By Alison Button | Co-ordinator
We’re excited to share the latest progress as we continue to uplift and empower communities in Diepsloot.
Edu Fun's mission remains unchanged: to improve English literacy for learners in Grades 2 and 3 at Diepsloot Combined School (DCS) and other underserved schools in Diepsloot. Our ultimate goal? Empowering 70 local youth to teach 3,000 children annually to read for meaning, thereby fostering strong educational foundations and empowering whole communities.
Refined Results: Key Highlights from 2024
In 2024, we continued to see positive outcomes from prioritising local youth and training them to teach reading. By year-end, Grade 3 learners scored an average of 91% on our reading tests. This represents a remarkable improvement from their rudimentary knowledge of how to read in English a year earlier.
At DCS, our tutors worked with 200 learners in Grade 2 and 200 learners in Grade 3, slightly increasing from 2023 numbers. Additionally, we’ve expanded our reach to Diepsloot Primary School 4 (DPS4), focusing on 50 Grade 3 learners who progressed from our intervention last year.
Precious at DPS4
Precious, a former student of DPS4 and now the site lead, has taken the reins of this project. She is inspiring the next generation by improving literacy outcomes and pursuing a formal qualification in Education. Her leadership embodies the essence of Edu Fun's mission: empowering youth to drive sustainable change.
Building Leadership Through the Tutor Programme
Edu Fun's 2025 Tutor Programme consists of 12 tutors (8 returning, 4 new), including six who are now enrolled in formal education studies. As part of their ongoing professional development, EduFun supports the tutors with expert mentors and daily teaching opportunities to enable them to improve their skills while developing literacy in the Diepsloot community.
Our Wish List for 2025
We’ve updated our wish list to reflect both continuity and expansion:
Every contribution is a step towards sustained literacy development and youth empowerment in Diepsloot.
Looking Forward: Scaling and Sustaining Impact
As we analyse results and fine-tune our interventions, our priority remains clear: replicating successful models, empowering youth, and increasing our reach. With continued support, we’ll scale our initiatives to further transform lives through literacy.
Thank You
Your support helps make lasting change possible. Let’s continue building a legacy of empowerment and opportunity for every child in Diepsloot.
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