1. The initial or introductory stage of a process, program, or education system, typically covering early elementary years and establishing fundamental skills
The foundation phase in South African schools includes grades R to 3, focusing on basic literacy and numeracy.
A fase fundamental nas escolas sul-africanas inclui as séries R a 3, focando em alfabetização e numeracia básicas.
2. The earliest stage of something's development where core elements are established
During the foundation phase of the project, we established the key objectives and timeline.
Durante a fase fundamental do projeto, estabelecemos os objetivos principais e o cronograma.