Academics

Academics is the main task at hand and all learners are encouraged to give of their best in all aspects of academics. The focus is on learners achieving a matric certificate that is of quality and allow learners to explore any tertiary education (academic or trade) that they wish to pursue.

SUBJECTS OFFERED AT STIRLING (GET PHASE)

All Grade 8 and 9 learners will do the following subjects:

  • English Home Language
  • Mathematics
  • Life Orientation
  • Natural Sciences (Life Sciences and Physical Sciences)
  • Social Sciences (History and Geography)
  • Economic Management Sciences (EMS and Accounting)
  • Technology
  • Digital Technology

Grade 8 and 9 learners must choose ONE of the following options:

  • First Additional Language: Afrikaans OR isiXhosa
  • Creative Arts: Drama OR Music OR Art OR Drama and Music OR Drama and Art OR Music and Art

SUBJECT CHOICE COMBINATIONS (FET CLASSES)

All Grade 10, 11 and 12 learners will do English Home Language and Life Orientation. Learners must choose ONE of the following:

  • Afrikaans OR isiXhosa
  • Mathematics OR Mathematical Literacy

Learners whose Mathematics result was condoned in Grade 9, are advised to choose Mathematical Literacy for the FET Phase.

The three choice subjects have been grouped into three different combinations. Learners are required to select ONE subject per combination.

 Combination 1:

  • Physical Sciences
  • Computer Applications Technology
  • History
  • Business Studies
  • Consumer Studies

 Combination 2:

  • Life Sciences
  • Visual Arts
  • Information Technology
  • History
  • Dramatic Arts
  • Economics

 Combination 3:

  • Accounting
  • Music
  • Life Sciences
  • Engineering Graphics and Design
  • Business Studies
  • Geography

Learners are allowed to offer an extra subject considering the additional work load and demands. Doing an additional subject is demanding and should only be considered if a learner is academically capable of the demands.

Time spent on the subject will occur after school hours and communication between learner and teacher is vital. The learner will need to be able to manage their time effectively to ensure all SBA tasks are completed.

PROMOTION REQUIREMENTS

Grades 8 and 9

  • English Home Language | 50% | Lvl 4
  • First Additional Language | 40% | Lvl 3
  • Mathematics | 40% | Lvl 3

Remaining subjects

  • 40% in 3 of the 6 subjects | Lvl 3 x 3
  • 30% in 2 of the 6 subjects | Lvl 2 x 2
  • May have less than 30% in one of the subjects 

At the end of the academic year, mark adjustments and condonations will be applied according to the departmental instructions.

Grades 10, 11 and 12

 In order to be promoted to the next grade, the learner must comply with the following:

  • All SBA (School Based Assessments) must be complete.
  • Pass English Home Language with at least 40%
  • Pass TWO subjects at 40%
  • Pass THREE other subjects at 30%

Take note: if a learner achieves below 30% in two subjects, the learner will not be promoted to the next grade. No condonation is allowed in Grade 10 and 11.

TYPES OF PASSES | FET PHASE

DEGREE course (Bachelor’s Pass)

To gain admission to a DEGREE course (Bachelor’s Pass), a learner has to:

  • Pass English Home Language with at least 40%
  • Must have at least 50% for FOUR subjects (excluding Life Orientation)
  • Must have at least 30% for TWO other subjects
DIPLOMA course

To gain admission to a DIPLOMA course, a learner has to:

  • Pass English Home Language with at least 40%
  • Must have at least 40% for FOUR subjects (excluding Life Orientation)
  • Must have at least 30% for TWO other subjects
CERTIFICATE course

To gain admission to a CERTIFICATE course, a learner has to:

  • Pass English Home Language with at least 40%
  • Must have at least 40% for TWO subjects
  • Must have at least 30% for THREE other subjects

MATRIC RESULTS | 2024

We are very proud of our Matric Class of 2024. They achieved the following exceptional results:

  • 99.1% pass rate
  • 88% bachelor pass
  • 19 learners achieved an average of above 80%
  • Top Achiever: Tatum Knox 90.6%
  • 7 Distinctions: Sarah Brodie, Gemma Hanafey, Tatum Knox, Daniel van Zyl-Smit, Jenna Victor
  • 6 Distinctions: Chaneeka Govender, Noah McAllister, Xola Mcwetyana, David Terblanche
  • 5 Distinctions: Andrea Wiseman, Millie Caswell, Rachel Krull, Chloe Snyman, Thandokuhle Pikwa, Jean van Rooyen
  • 4 Distinctions: Kacy Bahlmann, Liso Bonga, Chad Clark-Evans, Kyra Goldswain, Naomi Pretorius, Samuel Williams

100% pass in the following subjects:

    • English Home Language
    • isiXhosa First Additional Language
    • Mathematical Literacy
    • Life Orientation
    • Accounting
    • Computer Applications Technology
    • Consumer Studies
    • Dramatic Arts
    • Economics
    • Engineering Graphics and Design
    • Geography
    • Information Technology
    • Music
    • Visual Arts

GRADES 8-11 | ACADEMIC AWARDS

MERIT BADGES

ACADEMIC BADGES

ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE

COLOURS

HONOURS

Academic excellence has the power to unlock new opportunities and we continuously motivate and remind our learners of the importance of achieving to the best of one’s ability.

ACADEMIC SUPPORT

At Stirling High School, we provide afternoon academic assistance in English, First Additional Language (FAL), Mathematics, and Accounting. These sessions help consolidate classroom learning, offering additional practice through worksheets and revision papers.

Our dedicated teachers are available to guide and support learners, whether they need help meeting passing requirements or are looking to build further confidence in a subject.

We also offer a peer tutoring program, where students assist one another in smaller groups, creating a collaborative and effective learning environment. All academic support is provided free of charge and on a voluntary basis, with the shared goal of fostering academic success.