Orchards Primary School learners welcome new year with donated stationery
Education Emporium donated 60 stationery packs to Orchards Primary School, going above and beyond to assist those parents who can't afford stationery themselves.
Orchards Primary School welcomed in the 2025 school year on January 17, with new school stationery, courtesy of Education Emporium.
Education Emporium founder Norleen Zulu explained that she saw a need for the stationery drive because, as the new school year began, many families in the community struggled to make ends meet.
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“Despite Norwood’s affluent reputation, there are children whose parents cannot afford basic stationery, hindering their educational journey. To address this issue, the Education Emporium donated 60 stationery packs to underprivileged learners, providing essential tools for young minds to thrive academically.”
The initiative aimed to inspire hope, foster a love for learning, and demonstrate Education Emporium’s dedication to empowering the next generation.
Orchards Primary School principal Cordelia Ramahuma was grateful for the donation. “I am overjoyed that learners will have stationery packs to use while their parents prepare to buy them more stationery at the end of the month.”
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Education Emporium’s work involves collaborating with educators, organisations, and community leaders to identify and address the unique challenges disadvantaged learners face.
The organisation provides essential resources, including educational materials, mentorship programmes, and support services, to help learners thrive academically. It aims to empower learners to reach their full potential and create a brighter future for themselves and their communities.
Zulu concluded that Education Emporium hopes to raise awareness about the often-overlooked challenges faced by families in the community.
“Through our efforts, Education Emporium seeks to make a tangible difference in the lives of children, empowering them to reach their full potential and create a brighter future for all.”
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