history
Laerskool Bosveld Primary is a school with a rich history and a proud legacy. Our doors were opened for the first time on 15 April 1986with 22 staff members, two administrative ladies - Ms Daisy Esterhuizen and MsRina Olivier - and 564 learners. The school, designed by architect Mr. A. de Villiers and built by M. J. Odendaal, initially only had a few classes in the Foundation Phase.
With the growth of the Matimba Power Station and Grootgeluk mine ,the demand for education in the community increased. By January 1987, our learner number had risen to 1029, and the English Stream moved from Laerskool Ellisras to our school.
We are proud of our tradition of academic excellence, sporting achievements and cultural development. Highlights from our history include:
The establishment of our first Governing Body on 24 April1986.
The adoption of our school uniform on 8 July 1986.
The first Mass Sport event on 23 January 1987.
The design of our school crest, which was put into use on 25January 1987.The writing of our school anthem by Ms Gizella de Villiersin December 1987, which was sung for the first time on 21 March 1988.
The first participation of our choir and percussion orchestra in an arts festival in 1989.
Our first swimming gala on 27 August 1990.
Celebrating our fifth anniversary with a Fair on 10 May 1991.
The school's status change to a Model-C school on 3 August 1992.
The winning of the town's slogan competition by a Bossie learner in 1994 with the words:
"Ellisras –Heartbeat of the Bushveld."
Since our foundation, Laerskool Bosveld has grown into an institution that not only pursues academic success, but also cultivates a passion for sport, culture and community involvement. We are proud of our history and remain committed to the development of every learner who walks through our gates.
Principals through the Years
Our school's success is partly attributed to the strong leadership of our principals:
Mr T. L. Marais (1986 – 1992)
Mr J.S.F. Botha (1993– 1999)
Mr C.A. Campbell (2005 – 2009)
Mr J. L. Pretorius (2009 – present)
Welcome to LaerskoolBosveld Primary - where tradition and future go hand in hand!
missie
Om opgeleide en gekwalifiseerde onderwysers aan te stel wat leerders sal aanmoedig, sodat hulle kan ontwikkel in selfdenkende en afgeronde individue.
Om vir leerders ‘n platform te skep wat hoë gehalte akademie bied en wat leerders toegang gee tot buitemuurse-aktiwiteite waarbinne elke leerder kan groei tot sy/haar volle potensiaal.
Om ‘n toegewyde beheerliggaam en bestuurspan aan te stel wat daarna sal streef om besluite te neem tot voordeel van die skool en die skool se leerders, ouers en onderwysers.
Visie
Om elke leerder tot sy/haar volle potensiaal te ontwikkel.
waardes
Om die diversiteit in ons skool te aanvaar, want Bossies gee om.
Om die skoolreëls na te kom en uit te leef, want Bossies toon respek teenooronderwysers, mede-Bossies, ouers en besoekers.
Om ons deel te doen in die klaskamer, asook by ander aktiwiteite wat aangebiedword, want Bossies is verantwoordelik.
Om voorbeeldig te lewe en mekaar te konsidereer, want Bossies is eerlik.
Om met ons talente te woeker, want Bossies kan volhard.
mission
We are committed to providing quality, innovative educational programs to all learners.
We create a dynamic learning environment that promotes academic excellence and gives learners access to a variety of extracurricular activities, so that each child can grow to his/her full potential.
We appoint a dedicated governing body and management team who make purposeful decisions for the benefit of our school community - including learners, parents and teachers.
Vision
At Laerskool Bosveld Primary, we are committed to helping each learner reach their full potential.
Through quality education and a supportive environment, we nurture confident, well-rounded individuals who are prepared for future success.
values
At our school, we embrace the following values because Bossies care:
Respect – We honor diversity and follow school rules, showing respect for teachers, fellow Bossies, parents, and visitors.
Responsibility – We actively participate in the classroom and all school activities.
Honesty – We lead by example and treat others with integrity.
Perseverance – We develop our talents and strive to reach our full potential.
Because at our school, Bossies make a difference!