During his tour to southern Africa, Keith DeHaan, son of Christel House International founder, Christel DeHaan, paid our school a special visit in May. As his second visit to our Ottery-based campus, Keith enjoyed a school tour including one-on-one sessoins with small groups of students; a community tour accompanied by our Social Services team and musical items prepared by our junior school music department. Students enjoyed the opportunity toe ask Keith questions about his mother, Christel, her vision for starting the Christel House institutions around the world and her love for South Africa.

Much like his mother, Keith also enjoys the fine arts and was treated to a behind-the-scenes glimpse of the creative magic taking place in our high school art classroom. "Where we differ is that my mother favours the horns and strings and I have a passion for the brush and easel," added Keith. Thank you for your visit, 'Mr Keith'!

During the Easter school break, local contractors worked around the clock to revamp our school's foundation phase playground. The project was pioneered by former Christel House SA CEO, Nicky Sheridan, who took part in the 2017 Old Mutual Two Oceans Marathon and called on kindhearted donors to support his quest. Through the generosity of many 142 donors, Nicky raised a whopping R138 773 via his GivenGain campaign page.

Now completed, the long-anticipated overhaul includes spacious grassed play areas and paved sidewalks, colourful obstacle courses, a bicycle track, a new playpen and swings, two sandpits and new toys for cognitive development. Thank you to all who contributed to this project! #MakingTheImpossiblePossible

More than 3 million children in South Africa experience chronic hunger daily and over 66 million primary school children across the developing world attend classes hungry, 60% of which are girls.

Hunger is not just about food. Hunger and poverty are inextricably linked to a nexus of issues including: decent work opportunities, health, education, social justice, the rights of women and girls, the environment and climate change. #ChristelHouseSA's holistic model tackles these issues, and empowers our students to lift themselves and their communities above the poverty line for good.

As we reflect on World Hunger Day today, Christel House SA remains conscious of the importance of nutrition in learning - and building futures - by providing each student with two nutritious meals and snacks daily. Our #FeedAFuture campaign aims to raise R1 mil in aid of our school feeding programme. Join the cause by donating today.

New thought-provoking book, The Other End of the Telescope, is a collection of fascinating essays on the absurdities and challenges of gettings things done in large companies, and the inherent contradictions in leadership and organisational behaviours that prevent businesses from realising their potential and achieving greater success. Author and board member of Christel House SA, Ian Russell, is donating the royalties from his new book towards our school's transformational work. Read more here.

Help us understand how your perceive and experience our organisation and brand by completing the following 3-minute survey. We're currently conducting a brand sentiment review and we would love to hear from you! #TransformingLives

We are delighted to share our 2018 Annual Report. Read about our project and programme highlights, by viewing our online annual report here.  

Earlier this week, the Pillay Family from Durbanville (Cape Town) who recently ran the Old Mutual Two Oceans Marathon in aid of Christel House SA, visited our Grade R class to hand deliver 60 party packs in celebration of their son's first birthday. Rather than hosting a big birthday party, they decided to make a contribution to our #FeedAFuture campaign in aid of our school feeding programme. The family also donated a week's worth of breakfast ingredients to feed our 750 students. Thank you Pillay Family!

Avalon Springs Resort in Montague, one of the sought-after properties on Dream Hotels & Resorts, received 15 special art pieces produced by Christel House students in a special art fundraiser collaboration. The art is exhibited in the Resort's restaurant and lounge and they are planning to sell collectible prints of the artwork to generate further funds for our school. Thank you to all at Avalon Springs and Dream Hotels for believing in the future of our students! 

Christel House is proud to have 30 dedicated individuals who are steadfast in raising over R50 000 by the weekend. They will be grueling Old Mutual Two Oceans Marathon to show their commitment to keeping our students fed and healthy. You can support their drive, by donating here. #FeedAFuture

During the first term school break, Christel House's grade 12 student leaders hosted members of the Leadership Committee for Africa, a non-profit organisation run by students of the Culver Academy in Indianapolis (USA). 18 Students took part in a week-long leadership exchange workshop, learn about each other's backgrounds, shared leadership tips and brainstormed the pathway to a prosperous Africa. Culver students also pioneered various fundraising campaigns in aid of our school and its programmes. Thank you Culver!

We do not just educate, feed, provide healthcare or help your child into a great career – we do all these things! We are now recruiting for the Grade R class of 2020. Click through for more info: https://sa.christelhouse.org/about-us/admissions/. All admissions to Christel House are awarded 100% scholarships.

 On Tuesday, internationally renowned trailblazer in transformational education, Professor Jonathan Jansen, paid a friendly visit our campus to learn first-hand how we work towards breaking the cycle of poverty. He later posted on his personal Facebook page: “Understand Christel House, and you have the keys to solving our national school crisis.” Read the full story here: https://bit.ly/2Cd93aW

What a drive! On Friday, Christel House held our annual Charity Golf Day at the picturesque Stellenbosch Golf Club. Thanks to the 84 golf enthusiasts, numerous generous sponsors and supporters, this special event on our calendar raised a whopping R150 000 in aid of our school feeding program! #FeedAFuture

As part of our Valentine’s Day festivities this year, the junior school of Christel House South Africa visited Erica's Place (a frail care facility in Silvertown) and The League of Friends of the Blind in Grassy Partk (Cape Town) to give back to their communities. Their gifts of love included handmade cards with braille messages, warm hugs, happy song and sweet treats! This is the multiplier-effect of public donations in support of the Christel House mission. Share the love, donate today!

Donate today and help us feed our 750 students during their 2019 academic year. Watch our #FeedAFuture campaign video here: https://youtu.be/pbcivWAI-JU

Christel House South Africe launched their Charity Tickets for the Old Mutual Two Oceans Marathon (OMTOM). Run for our school's 'Feed A Future' nutrition program and help us transform the lives of our 750 students. For more info and to book your ticket, contact Kristen at kgoezaar@sa.christelhouse.org 

On Wednesday, 14 November, Microsoft held their annual 48-hour international skype-a-thon to connect nearly half a million students, teachers and guest experts from around the world using ‘Skype in the Classroom’ and Christel House South Africa was the only school in South Africa selected to be part of this 2-day online conversation.

At Christel House, we focus on the whole child. Watch this video of a typical day at our school and experience how Christel House works.

Christel House South Africa is celebrating a 97.8% percent matric pass rate – well above the national average for the 10^th consecutive year. For the 46 jubilant matriculants, the positive results provide them with a chance to break free from a life of poverty. Read more here: Matric Results 2017

Nontando and her family lived in poverty, in a one room shack in a violent neighborhood. Now she's a successful chemical engineer. See how Christel House South Africa helped her succeed.

DRIVE OUT POVERTY WITH CHRISTEL HOUSE

Despite the recent apprehension within the transport industry in South Africa, Christel House continued to provide safe and uninterrupted transportation services to its 755 students who come from communities such as Langa, Delft and Philippi. Read more about our current fundraising drive: https://sa.christelhouse.org/news/

Christel House SA held our Special Assembly on 18 April to celebrate the recent achievements of the school and to welcome its new Chief Executive Officer, Adri Marais. With ‘Going for Gold’ as the theme of the event, special awards were given to students and teachers who achieved winning results inside and outside of the classroom over the past year.

Read more about our April Special Assembly event here: https://bit.ly/2HFFHC2. View photos of event: https://bit.ly/2K2ytdl.

As part of our Valentine’s Day festivities this year, the Grade 3 class of Christel House South Africa visited Erica's Place, a frail care facility in Silvertown (Athlone, Cape Town) to give back to their communities. Their gifts of love included handmade cards, warm hugs, happy song and sweet treats! This is the multiplier-effect of public donations in support of the Christel House mission. We reflect on the words of founder, Christel DeHaan: “To share. To care. To make a difference!”

You can make the new academic year possible for one of the 755 students enrolled for 2018, by donating R150 for a new pair of school shoes, R320 to feed a scholar for one month, or R500 towards curriculum based books. Join our Back-to-School drive and donate today: https://www.givengain.com/cc/backtoschoolchsa/

How yoga is helping learners succeed in school.

See how this Grade 11 student is inspired to mentor younger students and to make a positive impact on the lives of others.  

A new facility, known as The Farm, will offer Christel House students a safe and peaceful place to prepare for their Matric exams. Learn more.

From a young age, Abigail P dreamed of one day becoming a hair stylist.  Thanks to the opportunities through Christel House and Education for Life her dream has become a reality.