Our focus is on academic success for every student. Our quality assurance programme is designed to help students identify areas for growth in their academic journey.
We promote independent thinking and problem-solving strategies as we prepare our students for the IEB National Senior Certificate Examination. We will prepare you for your next exciting phase of life as global citizens.
All schools follow the CAPS Curriculum (Curriculum and Assessment Policy) of the Department of Basic Education. This forms the basis of our academic programme which is strengthened by the rigorous nature of the Independent Examination Board’s (IEB) high standards. Our matric students will end their schooling career by writing the IEB exams, opening doors to a broader range of tertiary institutions.
ACADEMICS
The following subjects will be covered in Grade 10
English (HL)
Afrikaans/isiZulu (FAL)
Mathematics/Mathematical Literacy
Physical Sciences
Geography
Business Studies
Life orientation
Life Sciences
History
Accounting
Computer Application Technology
Visual Art
Our school will expand to Grade 12 in 2024. 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.
Assessments and
Reports
We are a four-term school, but run our academic programme on three academic cycles.
At Pinnacle College Waterfall 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.
- Mid-year exams take the form of an Inquiry Based Project week for Grade 8 and 9.
- Mid-year exams take form of a written exam for Grade 10.
- Cycle 3 is based on continuous classwork assessments from Term 3 & Term 4 and the final examinations at the end of the year.
- Parents evenings are held in Term 1 and Term 2, while student lead conferences are held in the 3rd Term.
