Arts , Humanities & Social Science

Abstract

Young South Africans living in contexts of poverty face many challenges in their attempts to rise above their circumstances. The government has proposed that the education system needs to transition schools to adopt a culture of teaching and learning. However, adding support in the form of well-being teams has been successful in starting this cultural shift. Four different well-being teams participated in focus groups and activities. These teams consisted of teachers, learners, parents, and a mixed group with some teachers, learners, and parents together. Results suggest that, in an effort to level the playing field for young South Africans, the schooling system should continue to expand the well-being teams. This addition would help promote a culture of teaching and learning.