Academic Curriculum

SECONDARY FACULTY ACADEMIC CURRICULUM

 

General Education and Training: GRADES 7 – 9

 

Home Language: English
First Additional Language: Afrikaans or isiXhosa
Second Additional Language: French (Grade 7)
Natural Sciences
Mathematics
Economic and Management Sciences
Human and Social Sciences
Life Orientation
Creative Arts
Technology

 

Electives in Grade 8 & 9

French Second Additional Language/ Film and Media Studies

Additional enrichment in Gr 7 – 9
Robotics, Computer Design, Computer Programming

Further Education and Training – The National Senior Certificate (NSC): GRADES 10 – 12

 

Compulsory Subjects

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

 

Subjects and Course Outline

In addition to the required subjects, a number of enrichment courses are offered providing learners with unique opportunities to explore a wide variety of individual interests.

 

Electives

Accounting, Business Studies, Economics, Life Sciences, Physical Sciences, Information Technology (Programming), Computer Applications Technology, History, Visual Arts, Design, Fashion Design, Hospitality Studies, Dance Studies, Music, Dramatic Arts, Digital Electronics, Engineering Graphics & Design

 

Additional Subjects

Advanced Programme Mathematics, Advanced Programme English, Advanced Programme Science

Extension Courses: CompTIA, City & Guilds Certificate in Food Preparation and Cooking, Sound Engineering

 

Enrichment

Information and Communication Technology: Adobe Photoshop, Robotics, Programming, Mobile Application Development and Animation

 

Cultural Activities

Debating, Public Speaking, Trinity Drama, Music, Dance Music: Piano, Clarinet, Saxophone, Recorder, Flute, Drums, Choir, Acapella, Orchestra, Violin, Cello, Voice, Guitar, Marimba, Drumline
Dance: Ballet, Tap, Modern Dance

 

Clubs & Societies

Book Club, Culinary, First Aid, Flashmob (Film and Photography), Freestyle Dancing, Fashion Design and Modelling, Laboratory Assistants, Jam Club (Guitar), Chess, Umpiring and Refereeing, Art, Rotary Interact (Outreach), Peer Counselling, College Avenue (Film & Media)

 

Sporting Codes

Rugby, Cricket, Soccer, Netball, Swimming, Tennis, Girls’ Softball, Waterpolo, Hockey, Cross Country