What if you decided your child should leave his/ her current school and consider alternative schooling? How would you go about this and what schooling options do you have?
TUITION AND SUPPORT
CURRICULUM PROVIDERS
SPECIAL NEEDS SCHOOLS
Midrand Innovative Learning Centre
ONLINE AND ON-SITE
Hannaford Homeschool and Tutor Centre
Starr Student and Tutor Centre Benoni
CHECKLIST:
What to do when changing schools
TUITION AND ADDITIONAL SUPPORT
There are a number of available resources to help your child improve their marks and boost their overall performance.
Kumon SA
- AGE: 3yrs – 18yrs
- WHERE: All Areas
- CLICK HERE for more information
Kumon offers Maths and English learning programmes for students of all ages and abilities. The re- structured program allows continuity with lessons during Covid-19, offering home-based study with remote online support. Available nationwide, Kumon centres are open to new enrolments. Enquire now.
ONLINE AND ON-SITE LEARNING
The growing trend is to opt for homeschooling, due to its flexibility and affordability. Homeschooling allows kids to learn either at home or at a tuition centre that supports homeschooling. Purchase a curriculum package and relevant resources and choose a learning centre. This option does however require the assistance of parents and tutors. Below is a list of good curriculum providers and learning centres:
- Curriculum Providers
Mindscape Education
- GRADES: R – 12
- WHERE: Online
- CLICK HERE for more information
Benefit from a world-class curriculum! The CAPS aligned homeschool package includes materials, assessments, guidance and continuous support for all grades. Always mindful of what matters most – your child. Enquire now.
- Learning Centres
Barnswallows Swift Acaemy
- AGE: 3yrs – 10yrs
- WHERE: Linden
- CLICK HERE for more information
Opens a new door for autistic and special needs kids! Develop their potential far above expectations as they are nurtured and taught in a therapeutic environment. Small groups allow holistic development of each child at its own pace, focusing on life skills and health and diet in an environment free of toxins and harmful chemicals. Enquire now
Hannaford Homeschool and Tutor Centre
- GRADES: R – 7
- WHERE: Randburg | Online
- CLICK HERE for more information
Join the personalized online program for your child’s special needs. Incorporating Brain Gym and educational kinesiology with the current GDE curriculum, Hannaford’s tutors will guide you every step of the way. Available for Grades R-7, both online and additional onsite support. Enquire now
Midrand innovative Learning Centre
- GRADES : 000 – 11 | Special Needs
- WHERE: Midrand
- CLICK HERE for more information
A home based cottage school that prides itself in its innovative methods of teaching with different learning styles. Learners will thrive on attention and enjoy a wide range of stimulating programs, such as science lab, specialised art, coding, speech and drama and French. Get up to 30% off for first time enrolments. Enquire now
Montessori Eco Schools
- GRADES: 000 – 7
- WHERE: Fourways | Chartwell
- CLICK HERE for more information
Where the holistic development of your child is priority! With passionate and driven teachers and nature as a teacher too, pre- and primary school kids are set to receive an international level of education. The established campuses produce happy children with excellent academic results. Enquire now
Moore House Academy
- GRADES: 8 – 12
- WHERE: Lanseria | Online
- Type:
- CLICK HERE for more information
Rethinking high school education? Switch to e-learning with an easy transition from mainstream, using the CAPS aligned material for online education. Obtain your NSC certificate from the comfort of your home. Onsite lessons also available at various venues. Send your contact details.
Princeton Centre of Learning
Choose a unique combination of face-to-face and online lessons to suit your needs. Well supported classes for Grades 4-12, using the Impaq curriculum. Available at both the Randburg and Sandton centres. The perfect solution in these uncertain times. Enquire now.
Starr Student Tutor Centre Benoni
- GRADES: 7 – 12
- WHERE: Benoni
- CLICK HERE for more information
With a unique combination of both Brainline and Impaq, the homeschool centre ensures students receive quality education. Reach your full potential! Complete Gr 7-12 IEB or CAPS aligned with the help of dedicated tutors. Zoom classes offered to cater for Covid-19. Enquire now!
Synaptic College
- GRADES: 8 – 12
- WHERE: Robertsham | Olivedale
- CLICK HERE for more information
A micro-school for students who would thrive in a smaller and more meaningful learning space. With one teacher for up to 10 students, a progressive learning approach, CAPS aligned Mindscape curriculum and years of experience, the homeschool centre is a cut above the mainstream. Enquire now
ONLINE SCHOOLING OPTIONS
Your child can de-register from his/her current school and register with an online school. As opposed to homeschooling, online schooling offers live lessons and assessments etc are all submitted via portals. It is structured learning, with a guiding hand and conclusive results. Whilst parents only oversee homework, kids who may not be used to this kind of discipline may require additional support
Click here to find a list of online schools
Checklist: helping you make the switch
When choosing from the schooling options, make sure you :
- de-register from your current school (check the refund policies, and transfer/termination notice periods)
- apply to the GDE for homeschooling (most institutions offer this service)
- check that the institution is SACAI compliant (South African Comprehensive Assessment Institute which monitors education providers who adhere to the Department of Basic Education’s CAPS curriculum)
- check the curriculum on offer at the institute and ensure there is an easy transition to and from mainstream school, should your child wish to return to mainstream schooling. The various curricula available in SA are:
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- CAPS ( the current government curriculum)
- IEB ( some private schools curriculum)
- Cambridge ( a British curriculum)
- GED ( American curriculum)
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- check that the certification obtained is sufficient for your career choices and university entry. Other than NSC and IEB, one may be required to apply for Matric Exemption before applying at a university. The different certifications are:
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- NSC ( National Senior Certificate): what we know as the matric certificate, or high school diploma, recognised in SA.
- IEB (Independant Examination Board): also known as a matric certificate, recognised in SA
- HIGCSE, IGCSE, NQF, A levels, O Levels: British qualifications after completion of the Cambridge Curriculum
- GED (General Education Diploma): American qualification, closest comparable qualification to the NSC
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More schooling options
Johannesburg has a wealth of schools that may be better suited for your child. Click here to browse through a list of these schools and various schooling options, each catering for different needs.
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