School Programs and Workshops

JNFSA works closely with the South African Jewish Day Schools, running educational programmes bringing Environmental and Judaic principles into daily life.

This includes bringing Shlichim from KKL-JNF, running educator seminars in Israel, collecting seeds for the WSEC centre to allow the less fortunate to have access to fresh produce and sharing KKL-JNF materials, kits and information.

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Thank you to all the Jewish Day Schools for participating in JNFSA's Tu B'Shvat 5786/2026 seed drive. On the 26th February 2026, King David Sandton Grade 7 boys, as well as community members, attended the seed planting day at the JNF Walter Sisulu Environmental Centre in Mamelodi.

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In the wake of the 7 October attacks, the tragic loss of Ariel and Kfir Bibas has come to symbolise both unimaginable grief and extraordinary resilience. Their aunt, Ofri Bibas-Levy, together with the Base, JNFSA and the South African Jewish community has committed to honouring their memory not only through mourning, but through acts of kindness and impact. Speaking at the launch of the Bibas Children Youth Impact Challenge, our newest joint initiative, shared how pain has been transformed into purpose, inspiring initiatives that spread light, unity, and generosity across Israel and now, South Africa, too. Even in the darkest moments, the Bibas family’s story reminds us that compassion, courage, and community can shape a better future. Through education, youth leadership, and meaningful action, we commit that their legacy will continue to touch lives and strengthen the fabric of our society.

JNFSA shared KKL-JNF Independence Day Activity kits with some of the schools in preparation for Yom Ha'Atzmaut. The learners at King David School also enjoyed using the interactive activity itself.

Yeshiva College Pre-Primary School using the KKL-JNF Parachute

KKL - JNF posters seen around the schools

Educator Seminars 2025 - 2026

The educator seminars are aimed at strengthening Jewish and Zionist identity and instilling values of heritage and environmental sustainability, sharing valuable resources and knowledge with learners. These seminars run in July and December.

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