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We're a school with a passion

We're dedicated to nurturing a truly
student-focused learning space.

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We strive to inspire

We want to instil a love of learning, resilience
and self-regulation in every student.

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Personalised Teaching

We strive to make every student who
enters our school, feel seen, heard
and understood.

A STUDENT-CENTRED APPROACH

Every parent wants the best educational environment for their child. Some forward-thinking parents and students have found the solution at The Hoot institute. More and more students are being diagnosed with learning barriers and are advised that the mainstream model is not able to best serve them or their needs. Adults and students that are completing, or have completed their hifz studies, have also found this to be an effective way to achieve a high school credential quickly, opening the door to further studies.

 

We offer a fully supported online programme for forward thinking families and students who want to enjoy a flexible and stress-free academic journey. Contact us to find out more.

Our aim is to make every student who enters our nest, feel seen, heard and understood.

We create an environment that is a move away from the traditional school model which is driven by rewards or punishments. A restorative approach focuses on the students’ interests and emotional states and provides meta-cognitive tools to enable students to not merely cope, but to experience success. This approach depends upon secure relationships and our small classrooms which allow us to nurture authentic connections which are the cornerstone to real learning.

We provide a mindful education solution

We have a passionate desire to provide a learning space that truly focuses on the student and inspires a love of learning as well as resilience and self-regulation.

 Our aim is to make every student who enters our nest, feel seen, heard and understood.

Our aim is to make every student who enters our nest, feel seen, heard and understood.

We create an environment that is a move away from the traditional school model which is driven by rewards or punishments. A restorative approach focuses on the students’ interests and emotional states and provides meta-cognitive tools to enable students to not merely cope, but to experience success. This approach depends upon secure relationships and our small classrooms which allow us to nurture authentic connections which are the cornerstone to real learning.

We provide a mindful education solution.

We have a passionate desire to provide a learning space that truly focuses on the student and inspires a love of learning as well as resilience and self-regulation.

Our aim is to make every student who enters our nest, feel seen, heard and understood.

ACTIVITIES

Art Classes

An optional class where our students can release their creativity.


Life Coaching

We offer one-on-one life coaching, focusing on the development of the mind. 

Physical Activities

Outdoor exercise that is designed to promote health and to help focus during study time.

Experiential Activities

Different activities to help engage our students.

 

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TESTIMONIALS

“I contacted Theresa Minne from HOOT after my Life Coach suggested her to supervise my son’s GED®. Given that the traditional school framework was not working for him it has proven to be an incredible solution. From the beginning, Theresa has been enthusiastic, supportive and incredibly caring. We are utterly grateful to Theresa and would highly recommend HOOT-a supportive and caring environment.

Janet Gelgor
Parent

“I learn and memorise the Quraan full time. I completed grade 9, but now at 19 I am wanting to finish my schooling… I was introduced to the GED by my tutor, and I am really happy with it… I recommend it to everyone looking to achieve a high school exit alternative.”

Husna Parker
Student

“Since my grandson joined HOOT, we have seen significant improvement in his ability to focus, his attitude changed from an angry teenager to a loving young boy. 

From being annihilated and bullied by teachers and learners at a public school, he is now not only able to cope in the class, but is thriving and happy.

I would definitely recommend HOOT.  My grandson not only has a teacher but a HERO.”

Vennesia Loubser
Grandparent

“Hoot is the ideal environment for parents with teens who struggle with the mainstream school environment, where learners are always praised and uplifted no matter how small their accomplishment. To any parent who has an unhappy teenager and is looking for a different learning experience for their child, where they can thrive and be nurtured into caring, responsible adults, I would recommend Hoot. The GED® curriculum is easy to follow and for any teenager struggling with main stream, I would recommend the GED®. I had an unhappy and bullied teenager until we made the change a year ago.

Leslene Jones
Parent

“Homeschool was never the question with our son, Liam. It was, “with whom?” and, “which curriculum?”. At the birth of a perfectly holistic, accommodative environment, Theresa, provided the GED platform that gave Liam the opportunity to determine his own test readiness, without being removed from the class room just because he is diagnosed with ADHD and dyslexia. Quite frankly, he loved the challenge of being in competition with himself…Producing work from 50% to 70% within 3 months. (And getting merits like a sleep-in). Hoot allowed him something that we all struggle with… Permission to be yourself. Thank you, Theresa and Hoot.

Loretta Hartman
Parent

“Homeschool was never the question with our son, Liam. It was, “with whom?” and, “which curriculum?”. At the birth of a perfectly holistic, accommodative environment, Theresa, provided the GED platform that gave Liam the opportunity to determine his own test readiness, without being removed from the class room just because he is diagnosed with ADHD and dyslexia. Quite frankly, he loved the challenge of being in competition with himself…Producing work from 50% to 70% within 3 months. (And getting merits like a sleep-in). Hoot allowed him something that we all struggle with… Permission to be yourself. Thank you, Theresa and Hoot.

Leslene Jones
Parent

CONNECT WITH US

Please contact us with any questions you might have. We are always happy to
provide further insights into our unique school.