Academics

Our comprehensive curriculum is designed to nurture academic excellence while developing well-rounded individuals prepared for high school and beyond.

Excellence in Education from Grade R to Grade 7

At Ormonde Primary School, we follow the CAPS (Curriculum and Assessment Policy Statement) curriculum, ensuring our learners receive a comprehensive education that meets national standards while preparing them for future academic success. Our dedicated educators employ diverse teaching methodologies to cater to different learning styles.

Our Phases

Academic Programme

Foundation Phase
Grade RGrade 1Grade 2Grade 3

Subjects

  • English Home Language (Grade R)
  • Mathematics (Grade R)
  • Life Skills (Grade R)
  • English Home Language
  • Mathematics
  • Afrikaans FAL
  • Life Skills
  • IsiZulu (SAL)

Activities

  • Reading Programs
  • Number Games
  • Creative Play
  • Physical Education
  • Music & Movement

Promotion Requirements

  • Moderate achievement (Level 3) (40% – 49%) in Afrikaans
  • Moderate achievement (Level 3) (40% – 49%) in Mathematics
  • Adequate achievement (Level 4) (50% – 59%) in English
  • Moderate achievement (Level 3) (40% – 49%) in Life skills
Intermediate Phase
Grade 4Grade 5Grade 6

Subjects

  • English Home Language
  • Afrikaans First Additional Language
  • Mathematics
  • Natural Sciences and Technology
  • Life Skills
  • Social Sciences

Activities

  • Science Projects
  • History Research
  • Group Work
  • Technology Integration
  • Sports

Promotion Requirements

  • Adequate Achievement (Level 4) (50%-59%) in English
  • Moderate Achievement (Level 3) (40%-49%) in Afrikaans
  • Moderate Achievement (Level 3) (40%-49%) in Mathematics
  • Moderate Achievement (Level 3) (40%-49%) in any other 2
Senior Phase
Grade 7

Subjects

  • English Home Language
  • Afrikaans First Additional Language
  • Mathematics
  • Natural Science
  • Technology
  • Economic Management Sciences
  • Social Science
  • Creative Arts
  • Life Orientation

Activities

  • Leadership Programs
  • Career Guidance
  • Advanced Projects
  • Public Speaking
  • Community Service

Promotion Requirements

  • Adequate Achievement (Level 4) (50%-59%) in English
  • Moderate Achievement (Level 3) (40%-49%) in Afrikaans
  • Moderate Achievement (Level 3) (40%-49%) in Mathematics
  • Moderate Achievement (Level 3) (40%-49%) in any other 3
Assessment Standards

Assessments

Understanding the assessment levels and their corresponding percentage bands

Competence LevelPercentage Band
7 - Outstanding Achievements80% - 100%
6 - Meritorious Achievements70% - 79%
5 - Substantial Achievements60% - 69%
4 - Adequate Achievements50% - 59%
3 - Moderate Achievements40% - 49%
2 - Elementary Achievements30% - 39%
1 - Not Achieved0% - 29%

Note: The promotion mark is made up of 75% School Based Assessment (SBA) and 25% Final Examination