Academics

• Academics are the cornerstone of any top school. The combination of top class teaching staff, application of the appropriate teaching practices in classes that are limited to not more than 20 learners per class. The curriculum at Royal Private Sch is holistic, covering a wide range of subjects. We strive for academic excellence, extending each individual to his/her full potential. The learning programme incorporates the relevant requirements of the Revised National Curriculum Statement and the CAPS policy document, but focuses on the unique needs of Royal Private Sch
• We aim to develop in our learners a life-long desire to learn and explore. This is encouraged through the teaching of exciting lessons, setting challenging projects and extending the learning experience through trips to places of interest and tours.

Foundation Phase - Grade 1 - 3

In the Foundation Phase our learners are given opportunities to experience success by learning through practical, interactive as well as formal activities:

A balanced programme is followed where essential skills, knowledge and values are integrated into all aspects of learning, with the inclusion of Sport, Computers and Arts and Culture to ensure all-round development.

Instruction is centered on Literacy, Numeracy and Life Skills.

• Literacy focuses on learning to communicate effectively, and process information in a spoken, and written format. Critical Thinking Skills are developed to promote creative and coherent expression.
• Numeracy fosters mathematical knowledge and skills relevant to everyday situations, and focuses on identifying and solving problems and manipulating numbers in a variety of ways.
• Life Skills centers on the holistic development of the learners, to prepare them to play a meaningful and productive role in a democratic society, promoting values through social, physical, emotional, creative and spiritual development.

Intermediate Phase - Grades 4 - 6

• In this phase, the learners learn/use English as Home Language & Medium of Instructions, with IsiZulu First Additional Language & Afrikaans First Additional Language as electives. Mathematics; Science and Technology; Social Sciences; Arts and Culture; Physical Education; Computer Studies &Life Skills make up the rest of the weekly programmes.
• We encourage learners to develop their higher order thinking skills in all areas of their studies.