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Schools had a range of special days. First day was paricularly important for children just beginning school. South African parents like parents in other countries often take photographs on their children's first day of school. We do not know of any special ceremony or practice at school associated with the beginning of school in South Adrica. Most South African school traditions are based on British schools. We do have some first day portraits which provide useful view of school uniforms and clothing over time. South African childen seem to begin school at about 6 years of age. There are special events during the year to celebrate various holidays, both seasonal and national. Many schools also have their own traditions which arevcelebrated each year. An imprtant event at the end of the year is prize giving. This is a special day devoted to awarding prizes to the students with important academic, sports, and other schievements.
First day was paricularly important for children just beginning school. South African parents like parents in other countries often take photographs on their children's first day of school. We do not know of any special ceremony or practice at school associated with the beginning of school in South Adrica. Most South African school traditions are based on British schools. We do have some first day portraits which provide useful view of school uniforms and clothing over time. South African childen seem to begin school at about 6 years of age.
There are special events during the year to celebrate various holidays, both seasonal and national.
Many schools also have their own traditions which arevcelebrated each year.
An important event at the end of the year is prize giving. This is a special day devoted to awarding prizes to the students with important academic, sports, and other schievements. Traditionally, sports prizes at British and British Empire schools were especially important. In recent years, other activities have become more important such as art and music as well as other activities. In addition to standard achievement awards there are usually special prices at every school.
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