Academics

CAPS Curriculum

Following the National Curriculum Statement (NCS) and Curriculum Assessment Policy Statement through KwaZulu-Natal Education Department.

Our Approach

National Curriculum (CAPS)

Kwamtshwili Primary School follows the South African National Curriculum Statement (NCS) and Curriculum and Assessment Policy Statement (CAPS), ensuring our learners meet national standards through standardized examinations administered by the KwaZulu-Natal Education Department.

Our Foundation Phase (Grades R-3) emphasizes mother-tongue (isiZulu) literacy instruction, while the Intermediate Phase (Grades 4-6) transitions learners to English as a First Additional Language (EFAL). The Senior Phase (Grade 7) prepares learners for secondary education with comprehensive assessment.

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NCS / CAPS

National standards

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Mother-Tongue

isiZulu Foundation

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EFAL

English from Grade 4

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Assessment

Continuous evaluation

CAPS Curriculum
Grade Levels

Programmes by Phase

CAPS curriculum delivered across three learning phases for ages 7-15.

Foundation Phase
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Foundation Phase

Grades R - 3 (Ages 5-9)

Mother-tongue (isiZulu) instruction focusing on literacy, numeracy, and foundational skills through play-based learning.

  • Home Language Literacy
  • Basic Numeracy
  • Life Skills
  • Social Development
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Intermediate Phase
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Intermediate Phase

Grades 4 - 6 (Ages 10-12)

Transition to English First Additional Language (EFAL) with specialized subjects and critical thinking development.

  • EFAL Introduction
  • Natural Sciences
  • Social Sciences
  • EMS Technology
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Senior Phase
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Senior Phase

Grade 7 (Ages 13+)

Final primary year preparing learners for secondary education with comprehensive CAPS assessment.

  • Secondary Prep
  • Mathematics
  • Languages
  • Assessment
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Subjects

Core Subject Areas

A comprehensive curriculum covering all essential learning areas.

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English

Language Arts

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Mathematics

Numeracy

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Science

Discovery

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Social Studies

Humanities

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ICT

Technology

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Art

Creative Arts

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Music

Performing Arts

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Physical Ed

Sports & Health

Assessment
Assessment

Tracking Progress

We use a variety of assessment methods to monitor student progress and inform teaching. Our approach balances formal examinations with ongoing formative assessment.

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Formative Assessment

Ongoing checks for understanding through quizzes, observations, and classwork.

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Summative Assessment

End-of-term examinations and projects that evaluate cumulative learning.

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Progress Reports

Detailed termly reports with grades and teacher comments for parents.

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