A great education starts with a firm foundation.
Foundations is a grammar-stage program for children ages five to twelve and their parents. The curriculum delivers a comprehensive core: history, science, English grammar, Latin, geography, a timeline, and math.
Communities meet weekly. Memory work is introduced together; hands-on science experiments are conducted; fine art is created. Parents leave equipped to continue the work at home — children leave delighted.
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Foundations material is divided into three annual cycles. Students typically complete each cycle twice, deepening their understanding the second time around.
The ancient world: from creation through the great civilisations of antiquity. Memory work in history, science, geography, English, Latin, and math.
From the medieval period through the discovery of the new world. Continued mastery of all subjects in age-appropriate, memorable form.
British history, modern history, and the foundations of South African identity. Connections drawn across time, place, and discipline.
Community days run from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM and include:
Memory work, hands-on science, fine arts, and parents learning alongside their children.
Foundations is designed for children ages 5 to 12. Younger siblings (3–4) often join in informally; many families start the program when their oldest child turns 5 or 6.
Community days run from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM, including opening assembly, subject-specific classes, hands-on science and fine arts, family lunch, and afternoon Essentials for eligible students.
No. The whole point of Classical Conversations is to equip parents — even those who do not consider themselves "teachers." Tutors model the lessons on community day; you continue them at home with the resources provided.
Foundations material is divided into three annual cycles: Cycle 1 (Ancients), Cycle 2 (Medieval to New World), and Cycle 3 (British and Modern). Students typically complete each cycle twice, deepening their understanding the second time around.
Memorising the basic vocabulary and facts of every subject — what classical educators call the grammar stage — gives children the building blocks for everything that follows. They become the "pegs" on which deeper understanding is hung in later years.
Communities meet across South Africa. Reach out and we'll help you find one near you — or help you start one.
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