Academics

A programme that prepares learners for what comes next

We follow the national CAPS curriculum from Grade 8 to Grade 12, with subject streaming from Grade 10 and structured support for every learner who needs it.

Subjects

Subjects offered

Grade 8 and 9 learners follow the full general education programme. From Grade 10 learners choose a stream in consultation with parents and the guidance office.

Compulsory subjects

  • isiZulu Home Language
  • English First Additional Language
  • Mathematics or Mathematical Literacy
  • Life Orientation

Science stream

  • Physical Sciences
  • Life Sciences
  • Geography
  • Agricultural Sciences

Commerce stream

  • Accounting
  • Business Studies
  • Economics
  • Mathematical Literacy

General & technology

  • History
  • Computer Applications Technology
  • Tourism
  • Creative Arts

Daily rhythm

School timetable

Registration07:30 – 07:45
Period 1 & 207:45 – 09:05
Period 3 & 409:05 – 10:25
First break10:25 – 10:45
Period 5 & 610:45 – 12:05
Second break12:05 – 12:25
Period 7 & 812:25 – 13:45
Study & extra-murals14:00 – 15:30

Year plan

Academic calendar 2026

Term 1

14 Jan – 27 Mar 2026

Baseline assessments, athletics

Term 2

07 Apr – 26 Jun 2026

Mid-year examinations

Term 3

20 Jul – 02 Oct 2026

Trial examinations, heritage day

Term 4

12 Oct – 09 Dec 2026

NSC & promotion examinations

Results

Examination highlights

Our results have improved every year since 2021, driven by Saturday classes, the winter school and close tracking of every Grade 12 learner.

89%

NSC pass rate 2025

34

Bachelor passes

27

Subject distinctions

96%

Grade 11 promotion rate