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To become certified mediators of the BCP teachers are required to implement the programme under supervision for one year. This includes on-site mentoring in their classrooms.
Teachers from the Metro apply to attend the BCP training and to be part of the project at their school. They are required to sign a formal commitment to implement the programme.
School and classroom visits for the purposes of mentoring and monitoring are an essential feature of the Basic Concepts Programme.
The project is located in the strikingly beautiful and far-flung areas of the Namaqua District, Northern Cape. Spectacular beauty abounds, particularly during the flower season. The region is named
'We believe that if learners are well prepared in Grade R and 1 in their basic concepts they can build on their knowledge and skills to achieve excellence in the higher grades and beyond!'
33 teachers received certificates at the graduation ceremony. Many of these teachers had been involved in the project since its inception 4 years previously.