In the FET Phase, we focus on subject choices that align with the learner's career interests in Art, Commerce, Humanities and Sciences.
Our Tailored Approach.
A child’s self-worth and accomplishments should not be measured against artificial conventions.
By not feeling rushed to keep up with the rest of the class, and not feeling bored or held back when they are keen to move faster, we give your child the chance to claim their ground through their own achievements. This reduces the anxiety associated with the usual one-size-fits-all model of high schooling.
Subjects
We pride ourselves in our unique and comprehensive subject offering. In Grade 10, high school students will take 8 compulsory subjects, which allows them to experience a wider range of subjects than they would normally be able to. When they come to the end of Grade 10, they will be allowed to drop one of their weaker choice subjects and continue with 7 subjects (as per the requirement for the IEB National Senior Certificate) or they may choose to continue taking the subject at an additional charge.
Assessment
Assessment takes place continuously and in various ways.
We can also monitor progress in the proficiency level of each Evolvee on our mapped Learning Management System. The Mastery of Items is mapped to the CAPS curriculum to have a view of how your child is progressing against the Country's progression model and facilitate reintegration into the mainstream schooling system should that ever be desired. At the end of Grade 12, our Evolvees will write the IEB exit exam.
Grade 10
To systematically prepare our Evolveesfor their final year of formal assessments, they will write tests and exams in Grade 10. These tests and exams will be done online and will be monitored through our proctoring system that monitors eye movement, typing speed and restricts Evolvees from accessing other files, programmes and websites while completing their tests and exams.
Grade 11
In Grade 11, Evolvees will complete online assessments, tests and exams throughout the year and will, in addition, complete their final exam at a designated exam centre.
Grade 12 – Phasing in in 2023
At the end of Grade 12, our Evolvees will complete the Independent Examinations Board (IEB) exam to obtain their National Senior Certificate (NSC). Please note that our Evolvees have to complete the relevant practical and written exams at a designated exam centre.
Practical Exams
Please note that certain FET subjects require a practical assessment as it forms part of the IEB (or is it CAPS) assessment framework. Please note that this is subject dependent and that we will inform our Evolvees should they need to complete them at a designated exam centre.
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Physical requirements
Grade 10 - 12 Evolvees will need:
- A desktop computer or laptop with sound, a mic and video
capabilities that your child has access to throughout the day.
(Minimum requirements: Windows 10 or macOS: Mojave
OS X 10.14.x.) - If you have more than one child, each child will need their
own iPad or computer. - A good Internet connection
- Access to a printer
Roles of student, parent and teacher
work & assignments
guide the journey
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Evolvees complete work & assignments
Evolvees follows their learning activator’s instructions to complete the tasks required and joins scheduled group classes (Synchronous Learning). The Evolvee attends catch-up sessions with their learning activator, if required, and takes part in group discussions and assignments. The Evolvee logs in to the Learning Management System and systematically work through the content and when mastery is achieved, they can move straight onto the next section. Evolvees are also responsible for submitting assessments and assignments as indicated on the Learning Management System.
Parents assist
Parents check up on progress made and keep an eye on the student’s time management skills and regularly checks assessments and assignments that have been allocated to the student. Parents facilitate and monitor any formal assessments, download tests and exams when needed and submitting completed tests on the assessment section on the Learning Management System.
Learning Activators
guide the journey
Our Learning Activators communicate learning outcomes to the student and presents scheduled group classes. The Activator follows up with each student personally to guide their progress, schedules and presents extra activation classes for students who need extra help, checks in on the mastery of learning outcomes, and follows the student’s progress on the Learning Management System.
Learning Coaches
help navigate
While you are the most important coach in the life of your FET Phase child, we also have a qualified learning coach who is equipped to engagingly interact with your child and help them grasp basic skills, navigate life, and verbalise their emotions. Our learning coaches play a key role at our day camps where they interact with each child.
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Students follow their learning activator’s instructions to complete the tasks required.
Joins scheduled group classes. Attends catch-up sessions with their learning activator, if required. Takes part in group discussions and assignments. Logs in to the Learning Management System and systematically work through the content. When mastery is achieved, they can move straight onto the next section. Submits assessments and assignments as indicated on the Learning Management Sy
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The foundation phase is one in which you as a parent have a crucial role to play.
Your child’s learning activator is a knowledgeable foundation phase teacher who will assist and advise you at every step in the educational journey of your child. They will check in with you personally every week to discuss requirements and progress, and will help you assess your child’s mastery of concepts and activities. They also facilitate the live group classes that your child attends.
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Our learning architects and activators have developed a solid structure to guide your choices for your child
Your child's learning activator is a knowledgeable and passionate senior phase teacher who will assist and advise you at every step in the educational journey of your child. They will provide a framework of what exactly what needs to be done and will mainly be responsible for assessing your child’s mastery of concepts and activities. If your child has trouble with a certain concept, they will schedule activation sessions to assist in mastering that particular hurdle.
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While you are the most important coach in the life of your foundation phase child, we also have a qualified life coach who is equipped to engagingly interact with your child and help them grasp basic skills, navigate life, and verbalise their emotions. Our life coaches play a key role at our day camps where they interact with each child.
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Books & Apps
Through our strategic partnership with iStore Education, the distributors of Apple in South Africa, we will supply your child’s device with all the required books and apps they will need. All e-books and apps are included in the annual tuition fee. *Please note this excludes the device.
With digital mastery being a key component of our offering, we have chosen to partner with Think Ahead and Apple in our educational journey. This will allow us to curate and push specific apps to our students to use at age-appropriate times. We will also be able to monitor activity on the apps and iPads to ensure that the set outcomes are achieved.
In addition, all older siblings at Evolve Online School qualify for a sibling discount off of the cost of an iPad.
All students enrolled in the Senior or FET Phase will need a laptop/desktop for learning.
We will supply all apps used as part of the curriculum.
Assessments takes place continuously and in various ways.
The learning pathways guide your child's progress they are following on Blackboard Ultra (our Learner Management System) and is monitored by an AI machine learning system. The teachers may contact you to discuss any home-based requirements and keep you informed about your child's progress. They have consultation hours during the week where you or your child can make an appointment to discuss any specific challenges.
What do you need to start
your learning adventure?
We’re excited to take the first steps of a new learning adventure with you and your child. If you’re interested in your child joining Evolve Online School, please complete the steps below.
