The Mbasana family opted to enroll their children in a state school in Simon's Town, citing better facilities and safety. They face significant challenges, including long commutes and the accompanying risks of public transport. Despite these hardships, parents in Cape Town are increasingly motivated to secure a better educational environment for their children, reflecting broader systemic issues impacting South Africa's educational landscape.

As families like the Mbasanas search for safer educational options, experts point out the profound inequalities in schooling shaped by South Africa's apartheid history, with many students still adversely affected by these disparities today. The urgent need for a safe learning environment has parents on a quest for change and better futures for their children, while highlighting the ongoing struggles within the country’s education system.