The #BackOnTrack programme is a big, bold intervention to reverse Covid-19 learning losses in the Western Cape. As educational leaders we have to act, and we have to act decisively, and we have to act in a way that has impact in order to deal with what is a full-blown learning crisis.

R1.2 billion will be invested into the #BackOnTrack programme over the next three years, to improve learning outcomes so that our children have a better future in the Western Cape. The programme marks a big change from ‘business as usual’ in our schools.

A key component of the #BackOnTrack programme is that all stakeholders in learning are being supported simultaneously, recognising that we can all make a contribution towards improving learning outcomes. A variety of teaching, learning and support methods (both in person and online) are coupled with bespoke resources and infused with 21st Century pedagogies.

For more information see the State of the Global Education Crisis and media release by Minister David Maynier, Minister of Education Western Cape.