Tsaroga Phoka Primary School

School Name: Tsaroga Phoka Primary school

Age Group: Grade 5-7 students

Date: 22 June 2025

Duration: 7 hours

Objectives:

- To introduce students to the history and culture of Pretoria, the administrative capital of South Africa

- To provide students with a behind-the-scenes look at the production of South African currency and coins at the South African Mint

- To educate students about the role and functions of the South African Reserve Bank

- To promote financial literacy and awareness among students

- To provide students with a fun and educational experience through Pretoria sightseeing

Curriculum Alignment:

- This excursion aligns with the following learning outcomes in the South African National Curriculum:

    - Social Sciences: Grade 4-7, Term 2: "South African History and Culture"

        - Develop an understanding of the history and culture of Pretoria and its significance in South African history

        - Analyze the role of Pretoria as the administrative capital of South Africa

    - Economic and Management Sciences: Grade 4-7, Term 2: "Money and Financial Transactions"

        - Understand the concept of money and its uses

        - Learn about the different forms of currency and their denominations

Itinerary:

1. 8:00 am - 9:00 am: Pretoria Sightseeing

    - Take students on a guided tour of Pretoria, visiting famous landmarks such as the Voortrekker Monument

    - Provide students with a brief history of each landmark and its significance in South African history and culture

2. 9:00 am - 10:00 am: Visit to Church Square

    - Take students to Church Square, a historic public square in the heart of Pretoria

    - Explore the square's historic buildings, including the Old Raadsaal, the Palace of Justice, and the Old Capitol Theatre

    - Provide students with a brief history of the square and its significance in South African history and culture

3. 10:00 am - 11:00 am: Visit to the South African Reserve Bank

    - Take students on a guided tour of the South African Reserve Bank, where they will learn about the bank's history, functions, and role in the South African economy

    - Explore the bank's interactive exhibits, which showcase the different aspects of banking and finance, such as currency management and monetary policy

    - Allow students to participate in a hands-on activity, such as a simulated banking experience or a game about personal finance

4. 11:00 am - 12:00 pm: Lunch at the Pretoria Botanical Gardens

    - Take students to the beautiful Pretoria Botanical Gardens, where they will enjoy a packed lunch or a meal at the gardens' restaurant

    - Encourage students to take a stroll around the gardens and enjoy the beautiful scenery and tranquil atmosphere

5. 13:00 pm - 14:00 pm: Visit to the South African Mint

    - Take students on a guided tour of the South African Mint, where they will learn about the history and production of South African coins

    - Explore the mint's interactive exhibits, which showcase the different stages of coin production, from design to minting

    - Allow students to participate in a hands-on activity, such as designing their own coin or learning about the art of coin-making

6. 14:00 pm - 16:00 pm: Pretoria Sightseeing

    - Continue the Pretoria sightseeing tour, visiting additional landmarks such as the freedom Park, Voortrekker, Fountains Valley, UNISA, Schanskop and fort Klopperkop

    - Provide students with a brief history of each landmark and its significance in South African history and culture

Cost: 

R300 per student (includes transportation, entrance fees, guided tours, and interactive activities)