://spiritf.org/education-foundation/) recently celebrated its new scholars’ day. Held at Wynberg Girls High School, 42 new SEF scholars joined…
Continue Reading

SEF Registration Day 2022

This past weekend we welcomed 43 new scholars into the Spirit Education Foundation (28 new Grade 8’s). We are so proud of…
Continue Reading

Meet the Spirit Education Foundation Team

Dr. Armand Bam – Managing Director of The Spirit Foundation Dr Armand Bam completed his secondary schooling at Plumstead High School and…
Continue Reading

Spirit Education Foundation and Oxbridge

This week I was the guest of the Appleton Chairman, Tim Hughes, at a reception hosted by the UK High Commissioner, Antony…
Continue Reading

Munnik Daughters Concour Half Iron Man

They’ve done it! In memory of Lynne Munnik, the amazing Munnik daughters took on the Isuzu Half Iron Man challenge and completed…
Continue Reading

Giving Tuesday

Getting into the giving Spirit. 29 November 2022 Save the Date Giving Tuesday is a global movement whereby organizations, individuals and communities…
Continue Reading

Fitness is Key

Physical fitness and participation in recreational activities at school is important for teens. It helps with reducing stress, improves skin condition, helps…
Continue Reading

Munnik sisters raise funds

    The unique legacy of our late beloved Lynne Munnik is being carried forward by her daughters, Julia Munnik and Alexandra…
Continue Reading

Employment trends for Youth

According to the International Labour Organisation, youth (15-24) make up nearly half of the world’s unemployed. The impact of COVID-19 pandemic has…
Continue Reading

The Full Circle

The Full Circle It is unusual to be in a position to make a meaningful difference to the lives of scholars, communities…
Continue Reading

Teacher Appreciation Day

Spirit Education Foundation Salutes Our Teachers On Teacher Appreciation Day. Inspiring and uplifting our youth can create a long-lasting positive impact on…
Continue Reading

Our Alumni

What is success? How is it measured? When is it fully attained? Often, we measure success based on financial wealth, a good…
Continue Reading

I am Women

I am women  The survivor, the one who opposed all pressure and will overcome oppression, challenges and danger  I am women I…
Continue Reading

Youth Camp 2022

The Spirit Education Foundation concluded Youth Month this past weekend on the ultimate high as we took 120 high school scholars from…
Continue Reading

Vuma #Feet4Fees

16 June 2021 On Youth Day, Wednesday 16 June, members of the Spirit Education Foundation team, Saskia Wiese and Paula Wallace-Pickering took…
Continue Reading

Principal’s Message

Welcome to the Everton Free School website. I am delighted and honoured to have been appointed as the new Principal during such…
Continue Reading

Feet 4 Fees Youth Day

Get up, lace up and show up for our youth on Youth Day 2022! Enter the Spirit Education Foundation Feet4Fees Youth Day…
Continue Reading

Our Rich Heritage

on 24th September, South Africans had the opportunity of celebrating our country’s unique diversity and heritage. Heritage Day is an occasion that…
Continue Reading

A Voice for Children

28 June 2021 Grade 9 Spirit Education Foundation scholar, Brandi Ryland, serves as a Western Cape Child Government Monitor for the Commissioner…
Continue Reading

Scholar Orientation Picnic

27 November 2020 The Spirit Education Foundation is delighted to award high school scholarships to 15 bright and worthy young scholars entering…
Continue Reading

Registration Day

The annual registration day was a highlight to the year. We were fortunate to host this year’s event as it was sorely…
Continue Reading

Back to School

The academic year 2022 for Western Cape schools started on Wednesday 17 January, 25 nervously excited Grade 8's officially began their high…
Continue Reading

Matric Celebration

The Matric class of 2021 have endured, thrived, and excelled in overcoming some tough educational challenges. With multiple uncertainties in the past…
Continue Reading

Rights and Responsibilities

Spirit Education Foundation scholars Youth Day contemplated the equal importance of knowing and standing up for their rights, as well as the…
Continue Reading