The was lots of excitement and a few tears shed by pupils and parents alike as the new year started at schools around Kouga yesterday.

Abigail and Richard Janse Van Rensburg love their new uniforms. Photo: RRAD

JBay Primary students were very excited about their new school uniforms while there was plenty of nerves on display from the Grade One youngsters.

Simone Oostuizen is in Grade One this year.

There is still a huge transport problem for students who have to travel to Humansdorp for their education. There is simply not enough transport available and, in many cases, not enough money either.