What is South African examining authority?
Examining of the NSC in South Africa is conducted by two accredited assessment authorities. The largest of these is the state. The national Department of Basic Education is responsible for setting the examination papers and the examination itself is conducted by the nine provincial departments of education.
What does IEB matric mean?
the Independent Examinations Board
IEB stands for the Independent Examinations Board. This is a private assessment board that offers examination services to private or client schools. At the end of your school career, you will receive a matric certificate issued by Umalasi.
What are IEB schools in South Africa?
Schools that write IEB exams
- Christian Brothers’ College, St Joseph’s – Bloemfontein.
- Harriston School, Harrismith.
- St. Andrew’s, Welkom.
- St Dominic’s College – Welkom.
- St. Peter Claver High School, Kroonstad.
Why is finishing matric important?
Completing matric is a monumental achievement and an indication to students that they have successfully completed 12 years of schooling. This allows students to have access to a tertiary level of education depending on your academic results.
What is HG and SG?
HG/SG stands for Higher grade(HG) and Standard Grade(SG). When you choose your subjects in high school, you will have higher grade and lower grade subjects. Higher grade subjects are the subjects that will be beneficial to you when you apply for university.
Is GREY college an IEB?
Traditions. Quad Races: Inspired by the film Chariots of Fire, which deals with the rivalry between two famous Olympic athletes, Grey High School had both the cloisters and the necessary clock tower to perform this, and thus created its own version of a “Quad Race”, held annually.
Where is IEB Recognised?
The IEB is an internationally recognised qualification with IEB students studying all over the world at well-known and prominent academic institutions such as Berkeley, Brown, Harvard, Princeton, NYU, Exeter, Durham, Edinburgh, London School of Economics and Melbourne, to name a few.
What is the difference between O levels and matric?
O levels tests the basic concepts of the students. Matriculation deals mainly in the memory power of the student. O level learning is considered to be much superior due to its international standards. Matric learning framework, is designed by the local Board in Pakistan.
Is a matric certificate important?
Having a matric certificate gives you many study opportunities. Even though every institution has its own entry requirements, with a matric certificate this option is open to you. So depending on how you pass, you can study at a university, college or technikon.
How are the fees at Waterstone College determined?
Waterstone College’s school fees are determined by considering several aspects required to maintain high-quality curriculum offerings and services offered by the school.
When does Waterstone college enrichment period take place?
School times vary depending on the Grade. See school times for more information. Waterstone College offers a unique enrichment programme that gives Grade 4 to Grade 7 learners the opportunity to take part in additional sports or other activities that are not covered in the normal curriculum. The enrichment period takes place during school time.
Is the curriculum at Waterstone College Christian or secular?
At Waterstone College, we follow a Christian ethos and pride ourselves on providing quality independent education. Our enriched curriculum with structured academic, sports and cultural programmes ensures that your child will flourish in his or her school career.
What can Waterstone College do for your child?
At Waterstone College, our educators are all highly trained professionals and enjoy frequent training that empowers us to give your child the best education and stay abreast of the latest educational trends. Our state-of-the-art sports facilities and cultural programme will provide your child with a well-balanced lifestyle.