THE LEARNING TRUST
Beyond the classroom
The Learning Trust supports the After School sector in South Africa by developing quality practitioners and building sustainable organisations. We offer focused coaching and skills-sharing in a variety of organisational development areas, and provide platforms for networking and collaborations that, in turn, serve children and youth in under-resourced communities.
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AMPLIFY After School Symposium 2026!
Innovation and Impact in After School Programmes
On 25–26 February 2026, nearly 200 leaders, practitioners, funders, government representatives and young people gathered in Cape Town for the AMPLIFY After School Symposium to strengthen collaboration and advance the after-school sector together.
Through keynote addresses, panel discussions and interactive Idea Labs, participants explored ideas, shared practical approaches and reflected on supporting young people beyond the classroom, while the AMPLIFY After School Programme Awards celebrated sector innovators.
Latest News
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After School Programmes Are South Africa’s untapped Solution
South Africa’s education system is faced with a myriad of challenges that negatively impact learning and employment outcomes. Studies such as the ThrivebyFive Index show that many learners start Grade 1 already far behind, with only 42% of our children in early learning settings are developmentally “on track”, which is one of the contributing factors to our … Read more
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6th annual Lights On After School Movement highlights mentorship in fighting youth unemployment
On 23 October, South Africa will join several countries around the world in marking the sixth annual Lights On After School (LOAS) campaign. Led locally by The Learning Trust in partnership with YearBeyond, the initiative shines a spotlight on the critical role After School Programmes (ASPs)play in shaping young lives, by reducing school dropout and creating pathways out of poverty … Read more
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Strengthening the After School Sector: TLT Annual Report 2024
The Learning Trust is proud to share our 2024 Annual Report, a reflection of a three-year journey to strengthen South Africa’s extended learning sector. This year’s report highlights how After School Programmes (ASPs) continue to play a critical role in advancing education equity, reducing dropout rates and preparing young people for meaningful futures. From supporting … Read more
