Seeds of Transformation
Growing Innovation in Foundation Phase Teacher Education
Seeds of Transformation is a national South African collaboration bringing partner universities together to identify, share and grow innovation in Foundation Phase teacher education.
Inspired by the spirit of Ubuntu, the project recognises that powerful ideas are already taking root in classrooms, communities and teacher education programmes across the country. By connecting people and sharing knowledge, we aim to help these seeds of innovation grow into lasting, system-wide change.
Introductory Section
Growing What Already Works
Across South Africa, teacher educators, institutions and communities are developing creative responses to the realities of Foundation Phase education. Seeds of Transformation creates a shared space where these success stories can be identified, documented, strengthened and made accessible to others.
Through collaboration and collective knowledge stewardship, the project is building a stronger foundation for teaching and learning in diverse South African contexts.
Curate Stories of Innovation
We identify and develop case narratives that showcase innovative people, projects and places in Foundation Phase teacher education.
Build a National Network
We connect Foundation Phase teacher educators across South Africa to encourage collaboration, shared learning and continued professional growth.
Develop a Postgraduate Diploma
The knowledge and relationships developed through the project will contribute to a Postgraduate Diploma in Foundation Phase Teacher Education.
Innovation at a Glance
What Does Innovation Mean in Foundation Phase Education?
For Seeds of Transformation, innovation is not simply about introducing something new. It is about developing practical, inclusive and sustainable responses that improve teaching and learning in real South African contexts.
Our understanding of innovation continues to emerge through the stories, experiences and knowledge contributed by teacher educators and their communities.
Help Shape the Future of Foundation Phase Teacher Education
Join a growing national community committed to strengthening Foundation Phase teacher education in South Africa. Whether you are a teacher educator, researcher, practitioner, institutional partner or community contributor, your knowledge and experience can help grow the movement.
