Academics

Academics

Pursuing academic excellence is our core purpose. Whilst numerous factors contribute to maintaining excellence in this area, the quality of teaching and learning that takes place during each and every lesson is fundamental. We offer an extensive academic curriculum with opportunities for academic extension and enrichment. We are driven by the 21st Century aims to use technology in the classroom as a tool to enhance learning, and to engender critical thinking, collaboration, communication and creativity in all that we do.

Academic Choice

Academic Choice

We offer a wide subject choice giving students real scope for choosing subjects most suitable for their own aptitudes and interests.

Grades 8 – 9

English Home Language
Afrikaans or isiXhosa First Additional Language
Mathematics
Creative Arts (Art, Music and Drama)
Economic Management Sciences
Life Orientation
Natural Sciences (Physical Sciences and Life Sciences)
Social Sciences (History and Geography)
Technology

Grades 10 – 12

Compulsory

English Home Language
Afrikaans or isiXhosa First Additional Language
Mathematics or Mathematical Literacy
Life Orientation

Elective (minimum of three)

Accounting
Computer Applications Technology (CAT)
Consumer Studies
Design (Surface and Textiles)
Dramatic Arts
Engineering, Graphics & Design (EGD)
Geography
History
Life Sciences
Music
Physical Sciences
Tourism
Visual Arts

Academic Extension Subjects

(Offered as 8th or 9th subjects)

Future Studies English (Advanced Programme English)
Future Studies Mathematics (Advanced Programme Mathematics)
Information Technology

Academic Extension Subjects

(Offered as 8th or 9th subjects)

Future Studies English (Advanced Programme English)
Future Studies Mathematics (Advanced Programme Mathematics) Information Technology

Academic Enrichment and Extension

Besides the Independent Examination Board (IEB) extension subjects listed above, students take part in many inter-schools competitions and Olympiads in Mathematics, English, Afrikaans, Accounting, Physical Science and Computer Applications Technology.

iPad Programme

Following several years of devices being used in the classroom by teachers, and piloting using class sets of managed iPads for 2 years, we now have a phased 1-to-1 iPad roll-out programme. Each year Grade 8 students start their high school career with an iPad, with the first group commencing in 2023. This is a vital next step in our pursuit of excellence and sustainability in education.

Academic Support

Academic Support is offered in a number of subjects in the afternoons. This support aims to give students access to quality teaching and remediation work in smaller groups.