academics
Building a Passion for Learning Together
Wynberg caters for Students in two phases
Our rigorous academic programmes ensure that all students are equipped with the tools and knowledge they need to become effective and influential members of our society. Our holistic approach recognises the roles of all stakeholders in the academic journey – students, parents, and staff – to ensure that Wynberg boys are fully supported to achieve academic excellence.
The General Education and Training phase (GET)
All students in the GET phase follow a course which lays a broad foundation for more detailed study encountered in the FET course.
GET subjects offered at Wynberg:
Grade 8 and Grade 9
Grade 8 and Grade 9
- English Home Language
- Afrikaans or isiXhosa (First Additional Language)
- Mathematics
- Natural Sciences (Physics, Chemistry and Biology)
- Social Sciences (History and Geography)
- Technology
- Creative Arts (Drama, Music, Art and Dance)
- Economic and Management Sciences (EMS)
– an introduction to Accounting, Economics and Business Studies
The Further Education and Training phase (FET)
Grade 10 is the first year of a three year National Senior Certificate course, with the following high credit subjects which count toward university entrance on offer:
four compulsory subjects:
- Home Language – English
- First Additional Language – Afrikaans or isiXhosa
- Mathematics
- Life Orientation
Students are required to choose three or four more elective subjects:
Accounting , Economics, Engineering Graphics & Design (EGD) Geography, History, Information Technology, Life Sciences, Music, Physical Sciences, Visual Arts, Electronics , Construction
