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Kleinberg Primary School honours its top academic achievers

Erin Carelse|Published

Principal Denzil van Graan with the Grade 1 overall top achievers from left: Cassidy Marinus and Nurah Davids, joint second place, Monisha Wiskut, first place, and Luche None, third place.

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Kleinberg Primary School held its 2025 academic awards ceremony on Thursday, December 4, at the Uniting Reformed Church in Ocean View, recognising the excellent academic performances of top achievers from Grades 1 to 6.

Principal Denzil van Graan congratulated the learners on their dedication and perseverance. 

“I congratulate our learners on their hard work and perseverance throughout the year. Our parents can be proud of their children's achievements, and I encourage them to continue to motivate and inspire our learners to keep up the good work. Thank you to our teachers for creating opportunities for our learners to excel.”

Principal Denzil van Graan with the Grade 2 overall top achievers from left: Saige Lee Francke, second place, Gouwah Peterson, first place, and Cassidy Swain, third place.

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He also expressed his pride in the school’s supportive community and the efforts of both staff and students in maintaining high standards.

The awards ceremony highlighted the school’s commitment to celebrating achievement and encouraging students to strive for their personal best.

Principal Denzil van Graan with the Grade 3 overall top achievers from left: Mckenzie Wyngaard, second place, Ziah Baker, first place, and Lulonke Manzana, third place.

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Principal Denzil van Graan with the Foundation Phase (Grades 1–3) overall top achievers from left: Ziah Baker, Grade 3 first place, Monisha Wiskut, Grade 1 first place, and Gouwah Peterson, Grade 2 first place.

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Principal Denzil van Graan with the Grade 4 overall top achievers from left: Juliet Mzokomera, second place, Malachi Layters, first place, and Alison Norris, third place.

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Principal Denzil van Graan with the Intermediate Phase (Grades 4–6) overall top achievers from left: Mckenah Fortune, joint first place for Grade 6, Malachi Layters, Grade 4 first place, Crystal Fritz, Grade 5 first place, and Kylie Arendse, Grade 6 joint first place.

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Grade 5 teacher Leigh-Ann Isaacs with the Grade 5 overall top achievers from left: Humaira van der Fort, third place, Crystal Fritz, first place and Phinley Clayton, second place.

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Principal Denzil van Graan with the Grade 6 overall top achievers: Dominque Overmeyer, second place, Mckenah Fortune, joint first place with Kylie Arendse, and Zeena Moses, third place.

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