Community Keepers

Community Keepers We create safe spaces for honest conversations and help schools build a culture of wellbeing.

Our team at Rietenbosch Primary School in Stellenbosch shared this success story with us:"Towards the end of last year, ...
04/02/2026

Our team at Rietenbosch Primary School in Stellenbosch shared this success story with us:

"Towards the end of last year, we became aware of a grade 7 learner who was not registered to go to any high school, and who was also abusing drugs and drifting between homes.

Realising that this learner would most likely 'fall through the cracks' unless someone acted, we immediately made a referral to ABBA (an organisation rendering substance use services) and arranged for him to apply to a local school of skills.

Throughout this process, we continued to render counselling services to him, slowly, but surely, rebuilding a sense of hope.

Earlier this month, a staff member from ABBA visited our office and told us how well this learner was doing. He's been attending all the classes from ABBA and was accepted to the school of skills he applied for.

This story made us realise once again just how important it is to go that extra mile for 'the one'."

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A family restoredA grade six child was initially referred to our office in the wake of their parents’ divorce. Our offic...
02/02/2026

A family restored

A grade six child was initially referred to our office in the wake of their parents’ divorce. Our office referred the parent to the Department of Social Development to improve the co-parenting and parent-child relationships.

A year later, the parents now share custody and there have been significant improvements in the child’s behaviour, academic performance, and social interactions.

We cannot do our work alone. Our referral pathways and connection to the local community are vital to supporting our learners.

Why It MattersWhen learners feel supported, everything changes.They’re more likely to stay in school, build resilience, ...
27/01/2026

Why It Matters

When learners feel supported, everything changes.

They’re more likely to stay in school, build resilience, form healthy relationships and unlock their full potential. Our work helps make that possible: one learner, one school, one community at a time.

By strengthening wellbeing in schools, we help communities break harmful cycles and open doors to brighter futures. Join us as we walk alongside the next generation and help impact the nation.

Permission to have funA learner excitedly asked when they could visit the CK office again. The CK employee replied, sayi...
21/01/2026

Permission to have fun

A learner excitedly asked when they could visit the CK office again. The CK employee replied, saying they could pop into the “kantoor” (office) any time. “You mean the FUNtoor?”, the learner asked.

A humorous little play on words.

This small, joyful moment reminded us how learners experience CK: not as a formal place, but as a warm, welcoming space where talking, laughing, and feeling safe all come naturally.

A gentle reminder at the start of a new week 🩵🩷
19/01/2026

A gentle reminder at the start of a new week 🩵🩷

One learner. One journey. A ripple effect.A past learner, now an assistant teacher, shared how group sessions with us in...
16/01/2026

One learner. One journey. A ripple effect.

A past learner, now an assistant teacher, shared how group sessions with us inspired her to pursue education as a career. She’s enrolling in further studies next year, determined to make a difference. This is what hope in action looks like.

Quote of the day 🧡
15/01/2026

Quote of the day 🧡

New year, same safe space The first bell of 2026 has rung!The start of a year can be a mix of big dreams and big nerves....
14/01/2026

New year, same safe space

The first bell of 2026 has rung!

The start of a year can be a mix of big dreams and big nerves. Whatever you're feeling, you do not have to navigate it alone.

At Community Keepers, we believe that for a child to learn, they first need to feel safe and heard. That’s why we are proud to be active in 89 schools across the country, providing a listening ear and professional psychosocial support to those who need it most.

Welcome back to all our students, teachers, and school families. Wishing you an incredible first week!

The noise of results day can be overwhelming. As the dust starts to settle, we want to remind you to check in with the m...
13/01/2026

The noise of results day can be overwhelming. As the dust starts to settle, we want to remind you to check in with the most important person in this process: YOU 🧡

Regardless of the numbers on that paper, your mental health and well-being remain the priority. Take a moment today to breathe, move your body, and be kind to yourself.

Tag a friend who needs a reminder to take a deep breath today 👇

To the Class of 2025: take a deep breath 🌿The wait is almost over. As you prepare to receive your results, we want you t...
13/01/2026

To the Class of 2025: take a deep breath 🌿

The wait is almost over. As you prepare to receive your results, we want you to remember one thing: you are so much more than a symbol on a page.

Whether you get the results you hoped for or things didn’t go quite as planned, your journey doesn't end here. You have shown incredible resilience, navigated challenges, and made it to this finish line. That alone is a massive achievement.

Celebrate your hard work.

Be kind to yourself.

Remember that there are many paths to success.

At Community Keepers, we are proud of every single one of you. Your future is bright because of who you are, not just what you achieved today.

Making Space to RestAs the school year comes to a close, we’re reminded how important it is to pause. Rest is not a brea...
12/12/2025

Making Space to Rest

As the school year comes to a close, we’re reminded how important it is to pause. Rest is not a break from progress, it’s part of it. It gives us space to breathe, reset and return with purpose.

In order to rest, we will be taking a break from social media over this festive period. Let this be your encouragement to unplug and slow down.

To our team, the learners and the educators we partner with, thank you for showing up with care and courage. We look forward to a new year of well being.

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Sustainability Institute, Lynedoch
Stellenbosch
7603

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Tuesday 08:00 - 16:00
Wednesday 08:00 - 16:00
Thursday 08:00 - 16:00
Friday 08:00 - 16:00

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because, Mental Health Matters

Join us in building a culture of well-being where every individual realizes his or her own potential, can cope with the normal stresses of life, can work productively and fruitfully, and is able to make a contribution to her or his community..

We base ourselves in child-friendly consulting rooms, on-site at schools, in under resourced communities. We offer therapeutic and psycho-social services to learners, their educators and parents or guardians.