Welcome to Silverleaf Primary

Our Motto = SOARING TO EXCELLENCE

Our Story

Founded in 2016, Silverleaf Primary School was born out of a vision to provide quality education in one of Cape Town’s most underserved communities — Dunoon, located in the Cape Farms region of the Western Cape.

Dunoon is a vibrant but highly overcrowded township, marked by poverty, limited infrastructure, and pressing social challenges. Yet, in the heart of this adversity, Silverleaf Primary stands as a beacon of hope, determination, and transformation.

What started as a small, struggling school has grown into a thriving learning space that now serves hundreds of learners from the surrounding informal settlements. Our classrooms may be modest, but our spirit is powerful — powered by passionate educators, supportive parents, and resilient children with big dreams.

Despite limited resources, our mission remains clear: to break the cycle of poverty through education. We are more than just a school — we are a safe haven, a second home, and a launchpad for future leaders.

From 2016 to now, Silverleaf has become a symbol of what’s possible when a community believes in the power of education. Every learner who walks through our gates is a reminder that greatness can rise from even the humblest beginnings.

A Glimpse Into School Life

Explore the vibrant moments, creative projects, and special events that make our school community so unique.

In the Classroom

Our commitment to academic achievement, innovative teaching, and a love of learning that prepares learners for success.

Beyond the Classroom

From sports to culture and creative arts, our extra-mural activities help learners explore their passions, build teamwork, and grow in confidence.

Our Principal

Mrs NS Vumazonke

Silverleaf Primary School aims to lay a foundation in developing the intellectual and life skills of learners and nurturing them to be life-long learners  and whilst ensuring a happy teaching and learning environment.

One of the school’s aims and purpose is not to focus on the academical success of learners only but a holistic development of each learner. Our focus is on creating a positive and conducive environment for the children to succeed and assist each learner on their road to self-actualisation using innovative teaching and learning despite the poor background in Dunoon.

We have a dynamic staff and our emphasis is on being a family that supports each other and our learners in all spheres of life.

Our Vision

The vision of the school is to become an esteemed educational institution by producing learners who are responsible, competent globally and strive to achieve excellence in all spheres of life.

Our Mission

Our mission is to employ an inclusive approach to education to ensure we produce active citizens that are able to compete in an ever-changing world whilst offering a healthy and conducive teaching and learning environment for all stakeholders.

Our Values

Respect, Integrity, Excellence, Perseverance and Compassion.

Active Learning

Grade R Graduation

Grade R Graduation

Grade 7 Graduation

More than just Education

By enrolling your child at Silverleaf Primary, you’re giving them more than just an education, you’re giving them a place where they can grow with purpose, joy, and confidence.