Phiwemihle meaning 'beautiful gift' is exactly that, a beautiful gift to our school. She is a 5 year old girl who started in our Grade 1 this January. As well as looking absolutely adorable with bright shining eyes, she has also has a wonderful loving nature and is very popular within the class.

She lives in town with her mum and younger brother who she is very close to. Phiwe is very excited for next year when her brother will also be old enough to come to our school. Phiwe's father lives in a village just outside of town but she is fortunate to see him regularly. In fact she is so close with her father that sometimes after finishing school she just decides for herself to head over to his village to spend the night. Being such a small, gentle and quiet child you wouldn't expect the confidence and responsibility with which she handles her life.

In the classroom, Phiwemihle loves stories. Whether she is listening to them or telling her own to her friends, she always has a twinkle in her eye where stories are concerned. It is taking time for her to get used to writing letters and numbers but if you consider that she is only 6 years old, then its clear she is doing very well. She loves to count and organise things, and she told her teacher that she wants to be a business lady when she grows up.

At home Phiwe is very responsible, taking care of her brother and helping her mum around the house. You can see this during free play at school, where she always takes on the role of mummy in the games.

We are so happy that Phiwe found her way to Sisonke School, as the bright light she has inside her will now be cherished and allowed to grow ever brighter with each step of her development.

We are appealing for sponsorship for her, as her family are only able to contribute a small amount per month towards her school fees.

Please support us in giving Phiwemihle a brighter future.