Stage 1-3
Equivalent to grades 1 – 3
This is the start of a student’s exciting educational adventure!
Stage 1-3 is focused on building a strong foundation to assist students in their educational journey. Strong foundations are imperative for all students’ future learning endeavours. The stage 1-3 learning programme is focused on linguistics, mathematics, integrated sciences and a personal power programme. Core competencies are developed though fun, creative and playful learning strategies.
Due to the nature of stage 1-3 at BRC, a student can stay in the foundation phase until they are truly ready to commence to the next stage of their educational journey. The leap between the foundation phase and intermediate learning phase at any educational institution is a giant leap for students, let alone those who require more time to master certain concepts.
Stage 4-6
Equivalent to grades 4-6
In stage 4-6 there is a greater focus on technical and academic skills. In stage 4-6 the standard of learning becomes more complex and challenging. Stage 4-6 students are introduced to new concepts such as time management, study and goal setting skills. During this stage, students become exposed to more advanced assessments such as tests and exams.
Subjects include:
- English First Language
- Afrikaans First Additional Language
- Mathematics
- Integrated Sciences
- History
- Geography
- Personal Power Programme
Stage 7-9
Equivalent to grades 7-9
Learners in stage 7-9 strictly follow the British International curriculum. In stage 8, however, learners will slowly begin to work towards the GCSE’s for which a more focused approach and intensive preparation is to follow in Year 9.
Subjects include:
- English First Language
- Afrikaans Second Language
- Mathematics
- Combined Sciences (Chemistry, Physics and Biology)
- History
- Geography
- Personal Power
Assessment in these stages will take place termly through written and online, summative tests and examinations.
International GCSE Phase
Year 1 and Year 2 (Stage 10 & Stage 11): Learners take 6 subjects
In GCSE, learners will start preparing intensively for the GCSE examinations which will take place after 18 months in year 11. These are completed and marked at an accredited British International examination center.
The GCSE qualifications provide a solid foundation for higher level courses such as A and AS Levels. A minimum requirement for RSA Matriculation Certificate is: 4 GCSE and 1 AS subject.
We currently offer the following subjects for the GCSE’s: *The subjects selected must include two different languages, English 1st Language being compulsory. No student with fewer subjects than five IGCSE subjects will be awarded an ICE certificate. Any additional subjects that a student wishes to take that is not offered by BRC, may do so at their own personal capacity.
- English First Language
- Afrikaans Second Language
- Mathematics
- Physics
- Chemistry
- Biology
- History
- Geography
- Business Studies
AS Levels
Stage 12: Learners take 5 – 6 subjects
At AS level, learners will be in their final 12-18 months of their schooling and will intensively prepare for their final examinations. These are written and assessed at accredited British International exam centers.
Parental support in Stages 10 – 12 is paramount for children to be successful in these examinations. Children in these year groups are expected to be disciplined and to take responsibility for their learning, so that they can work towards achieving international standards in their education. The following subjects will be continued in stage 10 – 12:
- English First Language
- Afrikaans Second Language
- Mathematics
- Physics
- Chemistry
- Biology
- History
- Geography
- Business Studies