GRADES

National Curriculum Statements (NCS/CAPS) are followed.

Foundation Phase Grade 0 – Grade 3

In the Foundation Phase there are three Learning Programmes which are Literacy (English, Afrikaans, isiZulu), Life Skills and Numeracy. These are the vehicles through which the eight Learning Areas are integrated.

Intermediate Phase Grade 4 – Grade 6

• Language, Literacy, Communication (English / Afrikaans)
• Mathematics
• Natural Sciences and Technology
• Social Sciences
• Life Orientation / Arts & Culture

Senior Phase Grade 7 – Grade 9

As above for Intermediate Phase but with the addition of:

• Economic & Management Sciences
• Technology
• Arts & Culture

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FET Phase Grade 10 – Grade 12

English, Afrikaans, Mathematics, Mathematical Literacy and Life Orientation are compulsory.

Learners need to select one cluster:

• Geography/History
• Science/Life Science
• Business Studies/Accountancy

And then one additional subject: History, Geography, Science, Life Sciences, Accountancy or Business Studies.

Knowledge Network is an external diploma/certification programme.  The learners start the program from Grade 0 right through to Grade 12.  In the primary school the learners use a variety of windows-based programs plus they are introduced to coding. In the high school they change over to iPads so that they can learn to handle different digital tools.  They also start the KN In-school Diploma Programme, it will prepare them to cope with the standards of work required of them in Matric, University and in the work environment.

Grade 4 to 11 learners must achieve a 70% pass rate in order to receive their certificate at the end of their year/level.  In grade 12 they complete a four-hour assessment, which includes a brief, research and presentation of the research work using office tools.  In order to receive their Diploma they must achieve a 70% pass.

Subjects offered are determined by the demand of pupils wishing to take the particular subject.

All the learners in the school are assessed on a continuous basis throughout the year and write summative assessments, in most learning areas termly, in the form of cycle tests and formal exams, written twice a year.

The school hosts a number of professional staff, namely; Psychologists, Remedial, Occupational, Speech and Physio therapists.  Children are thus able to receive additional support on the school premises during, and after school time.  However it needs to be noted that these professionals are not included in the school fees.