Kleinmond Petition to Establish a Dual-Medium Public High School

In the picturesque town of Kleinmond, nestled against the backdrop of south-western South Africa’s breathtaking coastlines, lies a growing community with a pressing need.
It is long overdue for provincial education authority to establish a dual-medium public high school in Kleinmond.

As an advocate for the future of our children, I’ve witnessed first-hand the challenges facing these socioeconomically derserved communities. With a projected growth rate of 1.7% by 2027 (Overberg Annual and Oversight Report, 2023/2024), the demand for accessible, quality education within Kleinmond has never been more critical.

Why There is a Need For a High School in Kleinmond

Currently, students from these Kleinmond’s underserved groups face long commutes to schools outside this town. This not only places a financial and social burden on family dynamics, but also means that young learners start their day at a disadvantage, impacting longer travelling time and the challenges with social and academic performance. Without a proper educational facility (and as an affordable feeder school to the local primary schools), we risk perpetuating the cycle of poverty and learner retention, as education remains the cornerstone of economic mobility and personal growth in this community.  

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Studies consistently show that education can enhance social mobility. By establishing a public dual-medium high school (to address the needs of the community) in Kleinmond, this petition provides children with a learning environment that respects and integrates their linguistic and cultural backgrounds and gives them an opportunity amid their financial and social difficulties. Such an institution would not only serve as a place of learning but would be a hub for community activities, fostering unity and empowerment among Kleinmond’s residents.

The Need for a Population Survey & Feasibility Study

In light of these considerations, it is imperative that the local government, local communities, the Western Cape Education Department (WCED), and potential investors collaborate to make this vision a reality. We propose a survey and needs analysis be conducted to understand the exact educational requirements of Kleinmond’s population (as the last recorded census was done in 2011).

Following this, a feasibility study should be undertaken to identify appropriate sites, potential costs, and funding mechanisms in collaboration with the WCED and local government. Public-private partnerships can be explored, leveraging local businesses and philanthropists who understand the value of investing in our youth.

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Kleinmond Community Must Lead Process Without Political Party Interference

Resident of Kleinmond, Frazer Barry, the renowned musician, artist, TV & radio personality, also known for his community and environmental activism, is one of the driving forces supporting the petition for a high school in Kleinmond.
Barry places great emphasis on ensuring that the community of Kleinmond remains in control of the process and that the initiative should not be hijacked by political parties.

WATCH: Petition to Establish a Dual-Medium Public High School in Kleinmond Needs No Political Interference 

By signing this petition, you become a voice for Kleinmond’s future on something that had been neglected since the 1960s. This is our time to do something for our socioeconomically vulnerable youth and come together to provide our children in quest of basic education the chance they deserve: a comprehensive, affordable, accessible, and quality education right here in their own community. This has been long overdue since the 1960s.

Please Sign the Petition to Establish a Dual-Medium Public High School in Kleinmond

Please sign and support our mission to establish a dual-medium public high school in Kleinmond and not allow the historical generational burden of learners to decide whether to leave school, or commute longer distances for basic education.