Carpe Diem School, George South Africa

Carpe Diem School, George South Africa Special Needs School, located in George, Western Cape, South Africa. Caters for 380 learners of the EDEN District. Multiple varieties of disabilities e.g.

Carpe Diem School provides for learners with physical-, learning-, ASD and intellectual challenges, between the ages of 6 and 18years in Eden district.2020 we will also provide for deaf learners between the ages of 3 & 8 years of age. autism, cerebral palsy, syndromes, intellectual impairment, physical impairment etc. Web page http://www.carpediemskool.co.za/ for more information on the school

A sincere thank you to Dr Charl Roux and his colleagues for assessing one of our Carpe Diem learners and advising us on ...
10/09/2026

A sincere thank you to Dr Charl Roux and his colleagues for assessing one of our Carpe Diem learners and advising us on his visual needs.

Thank you also to Tilly and Pieter Nel from the Lions Club for providing a specialised magnifying device to help him access his classroom work more easily.

We appreciate your support. 💙

UMBULELO BREAKFAST 2026 🦓💛Today we celebrated one of the most special events on the Carpe Diem School calendar — our ann...
09/09/2026

UMBULELO BREAKFAST 2026 🦓💛

Today we celebrated one of the most special events on the Carpe Diem School calendar — our annual Umbulelo Breakfast.

This year, we once again embraced our zebra theme. Just as no two zebras have exactly the same stripes, no two people are exactly alike. Every guest who supports Carpe Diem brings something unique — their time, love, encouragement, expertise, sponsorship, generosity or simply their belief in our school. In the same way, every one of our learners is unique, with their own strengths, talents, personality and place in our Carpe Diem family.

Our differences are what make us special, and together they create something beautiful.

“Umbulelo” is about gratitude, and this morning was our opportunity to thank the many people who walk this journey with us and contribute to Carpe Diem in so many different ways.

During the morning, we were also proud to showcase our Ukuwela Program, as well as the incredible talents, confidence and spirit of our learners.

Our choir sang like angels, with such beautiful movement and joy on their faces. Our hip-hop dance group entertained everyone with an energetic performance, moving from ballet-inspired steps to Irish dance moves and kwaito. And, as always, our marimba band completely stole the hearts of the audience.

Our little ones had their own very important role, interacting with our guests and handing out gifts — happily exchanging each one for a lollipop! Their confidence and excitement made the moment even more special.

We were equally proud of our senior learners in the DCAPS Skills Training Programme. Our culinary skills learners helped prepare the venue, set the tables and assist with serving the breakfast. They brought the food out with such elegance, poise and professionalism, giving our guests a wonderful glimpse of the skills they are developing for life beyond school.

And then, together, we enjoyed a beautiful breakfast.

To everyone who attended today, thank you for sharing this special morning with us. To those who were unable to attend, please know that our gratitude extends to you too.

Carpe Diem could not do what we do without the people who walk this journey with us. Every person has value. Every contribution has a place. Every learner has something unique to offer.

A special thank you to Rudi from Ciro’s Coffee, We Cook and Moras Eggs for sponsoring our delicious breakfast, and to the Carpe Diem Trust for sponsoring the bottled water on our tables.

Thank you for being part of our wonderfully unique Carpe Diem family. 🦓💛

Marimba Education Foundation

OPENING OF OUR SENSORY GARDEN 🌿🌸After months of waiting, watching, dreaming and seeing our garden grow from bare ground ...
09/09/2026

OPENING OF OUR SENSORY GARDEN 🌿🌸

After months of waiting, watching, dreaming and seeing our garden grow from bare ground into the beautiful space it is today, we are delighted to share that the Carpe Diem School Sensory Garden was officially opened this morning, 9 September, by Chanel Baumgarten from Els For Autism, South Africa. 🌿💚

And with a surname like Baumgarten — literally “tree garden” in German — she could hardly have been more perfectly suited to open our beautiful new garden! 😊

A heartfelt thank you to Els for Autism South Africa for believing in this project and for helping us create a space that will make such a meaningful difference in the lives of our learners.

We are also incredibly grateful to B Green, David Ramage and his wife, Marie Ramage, for the planning, design and layout of the garden, and especially for dreaming alongside Carpe Diem School and helping us turn that dream into reality.

This is so much more than a sensory garden. It is an outdoor learning space — a place to explore, discover, experience nature, stimulate the senses, learn through play, find a quiet moment and simply enjoy being outdoors. Every pathway, plant and little corner offers another opportunity for learning and discovery.

To finally see our learners entering the completed garden, exploring it and enjoying everything it has to offer made this morning incredibly special.

From bare ground to a beautiful, tranquil learning environment — what a journey it has been. 🌱

Thank you to everyone who helped make this dream a reality. We cannot wait to see all the learning, exploring, growing and happy memories that will take place here.

Carpe Diem’s Sensory Garden is officially open! 🌿🌸💚

🍎🍌🍓 Learning, tasting and enjoying! 🍊🍇🥝Teacher Elriette’s class made delicious fruit salad today as part of their theme ...
08/09/2026

🍎🍌🍓 Learning, tasting and enjoying! 🍊🍇🥝

Teacher Elriette’s class made delicious fruit salad today as part of their theme about fruit. 🤗

The learners had so much fun exploring and tasting the different fruits! 😋🍍🍉

What a fun and delicious way to learn! 🌈💛

📢 VACANCY | VAKATURE 📢🇬🇧 ENGLISHTemporary SGB Contract: Individual Learner FacilitatorCarpe Diem School is looking for a...
08/09/2026

📢 VACANCY | VAKATURE 📢

🇬🇧 ENGLISH

Temporary SGB Contract: Individual Learner Facilitator

Carpe Diem School is looking for a reliable, energetic and caring person to work as an individual facilitator for a learner with special educational needs and behavioural challenges.

📅 Contract period: 1 October – December 2026, with the possibility of extension
💰 Salary: R5 000 per month
📍 Carpe Diem School, George

The successful candidate must be willing to receive training at Carpe Diem School and should have an interest in supporting learners who experience behavioural and learning challenges. Basic training in child development or a related field will be an advantage.

📄 Please submit: • A short application letter
• A detailed CV
• Two testimonials with contactable references
• Certified copies of qualifications and ID
• SAPS Clearance Certificate, or proof of payment/application for one, not older than three months

Applications must be handed in at Carpe Diem School reception, addressed to the Principal.

⏰ Closing date: 14 September 2026 at 12:00

If you have not received any communication by 21 September 2026, please consider your application unsuccessful.

Please share this post with anyone who may be suitable for this position. 🌟

🇿🇦 AFRIKAANS

Tydelike SBL-kontrak: Individuele Fasiliteerder vir ’n Leerder

Carpe Diem Skool is op soek na ’n betroubare, energieke en omgee-persoon om as individuele fasiliteerder ondersteuning te bied aan ’n leerder met spesiale onderrigbehoeftes en gedragsuitdagings.

📅 Kontraktydperk: 1 Oktober – Desember 2026, met die moontlikheid van verlenging
💰 Salaris: R5 000 per maand
📍 Carpe Diem Skool, George

Die suksesvolle kandidaat moet bereid wees om opleiding by Carpe Diem Skool te ontvang en moet ’n belangstelling hê in die ondersteuning van leerders wat gedrags- en leeruitdagings ervaar. Basiese opleiding in kinderontwikkeling of ’n soortgelyke veld sal ’n aanbeveling wees.

📄 Dien asseblief die volgende in: • ’n Kort aansoekbrief
• ’n Volledige CV
• Twee getuigskrifte met kontakbare verwysings
• Gewaarmerkte afskrifte van kwalifikasies en ID
• SAPS-klaringsertifikaat, of bewys van betaling/aansoek daarvoor, nie ouer as drie maande nie

Aansoeke moet by Carpe Diem Skool se ontvangs ingehandig word en aan die Skoolhoof gerig wees.

⏰ Sluitingsdatum: 14 September 2026 om 12:00

Indien u teen 21 September 2026 geen terugvoer ontvang het nie, was u aansoek ongelukkig onsuksesvol.

Deel gerus hierdie plasing met iemand wat geskik mag wees vir die pos. 🌟

A huge thank you to Els For Autism, South Africa for the wonderful communication boards that have been installed in our ...
08/09/2026

A huge thank you to Els For Autism, South Africa for the wonderful communication boards that have been installed in our play areas at Carpe Diem School. 💙

These boards give our learners the opportunity to communicate beyond the classroom — during play, social interaction and everyday activities. While they are especially valuable for learners with autism, they also support our non-speaking learners, learners with limited speech, and others with complex communication needs.

Our learners were so excited to explore the new boards! Even many of our verbal learners joined in, experimenting with different word combinations, communicating with friends and, of course, discovering plenty of ways to make each other laugh. 😊

Communication is about so much more than spoken words. These boards give learners another way to express what they want, need, feel and think — wherever they are.

Thank you, Els for Autism South Africa, for this very special and meaningful contribution to our school. It will make a real difference in the everyday lives of our learners. 💙

🌳 National Arbor Week | Nasionale Boomplantweek 🌳Today, Carpe Diem School celebrated National Arbor Week by planting tre...
07/09/2026

🌳 National Arbor Week | Nasionale Boomplantweek 🌳

Today, Carpe Diem School celebrated National Arbor Week by planting trees on our school grounds. 🌱

Every tree planted is an investment in the future — providing shade, beauty, cleaner air and a greener environment for generations to come. It was wonderful to see our learners taking part and learning that even a small action can make a big difference.

🌿 Plant today. Grow tomorrow.

Vandag het Carpe Diem Skool Nasionale Boomplantweek gevier deur bome op ons skoolterrein te plant. 🌱

Elke boom wat geplant word, is ’n belegging in die toekoms — dit bied skaduwee, mooiheid, skoner lug en ’n groener omgewing vir toekomstige geslagte. Dit was besonders om te sien hoe ons leerders deelneem en leer dat selfs ’n klein daad ’n groot verskil kan maak.

🌿 Plant vandag. Groei môre.

🏀 Friendly Basketball Fun in Cape Town! 🏀Our Carpe Diem basketball team, Esen Rockets enjoyed friendly games against Paa...
05/09/2026

🏀 Friendly Basketball Fun in Cape Town! 🏀

Our Carpe Diem basketball team, Esen Rockets enjoyed friendly games against Paarl School and Astra School in Cape Town.

It was a wonderful opportunity for our learners to showcase their talent, build new friendships and enjoy the game they love. The matches were played in a great spirit, with plenty of energy, teamwork and fun on and off the court.

A big thank you to Paarl School and Astra School for the warm welcome and enjoyable games. We look forward to many more opportunities to connect through sport.

Thank you so much to everyone who made a contribution towards an unforgetable weekend!

Well done, Carpies! We are proud of you! 🏀👏💙

05/09/2026

🎶🏆 A very proud afternoon for Carpe Diem School! 🏆🎶

Our Carpe Diem School Choir and Carpe Diem Marimba Band were invited to perform at the South Cape Arts Festival 2026 Western Art & Contemporary Music Gala Prizegiving Concert this afternoon, following their outstanding performances at the festival.

We are incredibly proud that both groups received top honours:

🏆 Carpe Diem School Choir – Best Vocal Ensemble
🏆 Carpe Diem Marimba Band – Best Instrumental Ensemble

What a wonderful achievement for our learners! They represented Carpe Diem with confidence, enthusiasm and joy, and we are so proud of every learner who took part. 🎶👏

A heartfelt thank you to our dedicated choir teachers, Alethea Steyn, Marissa Ramage and Helene Ramage, and to Hilde Gordon from the Marimba Education Foundation , who coaches our Carpe Diem Marimba Band.

Thank you also to our teachers, support staff and drivers who assisted with the arrangements and logistics, and to the Carpe Diem staff and parents who came out to support our learners this afternoon.

Congratulations, Carpies! What a fantastic achievement! 🎉🏆🎶

🥁 BEAT AS ONE – Rhythm Matters! 🥁A huge thank you to Jaco from DrumAbility for presenting such a special drumming sessio...
04/09/2026

🥁 BEAT AS ONE – Rhythm Matters! 🥁

A huge thank you to Jaco from DrumAbility for presenting such a special drumming session for our learners this morning. ❤️

It was energetic, interactive and so much fun, but also wonderfully regulating. Drumming is such a beautiful way to bring people together – listening to one another, finding a shared rhythm and simply enjoying the moment.

It was the perfect way to start our Friday, celebrate the spirit of Casual Day and head into the weekend with happy hearts! 🥁🎶

Thank you, Jaco and DrumAbility, for bringing so much joy to Carpe Diem School.

Beat as One… and Go Bokke! 🇿🇦💚💛

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Lang Street
George
6530

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Monday 07:30 - 15:30
Tuesday 07:30 - 15:30
Wednesday 07:30 - 15:30
Thursday 07:30 - 15:30
Friday 07:30 - 14:00

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