Learning Programmes

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As a Independent  school, Da Silva Academy Primary follows the South African Curriculum Assessment Policy (CAPS) system of education.

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Subjects include:

• English (First Language)

• Afrikaans (Second Language)

• Mathematics

• Social Sciences (History and Geography)

• Natural Science

• Life Orientation (LO)

• Music and Drama

• Art

• Economic and Management Science (EMS) – Grade 7 only

• Technology – Grade 7 only

• Computer classes

From Grades 1-3, learners will have a main class teacher, with breakaways for specialist subjects such as Art, Music and Drama, and Physical Education.

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From Grades 4-7, children are assigned to a register teacher, and then move around the school during periods to subject specialists.

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Physical Education

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We firmly believe that a healthy body creates a healthy mind. Physical Education forms part of the school’s curriculum and learners from Grades RR-7 participate in this activity.

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