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Don’t wait! Get your 2024 school admission documents ready today!

On Monday, 13 March 2023, the 2024 school admission process begins! We understand that the admissions process can be a stressful time of...

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Late applications continue to be submitted 6 weeks into the school year

The Western Cape Education Department has been hard at work since before schools reopened to complete infrastructure for new learners in...

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Court hammers Codeta’s illegal blockade of learner transport

The Western Cape High Court today granted a final interdict against the Congress of Democratic Taxi Associations (Codeta), preventing them...

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Learners excel against the odds

Western Cape Education Minister, David Maynier, recognised two learners who exemplified exceptional courage and determination in achieving their success.

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Outeniqua learner showcases research at Taiwan international science fair

Jaco Jacobs, a Grade 12 learner at Outeniqua High School in George presented his science project at the 2023 Taiwan International Science...

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Sustainathon Schools Challenge seeks solutions for real-world problems

The 2023 Sustainathon Schools Challenge promises increased participation across South Africa following the successful launch in Cape Town...

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Register for the T4 Transforming Education in Africa Summit

Teachers, NGOs, politicians, tech entrepreneurs, and other leading figures in African education are coming together to discuss issues...

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Raemondo Lessing takes on the world

Raemondo Lessing, a Grade 11 learner at Jan Kriel School in Kuils River, participated in the 2022 Pismo ISA World Para Surf Championship in...

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Blossom Street PS learner takes the 2022 Story Stars title!

Umar Jones, a learner from Blossom Street Primary School is the 2022 Story Stars winner. His story has now been included in the next...

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Western Cape celebrates achievements of learners and schools in NSC exams

Hard work and dedication paid off for the Western Cape’s top matriculants who were honoured at the 2022 National Senior Certificate Awards...

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