Junior Phase
Subjects:

• Mathematics
• Home Language
• First Additional Language
• Life Skills

Learning Material:

• Classwork books,
• Departmental workbooks for learners in Home Language, Mathematics and First Additional Language (English),
• Data Projectors with presentations,
• Concrete Learning Material for Mathematics,
• The Library has various Reading Series and Readers designed for different reading levels.
• Computers.

Computer Education:

• Basic computer skills,
• Robotics & Coding for Junior Phase.

Assessment:

• Continuous Informal Assessment is done daily. Formal Assessment Tasks (as prescribed by the Department) are completed every term according to each Subject.
• Combination of Informal and Formal Assessment results used to determine the final mark of every Subject.

Learner Support and Enrichment:

• Remedial and tutor classes are offered for learners who require more consolidation.
• Group teaching is offered for enrichment or the opportunity to move onto the next concept in both Home Language, Mathematics and First Additional Language.

Parent Evenings:
Held once a term where the learner’s report is discussed with the parents.

Orientation Day:
For new Grade 1s that are enrolled.

Senior Phase

Intermediate Phase (Gr.4 – 6) and Senior Phase (Gr.7)
The Gr.4 to Gr.7 curriculum is based on the Department of Basic Education’s Curriculum and Assessment Policy Statements (CAPS). The National Curriculum Statement (Gr. R – 12) has been designed to promote social transformation; active and critical thinking; high knowledge and skills; progression; human rights; credibility; quality and efficiency.

Subjects Gr.4 – 6:

• Home Language (English)
• First Additional Language (Afrikaans)
• Mathematics
• Natural Sciences and Technology
• Social Sciences (Geography and History)
• Life Skills (Creative Arts, Physical Education, Personal and Social Well-being)
• STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering & Math)

Subjects Gr.7:

• Home Language (English)
• First Additional Language (Afrikaans)
• Mathematics
• Natural Sciences
• Social Sciences (Geography and History)
• Economic and Management Sciences
• Technology
• Life Orientation (Life Skills and Physical Education)
• Creative Arts (Visual Arts and Music)

Assessment:

• Regular School-Based Assessment (SBA) takes place every term. Termly assessment timetables are provided to the learners. Examinations are written during the second and fourth term.
• A combination of school-based assessments, formal tests, and exams are used to determine the learners’ final point.
• During the third term the Department of Basic Education provides the Annual National Assessment (ANA) question papers to all Gr.4 – 7 learners.
• During the fourth term the Gr.6 learners are evaluated by the Western Cape Education Department’s Systemic Evaluation.

Text Books:
Learners receive textbooks for each subject from Panorama Primary School.

Workbooks:
Each year the Western Cape Education Department provides Home Language and Mathematics Workbooks to each learner.

Exercise Books:
School fees cover the cost of books that allow for regular writing.