our foundation phase curriculum

Building Strong Foundations for Lifelong Learning

In the Foundation Phase, learners develop core literacy, numeracy and life skills through play-based, hands-on activities — all fully CAPS-aligned and tailored for

Grades R, 1, 2 and 3.

Our interactive portal makes each lesson engaging, easy to follow and accessible anytime.

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Who's This Perfect For

Grade rRR learners

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grade 2 learners

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grade r-3 tutors

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learning centres

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What to Expect in the

Foundation Phase

Early Literacy & Language

Phonics, letter recognition, storytelling and emergent reading/writing skills.

Numeracy Fundamentals

Counting, number sense, simple addition/subtraction, shapes and patterns.

Headline

Art, music, life orientation and gross-motor play to foster creativity and social development.

Hands-On Learning

Worksheets, games, songs and activities that bring concepts to life.

Parental Support

Step-by-step memos, downloadables and progress checkpoints to guide every lesson.

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Grade R Detail

Overview & Outcomes

Recognise letters, numbers 1–20 and basic shapes
Develop fine motor skills through drawing, cutting and play-dough activities
Explore story time, rhymes and vocabulary building

Subjects Covered

Literacy: Letter sounds, pre-writing strokes, picture reading
Numeracy: Counting games, shape puzzles, sorting activities
Life Skills: Colour exploration, role-play, classroom routines

Resources & Activities

Printable flashcards & matching games
Animated video sing-alongs for letter and number songs
Interactive drag-and-drop online games

Parental Support

Daily lesson memos with talking points

“At-a-glance” progress chart for stickers and rewards

Grade 1 Detail

Overview & Outcomes

Read and write simple words and sentences
Master counting to 100 and basic addition/subtraction
Participate in group story projects and show-and-tell

Subjects Covered

Home Language: Vocabulary building, sentence formation, guided reading
Mathematics: Number bonds, place value, simple word problems
Life Skills: Fine motor crafts, classroom etiquette, healthy habits

Resources & Activities

Guided reading passages + comprehension questions
Virtual manipulatives for hands-on addition/subtraction
Monthly story-writing challenge with peer feedback

Parental Support

Weekly checklist for reading minutes and math practice

Printable progress certificates

Grade 2 Detail

Overview & Outcomes

Read fluently with expression; write short paragraphs
Understand skip-counting, basic multiplication concepts
Conduct simple “science lab” experiments at home

Subjects Covered

Language: Grammar basics, creative writing prompts
Number Sense: Skip counting, introduction to multiplication
Natural Sciences & Technology: Plant growth, water cycle, simple machines

Resources & Activities

Fill-in-the-blank grammar worksheets
Video-guided science demos with experiment logs
Interactive quizzes with instant feedback

Parental Support

Bi-weekly progress reports emailed automatically

“Experiment at Home” supply lists

Grade 3 Detail

Overview & Outcomes

Comprehend multi-paragraph texts; draft short stories
Multiply and divide within 100; solve two-step word problems
Explore local history and map skillsexperiments at home

Subjects Covered

Home Language: Reading fluency, book reviews, debate basics
Mathematics: Multiplication tables, division facts, measurement
Social Sciences: South African landmarks, map reading, community roles

Resources & Activities

Past-paper style “exams” for practice
Virtual map-explorer interactive tool
Creative “My Community” writing & drawing project

Parental Support

Monthly progress calendar with milestones

One-page “Tutor’s Tip” guides for tricky concepts

NGI Yearly Fees, Deposits & Monthly Instalments

Choose your grade level below to see the full annual fee, the one-off deposit required to secure your spot, and your affordable monthly installments.

This Phase-based model makes budgeting simple—pick your learner’s phase, secure your deposit, pay your annual registration fee and enjoy a full year of NGI’s CAPS-aligned curriculum at a predictable monthly rate.

Foundation Phase

Perfect for Grade R-3 Learners

Deposit secures your place and unlocks term-one content.

R106/mo

Registration Fee is

R1900 per year

Once-Off Deposit Fee is

R760 per year

Access to all Terms & Subjects

Include On-Demand Content,

Notes and Parent Control

and Dashboards

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Frequently Asked Questions

Have Questions?

What is NextGen Innovators?

We’re a South African eLearning portal offering fully CAPS-aligned curriculum solutions for Grades R–12—complete with multimedia lessons, worksheets, quizzes and progress-tracking tools for parents, tutors and centres.

How do I start the 7-day trial?

Click “Start your 7-day trial”, choose Basic Access, and pay R 5 via PayFast. You’ll get full Basic features for one term; cancel anytime before day 7 to avoid the ongoing R 299/month subscription.

Which grades and subjects are included?

Our portal covers every grade from R to 12. Core subjects include Mathematics, Natural Sciences, Languages (Home & First Additional), Social Sciences, Life Skills and Creative Arts—each mapped to CAPS objectives.

What’s the difference between Basic, Premium & Enterprise?

Basic (R 299/m): Student & Parent dashboards, downloadable resources, progress reports.

Premium (R 499/m): Everything in Basic plus Tutor/Teacher content-upload tools, automated grading and live virtual classrooms.

Enterprise (R 4 999/m): All Premium features plus a Central Admin console for managing multiple users, bulk enrolment, advanced analytics and more.

What payment methods do you accept?

We currently process payments via PayFast (credit/debit cards and EFT). More gateways (e.g. PayPal) are in development.

How can I cancel or change my plan?

Log into your portal, go to Account Settings → Subscription, and choose Cancel, Upgrade or Downgrade. Downgrades take effect at your next billing cycle; upgrades apply immediately (prorated).

How do I reset my password?

On the Login page, click “Forgot Password”, enter your registered email, and follow the reset link we send you.

Where can I get help or support?

For technical assistance or curriculum questions, email our support team at [email protected] or use the Live Chat widget in your dashboard. We aim to respond within 24 hours.