Public Primary School Subjects
In this province, primary schools typically offer a more general curriculum designed to provide a broad foundation for students. The subject combination in primary schools generally includes:
- Foundation Phase (Grades R-3):
- Home Language (usually the language of instruction from 9 official languages)
- First Additional Language (often English or another official language)
- Mathematics
- Life Skills
- Creative Arts
- Physical Education
- Personal and Social Well-being
2. Intermediate Phase (Grades 4-6):
- Home Language
- First Additional Language
- Mathematics
- Natural Sciences and Technology
- Social Sciences
- Geography
- History
- Life Skills
- Creative Arts (Art, Drama, Music)
- Physical Education
- Personal and Social Well-being
These subjects are designed to provide a balanced education that prepares students for the more specialised subjects they will encounter in high school. Some schools may also offer additional activities or enrichment programs, but these are the core subjects that are typically part of the curriculum across the province.
