The Learning Trust
Beyond the classroom
The Learning Trust supports the After School sector in South Africa by developing quality practitioners and building sustainable organisations. We offer focused coaching and skills-sharing in a variety of organisational development areas, and provide platforms for networking and collaborations that, in turn, serve children and youth in under-resourced communities.
The After School Investment Case 2021
For some time, there’s been a need for new and local research into the impact of After School Programmes (ASPs) on learners’ education outcomes. We are now thrilled to present the After School Programmes Investment Case.
The research report that demonstrates just how critical these enrichment programmes are in addressing the gross inequality in this country. Using two case studies, of IkamvaYouth and OLICO, we make a strong case for a shift in resource allocation and further investment into After School interventions.
These and many other such programmes, have produced impressive high school outcomes for low-income youth, at a much lower cost compared to what the state currently spends on education. In this way, After School Programmes are offering young people a better chance at achieving quality matric passes, accessing tertiary studies and jobs, and ultimately living sustainable lives.
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The After School Investment Case 2021
For some time, there has been a need for new and local research into the impact of After School Programmes (ASPs) on learners’ education outcomes....
Beyond the Classroom – Quarterly Newsletter
From this past quarter, we reflect on key lessons from our Communities of Practice, looking at how to strengthen the Education Ecosystem in order to...