Academics
MIND
Learners are encouraged to think independently and critically in preparation for tertiary education
Through rigorous academic interaction with an excellent team of teachers in a wide range of subjects, we are able to achieve at the highest academic levels. Parel Vallei is proud of its very strong academic record and has regularly produced Matric learners who reach the Top 20 positions in the Western Cape. Our past pupils achieve exceptionally well at university which shows that our academic approach is successful in preparing our learners for tertiary education. Our approach is based upon a responsibility model where pupils’ actions will carry consequences. This encourages self-discipline which underpins success in their academic pursuits. Through the Parel Vallei Advanced Education Trust, we are able to offer opportunities for accelerated learning after school hours. We offer IEB Advanced Programme Mathematics and English to selected pupils.
SUBJECTS OFFERED
Gr. 8 and 9 – A learner takes 9 subjects.
Languages – English and Afrikaans: Of the two languages taken, one MUST be a HOME LANGUAGE. (A learner may select two Home language options but may not select two First Additional Language options.)
- English Home Language OR English First Additional Language.
- Afrikaans Huistaal OF Afrikaans Eerste Addisionele Taal.
- Life Orientation
- Mathematics
- Natural Sciences (Physical Sciences and Life Sciences offered separately)
- Social Sciences (Geography and History offered separately)
- Economic Management Sciences
- Technology
- Creative Arts – One of following two options is selected: Drama & Design OR Drama & Music
Extra-curricular subjects:French / German on Second Additional Language level
Gr. 10 to 12 – A learner must take a minimum of 7 subjects.
Languages – English and Afrikaans: Of the two languages taken, one MUST be a HOME LANGUAGE. (A learner may select two Home language options but may not select two First Additional Language options.)
Compulsory Subjects:
- English Home Language OR English First Additional Language.
- Afrikaans Huistaal OF Engels Eerste Addisionele Taal.
- Pure Mathematics OR Mathematical Literacy
- Life Orientation.
- – 7. Three of the following choice subjects must be chosen:
- Accounting
- Business Studies
- Computer Application Technology
- Consumer Studies
- Design
- Dramatic Arts
- Economics
- Engineering Graphics & Design
- Geography
- History
- Hospitality Studies
- Information Technology
- Life Sciences
- Music*
- Physical Sciences
- Tourism
*Music: We offer tuition in the following instruments: Piano, Keyboard, Singing, Violin, Viola, Clarinet, Saxophone, Classical Guitar, Ukulele, Electric Guitar, Bass Guitar, Trumpet, Trombone, French Horn, Percussion, Drums
8th Subject: Should a learner wish to take an eighth subject in the FET phase, it must be taken from the beginning of Gr.10.
Extra-curricular subjects: French / German on Second Additional Language level
Parel Vallei Advanced Education Program: Enriching education for Gr.’s 10 to 12,
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| 2024 | Travanin Hugo | 2004 | Christian Rohwer |
| 2023 | Jared Slater | 2003 | Linsen Loots |
| 2022 | Christian Kotzé | 2002 | Jakojan Lawrie |
| 2021 | Nerise Malan | 2001 | Duane Petersen |
| 2020 | Danielle Kleyn | 2000 | Elmo Pretorius |
| 2019 | Kayla van Rensburg | 1999 | Wynand van Staden |
| 2018 | Renée van Zyl | 1998 | Francois du Toit |
| 2017 | Jenna Beavon | 1997 | Melanie Knutsen |
| 2016 | Michael Steyn | 1996 | Ilse Dietrichsen |
| 2015 | Teneille Nel | 1995 | Noreen Jansen |
| 2014 | Trudette Schoeman | 1994 | Mia Farr |
| 2013 | Jacobus Moorcroft | 1993 | Nicholas Tickner |
| 2012 | JC Schoeman | 1992 | Adam Scott |
| 2011 | Esther van Zyl | 1991 | Denise Venter |
| 2010 | Christian Rossouw | 1990 | Alan Corfield |
| 2009 | Koot Kotzé | 1989 | Marie Venter |
| 2008 | Carolyn de Reuck | 1988 | Marie Venter |
| 2007 | Adri Verster | 1987 | Marie Venter |
| 2006 | Benette van Wyk | 1986 | Henriette de Vries |
| 2005 | Esmari Kruger |
Parel Vallei Advanced Education Trust
The Parel Vallei Advanced Education Trust was formally established in 2006 to support and provide advanced educational opportunities to pupils at Parel Vallei High School, as well as any deserving educational institution in the Helderberg Basin. The Trustees have a vision of enabling children to develop academically, beyond the confines of a National Curriculum. The Parel Vallei Advanced Education Centre is based at Parel Vallei High School. Since its inception, this Trust has grown slowly but steadily and has served Parel Vallei extremely well. Since 2013, the Trust has been registered as a Public Benefit Organisation (PBO) and any donations which are made into this trust are claimable from tax. Readers are invited to support this trust and in this way, ensure that Parel Vallei High School will always be at the top of the academic list.
The Advanced Education Centre (AEC)
The AEC operates as a stand-alone provider of advanced education within Parel Vallei High School. It is backed by the Parel Vallei Advanced Education Trust but learners pay for tuition and text books. The Centre offers AP Mathematics (IEB) and AP English (IEB) as a supplement to the NCS Maths curriculum.
Advanced Programme (AP) Mathematics
AP Maths was introduced by the AEC in 2011. Its purpose is to supplement the NCS and to give matric candidates a better chance of success in the fields of Maths and Statistics at university.
The AP Mathematics curriculum, which focuses on problem-solving skills, has been developed by the IEB and is accredited by Umalusi. The AP National Examination is written at the end of Grade 12. Successful candidates will receive IEB Certification.
The course takes place over three years, starting in Grade 10. The following fields are included in the curriculum:
- Calculus
- Algebra
- Probability and Inferential Statistics
Advanced Programme (AP) English
AP English was introduced in 2018 to supplement the NCS.
The AP English course takes place over three years, starting in Grade 10 and culminating in the national IEB examination which will be written in October of the Grade 12 year.
AP English specifically promotes and cultivates a deeper appreciation and understanding of English literature and allows for more thorough analysis and discussions which could ease the transition from high school to the first year of university.
The following fields are included in the AP English curriculum:
- poetry (compulsory) and
- two of the following options: prose, drama or film.
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