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High School

Carl G. Jung states that “Life really does begin at forty. Up until then, you are just doing research.”

At Pinnacle College Rynfield, we say that life…or the most important years of research…begin at Grade 8. And whether you are joining us from our own Primary School or migrating from one of our surrounding Primary Schools, your High School experience will be one of self-discovery and research that will culminate in a celebration of the best YOU, in your Matric year.

You might decide to join the High School at a later point on your research journey…Grade 9 or 10…but whenever you do, you will instantly comprehend and appreciate that you are in a safe, inspiring and happy space.

The personal development of every student is important as we nurture their emotional intelligence in a safe environment. Our dedicated teachers are committed to educational excellence and attend regular in-service training. 
We foster a drive for academic excellence in our Students while promoting independent thinking and problem-solving strategies as we prepare our students for the IEB National Senior Certificate Examination. Having the key to the door though, means little if you are not confident enough to step beyond it. When you leave Pinnacle College Rynfield we confidently send our Matric Students off possessing confidence in themselves and equipped with skills to ensure they not only cope with their Tertiary Studies, but thrive in this next exciting phase of life as global citizens. 

 We follow the CAPS Curriculum (Curriculum and Assessment Policy) of the National Department of Education

which will culminate in an IEB written exam for matric. 

 

The IEB offers a wide variety of subjects and allows flexibility within the syllabus, making sure that examinations are in line with international requirements. The IEB is recognised at all tertiary institutions in South Africa - and good quality results

will provide access to universities overseas. 

ACADEMICS

The following subjects are covered from Grade 8 to 9:

English - Home Language 

Afrikaans or IsiZulu – FAL 

Mathematics 

Life Sciences 

Physical Sciences 

History 

Geography 

Business Studies 

Accounting 

EdTech (Resolute Robotics & Digital Literacy) 

Life Orientation 

Arts & Culture with an emphasis on Visual Arts




At the end of Grade 9, the Students choose their subjects for the Grade 10 to Grade 12 years of schooling:

English - Home Language 

Afrikaans or IsiZulu - First Additional Language (IsiZulu offered to Grade 12 in 2025 and will annually expand) 

Mathematics or Mathematical Literacy 

Life Orientation

AND THREE additional subjects from the following list:

Life Science

Physical Science

History

Geography

Business Studies

Accounting

Visual Arts

Computer Application Technology

Engineering, Graphics & Design

Assessments and Reports 

We are a four-term school, but run our Academic Programme on three Academic Cycles.

At Pinnacle College Rynfield we assess the Students on a continuous basis so as to be able to remedy any areas of concern as soon as possible during each Academic Cycle.  

High School Grades 8 – 12



  • A progress report is issued at the end of each of the Academic Cycles.
  • Cycle 1 is based on continuous classwork assessments from Term 1 & Term 2
  • Cycle 2 is based on continuous classwork assessments from Term 2 & Term 3 and the Mid-Year Examinations.
  • Cycle 3 is based on continuous classwork assessments from Term 3 & Term 4 and the Final Examinations at the end of the year.
  • Matric Students write an additional set of Preliminary Exams in September.
  • Parents Evenings are held in Term 1 and Term 2, while Student Lead Conferences are held in the 3rd Term.