Foundation Phase Learning Resources

Building tomorrow's South Africa starts in Grade 1

Award-winning CAPS-aligned books, stationery and an AI-powered learning platform — everything Foundation Phase teachers, schools and parents need in one place.

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Foundation Phase Books
Top Class, Pump It Up & more
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Stationery Bundles
From R289 — complete school packs
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Grade 1
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Grade 2
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Shuters Learn is South Africa's first AI learning platform built specifically for Foundation Phase — because a Grade 2 child who can't read yet still deserves access to a great teacher after school hours.

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The AI reads everything aloud — no reading required
In Foundation Phase mode, every question, instruction and answer is spoken out loud using the device's built-in speech engine. A Grade 1 child who cannot read yet can still use the platform. No internet required for the audio. Parent: "My Grade 2 child can't read yet — but the app speaks to her and she taps the answer."
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Patient answers to any "but why?" question — at 9pm
A 7-year-old can ask "Why does 2+2=4?" or "What does this word mean?" and get a calm, age-appropriate explanation. Siphesihle never says "I already told you" and never makes the child feel stupid for asking again. Parent: "My child asks questions I can't always answer after a long day at work. Now someone always explains it properly."
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Mother-tongue support — isiZulu, English, or both
CAPS requires mother-tongue instruction in Grade 1–3. The platform has a dedicated isiZulu teacher (Mntwana uNomvula Shabalala) who teaches fully in isiZulu. Siphesihle switches between English and isiZulu in the same conversation. Parent: "My child struggles when everything is in English. This platform talks to her in her language."
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Daily parent report on WhatsApp — no app needed
Foundation Phase learners are 6–8 years old. Parents are the real decision-makers. Every day, the parent receives a WhatsApp message: "Sipho completed 2 activities in Grade 2 Maths today. His reading score improved by 15% this week." No app download. No login. Just WhatsApp, which every South African parent already has.
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Register your school
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Add your class, set subjects and share your unique 6-character join code with learners.
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Learners register on any device — phone, tablet or PC. Parents can assist Grade 1-3 learners.
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Curated Collections

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Hand-picked titles by our editorial team — CAPS-aligned, SA-published, and ready to support every learner from Grade 1 to 12.

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Stationery & Supplies

Everything your learner needs on Day 1

Affordable, CAPS-ready stationery for Grade 1–3. Buy individually or save with the bundle pack.

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HB Pencils 12-Pack
R35 — tap to add
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Crayons 16-Colour
R42 — tap to add
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Safety Scissors
R28 — tap to add
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Glue Sticks 2-Pack
R38 — tap to add
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Exercise Books ×5
R65 — tap to add
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Letter Flashcards
R95 — tap to add
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Foundation Phase Stationery Bundle
All of the above in one pack · R289
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Letter & Number Flashcards
A-Z letters + numbers 1-100 · Laminated
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Drawing Books & Art Supplies
A4 drawing books, markers & activity books
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Classroom Bulk Orders
30-learner classroom bundles · R1 450
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Complete Foundation Phase packs

Everything a learner needs for the year — bundled and discounted. One order, one delivery to school or home.

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Grade 1 Starter Pack
  • 📗 Top Class Maths Grade 1
  • 📗 Top Class Home Language Grade 1
  • 📗 Top Class Life Skills Grade 1
  • 📗 Pump It Up Phonics Grade 1
  • 📓 Numeracy Workbook Grade 1
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  • 📒 Exercise books (5-pack)
Save R80 vs buying separately
R599 / learner
Grade 2
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Grade 2 Complete Pack
  • 📗 Top Class Maths Grade 2
  • 📗 Top Class Home Language Grade 2
  • 📗 Top Class Life Skills Grade 2
  • 📗 Pump It Up Phonics Grade 2
  • 📓 Numeracy Workbook Grade 2
  • 📗 FAL Learner's Book Grade 2
  • ✏️ Full stationery set
Save R90 vs buying separately
R649 / learner
Grade 3
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Grade 3 Complete Pack
  • 📗 Top Class Maths Grade 3
  • 📗 Top Class Home Language Grade 3
  • 📗 Top Class Life Skills Grade 3
  • 📗 Pump It Up Phonics Grade 3
  • 📓 Numeracy Workbook Grade 3
  • 📗 FAL Learner's Book Grade 3
  • ✏️ Full stationery set
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R699 / learner
For Schools
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Classroom Stationery Bundle
  • ✏️ 12-pack HB pencils × 30
  • 🖍️ 16-colour crayons × 30
  • ✂️ Safety scissors × 30
  • 🧴 Glue sticks × 30
  • 📒 Exercise books × 30
  • 🎨 Drawing books × 30
  • 📦 Delivered to school address
Best value for classrooms
R1 450 / 30 learners
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"The Pump It Up Phonics series completely transformed how my Grade 1 class approaches reading. The AI platform helps me identify who's struggling before it becomes a problem."
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Grade 1 Teacher · KwaZulu-Natal
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"As a school principal, the Shuters Learn platform gives me visibility across all Foundation Phase classes. The AI reports save teachers hours every week."
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Sipho Khumalo
Principal · Gauteng Primary School
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"My daughter uses the AI tutor every afternoon. It speaks in isiZulu when she needs it, explains things at her level, and she's gone from struggling to loving reading."
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Parent of Grade 2 learner · Durban
News & Updates

From Shuters & the classroom

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Product Launch
Pump It Up Phonics now available for Grade 2 & 3
The popular Foundation Phase phonics series expands — new Grade 2 and Grade 3 titles now available for order. Fully CAPS-aligned with updated activities.
June 2026 · Shuters Publishers
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AI Platform
Shuters Learn AI platform opens free school pilot
We're offering free full-access to the first 50 schools that register. Foundation Phase teachers can now access AI tutors, automated marking and learner analytics at no cost.
June 2026 · Shuters Digital
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Education
DBE updates Foundation Phase CAPS — what teachers need to know
The Department of Basic Education has confirmed updates to the Foundation Phase curriculum for 2027. All Shuters materials will be updated accordingly.
May 2026 · Education News
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