Curriculum Information
Pre-Primary
Our pre-primary curriculum is wholly age appropriate. The programs offer fun and interesting ways to become oriented with the mouse and keyboard, as well as teaching navigation. As the students progress into Grade R, we introduce them to basic numeracy and literacy, in line with what they are doing in class. Key skills which are developed during this age group are:
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Foundation Phase
We expose our foundation phase learners to a large range of programs, which enable them to use technology effectively in their learning process. The lessons include:
- Creating our own games and resources which enforce class based learning as well as IT skills
- Weekly typing practice which teaches students the correct finger placement and the ability to touch type
- Literacy based activities which assess comprehension skills
- Fun maths based activities which align with the work that the students are doing in class
- Introduction to Microsoft Office, especially concentrating on formatting skills
- Creative activities which include drawing and taking pictures
- Creating computer programs using 2Code, and learning the associated vocabulary and concepts
- Publishing activities, such as creating cards, posters and post cards
Intermediate Phase
The intermediate phase sees a move towards more formal learning of the Microsoft Suite, but with a healthy dose of creativity and fun. Our lessons include the following:
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