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CAPS Curriculum

Subjects Offered

CAPS Curriculum

Subjects by Grade

Bhambatha Primary School follows the South African Curriculum and Assessment Policy Statement (CAPS) framework, ensuring quality education for all learners.

Grade R

Foundation Year

Subjects

  • Siswati - Home Language (Mother tongue instruction)
  • Tibalol (Mathematics) - Numeracy foundation
  • Emakhono Ekuphila (Life Skills) - Social, emotional, and physical development
Grade R focuses on learning through play, developing fine motor skills, and school readiness.

Grades 1 - 3

Foundation Phase

Subjects

  • Siswati - Home Language
  • English - First Additional Language
  • Tibalol (Mathematics)
  • Emakhono Ekuphila (Life Skills)
Foundation Phase builds literacy and numeracy foundations essential for all future learning.

Grades 4 - 6

Intermediate Phase

Subjects

  • Siswati - Home Language
  • English - First Additional Language
  • Mathematics
  • Natural Sciences & Technology
  • Life Skills
  • Social Sciences (History & Geography)

Grade 7

Senior Phase

Subjects

  • Siswati - Home Language
  • English - First Additional Language
  • Mathematics
  • Natural Sciences
  • Social Sciences
  • Technology
  • Creative Arts
  • Economic Management Sciences (EMS)
  • Life Orientation
Grade 7 prepares learners for high school with a broad range of subjects and career guidance.
Language Policy

Language of Learning

Siswati (Home Language)

Siswati is the primary language of instruction in Foundation Phase. Learners develop strong literacy skills in their mother tongue before transitioning to additional languages.

English (First Additional Language)

English is introduced from Grade 1 and becomes increasingly important in Intermediate and Senior Phases, preparing learners for high school where English is often the medium of instruction.

Evaluation

Assessment Methods

Formative

Ongoing classwork, homework, quizzes, and observations

Summative

Term tests, projects, and end-of-year examinations

Continuous

Portfolios, assignments, and practical tasks

Reporting

Progress reports, parent-teacher conferences, and year-end reports