Curriculum
Foundation Phase
Grade R
The preparatory year focused on early literacy, numeracy, and life skills through play-based learning designed to prepare learners for structured schooling in Grade 1.
- IsiZulu - Home Language
- Mathematics
- Life Skills
Grade 1 - 3
The Foundation Phase includes Grades 1 through 3 and focuses on building essential skills in literacy, numeracy, and life skills as foundational competencies for all learning. Learners develop basic reading, writing, and arithmetic skills alongside personal and social development during this initial formal schooling stage.
- IsiZulu - Home Language
- English - First Additional Language
- Mathematics
- Life Skills
Intermediate Phase
Grade 4 - 5
The Intermediate Phase spans Grades 4 to 6, expanding learners’ knowledge base with diverse subject areas, including social and natural sciences. It emphasizes the consolidation of language skills and critical thinking while introducing new subjects like Economic and Management Sciences.
- IsiZulu - Home Language
- English - First Additional Language
- Mathematics
- Life Skills (Creative Arts, Physical Education)
- Natural Sciences and Technology
- Social Sciences (History and Geography)
Senior Phase
Grade 7
Grade 7 marks the Senior Phase at primary level with more detailed study and preparation for secondary education. The curriculum solidifies core knowledge and skills across all required subjects, emphasizing personal development, health education, and social responsibility.
- IsiZulu - Home Language
- English - First Additional Language
- Mathematics
- Life Skills
- Social Sciences (History and Geography)
- Economic and Management Sciences
- Creative Arts
- Natural Sciences
- Technology