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2026
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A Reflection from Starfish

Wordworks introduced the Little Stars programme to 30 early childhood development practitioners in Nelson Mandela Bay through a two-day training focused on strengthening language and emergent literacy in pre-Grade R classrooms.

Little Stars reaches Nelson Mandela Bay

From improvisation to intentional teaching: Vuyisile’s STELLAR journey

After nearly two decades in early childhood education, Vuyisile Mtshali believed she knew her learners well. But a simple question during STELLAR Home Language training changed how she viewed teaching and learning. Today, her learners are more confident, engaged and empowered to make choices in their own learning journey.

In Loving Memory of Gaynor Cozens

Gaynor retired in 2025 after a remarkable career as a dedicated teacher and mentor. Even through health challenges, she remained committed to excellence, kindness, and support for those around her. Her creativity and warmth enriched her workplace and left a lasting impression on colleagues and learners alike. She will be remembered for her courage, generosity, and enduring impact on the education community and her family.

Exploring the impact of a collaborative, multi-pronged early literacy intervention 2024

Wordworks is proud to release a series of publications about the Yizani Sifunde early literacy project, implemented in the Eastern Cape from 2021 to 2023 through collaboration with Book Dash, Nal’ibali, Khululeka, and ITEC—an initiative focused on delivering early literacy programs and supporting language development in early childhood.

Sanlam and GDE partner with Wordworks to grow Little Stars 2024

At Wordworks, we are committed to encouraging meaningful collaboration with partners across various sectors, especially those that support early childhood education South Africa.

Home–School Partnerships (HSP) program thrives in the Eastern Cape 2024

Wordworks’ Home–School Partnerships (HSP) program was rolled out in Elliot, Eastern Cape, in collaboration with Little Seeds—marking the second time this home–school initiative has been delivered in the province to support early childhood education in South Africa.

Wordworks Director calls for men to support early literacy efforts 2024

Mammuso Makhanya, Executive Director at Wordworks, has called for greater involvement of male caregivers and parents in building early literacy and language skills at home.

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