Rondevlei Nature Reserve lies in Grassy Park, which makes it sound like a rather large grassy area when in fact the nature reserve is anything but. Rather, it forms part of a far greater body of water just north of Baden Powell Drive on the False Bay coastline, between Muizenberg and Strandfontein. But you reach its entrance via the suburb of Grassy Park. Rondevlei has some of the most spectacular views. Close to the sea here, you are surrounded by water with clear views of the range of mountains that dominate the southern suburbs of Cape Town. This protected area is 2 km of wetland and lake, and a seriously great place to be first thing in the morning, when the sun still glints off spiders’ webs and the calls of water birds rent the air. The bigger body of water is known as the greater False Bay Ecology Park, and includes both Rondevlei and Zeekoevlei Nature Reserve. Rondevlei bird sanctuary extends for 2.2 square kilometres across a permanent wetland and a huge lagoon. Despite being in the middle of a city, one feels as though one has escaped. So do the birds, as around 230 bird species make this their home. It is also home to a group of hippos, whose footprints one can just make out in the mud if one makes it there early in the morning. The Rondevlei reserve has both a permanent wetland to the north, where Cape Flats Sand Fynbos grows, and seasonal wetlands in the south, home to Cape Flats Dune Strandveld. Roughly 280 species of indigenous plants grow here, and the nursery at the entrance is well worth a visit if you're after water-wise plants. The space is alive with ducks, herons, ibises, pelicans, weavers and a lot more if you are prepared to wait it out in one of the bird hides. And you might, maybe, perhaps, but it isn't likely, spot a hippo from one of the two viewing towers. There is also a small museum and a network of footpaths that take one through the reserve. Mammals include the Cape grysbok, porcupines, Cape dune mole rats and the Cape clawless otter also scurry through the undergrowth.

Kempton Park is a large town situated on the East Rand of Gauteng. Home to numerous shopping malls, Emperor’s Palace with its theatres and restaurants, and the busiest airport in Africa, it’s a great choice for business and leisure travellers alike. Established in 1903, Kempton Park includes the suburbs of Birchleigh, Kempton Park West, Edleen, Van Riebeeck Park, Glen Marais, Norkem Park, Allen Grove, Nimrod Park, Rhodesfield, Bonaero Park, Terenure, Esther Park, Aston Manor, Spartan, and Croydon, to name a few. Oliver Tambo International Airport, previously known as Jan Smuts Airport, is the busiest airport in Africa and provides easy access to Kempton Park from just about any city in the country. With a number of conference venues and accommodation to suit all needs and budgets, Kempton Park is a great choice for business travellers. Leisure seekers will enjoy spending a day at Emperors Palace with its casino, spa, diverse restaurants, Odeon Showbar, and Theatre of Marcellus which has hosted performers of the likes of Barry Hilton, Steve Hofmeyr, Johnny Clegg, and Kurt Darren. Indulge in a touch of retail therapy at Birch Acres Mall and Bonaero Park Shopping Centre, go ice skating at Festival Mall Ice Arena, or play a round of golf at Kempton Park Golf Course. Kempton Park is a well-developed town with a variety of restaurants, attractions, and accommodation to suit all ages.

St Agnes Primary School caters for learners from across the socio-economic spectrum. We have learners from the surrounding areas, the townships, Nazareth House – a home for HIV/AIDS children, Ons Plek – a shelter for street children and a large number of refugees from different African countries. The majority of these parents are unable to contribute financially towards school fees, but no-one is refused admission to the school. Unemployment, drug abuse, gangsterism and a decline in moral values are an enormous challenge, but we are devoted to Catholic education and are supported in our mission by a well-qualified and dedicated group of educators. St. Agnes Primary is committed to develop the potential of every learner in a Catholic environment so that they can make a meaningful contribution to this community in the spirit of ‘ubuntu’. The school strives towards total commitment in excellence through our teaching practice and empathizing with our school community through Pastoral Care. The school aims to transform the whole person, to develop our learners so that they can use their gifts and skills to lead meaningful and fulfilling lives of service and love, and to enrich their lives through their liturgical and sacramental experience of God which leads to a mature, personal relationship with God.