A LEARNING ECOSYSTEM THAT NURTURES NATURAL LEARNING
Transforming the way education is understood in the 21st century.
Vision
​Transforming the way education is understood in the 21st century. In a world where most of the jobs our children will end up doing don't yet exist, our education model supports the optimal emergence of highly capable, multi-faceted humans with the capacity to thrive in any context and environment as their own unique selves practicing the necessary skills to find sustainable and fulfilling work opportunities after school.
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Why Misty Meadows
Cassie Janisch, Director of Misty Meadows
Mission
At Misty Meadows, we believe that education is about empowering each child to learn and practice the skills necessary for success in adult life. Our mission is to provide an environment that enables every child to achieve this in the best way possible.
We accomplish this by implementing an organic education model that allows each child to customize and optimize their own learning journey. Just as a natural ecosystem supports the flourishing of all its organisms, our approach ensures that every student thrives and reaches their full potential.
Our Focus Areas
Self Development
KNOWING
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Self-awareness and understanding
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Self-mastery and courage
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Emotional awareness and regulation​
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Growth mindset
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Manners
Academics & Analytical thinking
THINKING
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Evidence of Higher Order Thinking Skills (HOTS): critical thinking, problem solving, applied knowledge
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Research​ skills​
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Documentation of understanding
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Subject-specific skills and knowledge
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General knowledge
Creativity, Practical skills & Innovation
DOING
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Creative self-expression
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Innovative ideas and implementation
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Making and practical skills development (doing)
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Entrepreneurship
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Project planning and management
Physical connection & Well being
BEING
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Physical health and fitness
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Body awareness and care
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Functioning as whole being (body, mind and soul), not just brain
Interpersonal skills & Community
CONNECTING
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Good communication skills
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Effective collaboration and teamwork​
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Conflict resolution
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Leadership
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Empathy and kindness
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Community service
Our Programs
We believe that every child has the innate capacity to self-assemble optimally using their own curiosity as their primary motivator. However, no child will self-assemble optimally if they are not exposed to a rich variety of inputs such as people, places, things and experiences as curiosity catalysts.
Testimonials
Support Misty Meadows
Quality organic education cannot be limited to those who can afford to attend expensive private schools in South Africa. For this reason we are committed to keeping our school fees reasonable and in line with government funded alternatives. We are grateful for any donations that people are willing to offer to support our school.
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In particular we are seeking sponsors for individual children from disadvantaged backgrounds. R30,000 will sponsor a child for a year.