Educational approach:
At South Gate Academy we have a BLENDED learning approach and focus on developing quality reading, writing, math and thinking skills, exposing your child to a stimulating learning program which is age appropriate and relevant. Our team places a high value on individual character and skill development in collaboration with parents. English is the primary teaching and learning language. We focus on Individualised & Mastery Based learning through tested curriculum and skill development project based programs.
Curriculum:
Our curriculum is CAPS aligned and the matric is an international matric accredited on a SAQA level 4 (similar to national senior certificate of public schools). We have a continuous assessment system, everything counts.
Preschool:
We use the AEE (Accelerated Education Enterprises) Pre School materials as our core paper based & activity based curriculum.
This is blended with various learning through play activities developing the child’s fine and gross motor skills.
Foundation Phase (Gr R-3):
A combination of two curriculums (AEE and SwitchedOn Education ) which are combined with various alternative methods, materials, projects and activities to stimulate learning and discovery of the child’s skill and interests (Blended learning).
**Our AEE curriculum is in the process of phasing out and will only have the Switchedon Education as our primary curriculum for the whole school from 2026**
Intermediate & Senior Phase (Gr 4-9):
We use the digital online curriculum called SwitchedOn Education (accredited SAQA level 4) for grade 4-9. This curriculum will enable the learner to develop and learn at their own pace and mastery levels. The learner can personalise and customise their unique learning pathway. This is a first of its kind in our district.
Learners will be able to excel into a new grade/level within the same year.
Learners will have various options for matric. The normal pathway will be to qualify matric with an Advanced American High School Diploma (accepted at Universities in SA and across the world). There are also the vocational (market ready) matric called BTEC accredited by Pearsons in the UK.
Extra Curricular:
We give attention to the following as part of our holistic approach to development of learners:
– Intentional Discipleship (Assemblies, Bible classes & lessons)
– Sport (PE classes, Athletics, Cross Country running, Triathlon, Cricket, Netball, Soccer, Archery, Volleyball)
– Creative & Performing Arts (Music, Dance, Drama, Eisteddfod, Productions)
– Robotics Club (specialised programs – extra costs involved)
– Life Skills development (Computer classes, Public speaking, Leadership)
– Educational excursions & Field Trips
– Special Adventure & Leadership camps
– Outreaches in the community
– Special events
After Care Centre:
We offer After Care for ages 3-13 yrs everyday from 12h00-17h00
Dedicated and suitably qualified staff to implement fun activities and also supervise/facilitate homework (NO formal teaching/tutoring)
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Open to learners from other schools.
Transport Service:
We offer a transport service for SGA (school or aftercare) enrolled learners in a radius of 5km from school. We have a dedicated driver with all necessary qualifications, clearances and ethics in order.
Standard service includes pick up and drop off from home/aftercare.
Extramural service includes additional transport to and from extramural activities
Holiday Program:
We have a holiday program during term holidays 1,2,3 for one week (to be confirmed each holiday)
This will take place every day from 08h00-17h00.
Learners will have to bring their own food for the day.
Additional daily rate applies
Please go to the Classes & Fees page for more info.