Academic

At Dalpark Independent School, we offer a nurturing, collaborative environment where each learner is valued and encouraged to take responsibility for their own learning journey.

ACADEMIC OFFERING:

Our enriched IEB curriculum is designed to promote self-development and critical thinking, encouraging learners to take ownership of their education and to reflect upon their progress. With state-of-the-art facilities, including a dedicated Science laboratory, a Robotics laboratory, and classrooms equipped with interactive whiteboards and projectors, learners from Grade 4 to 10 also have Wi-Fi access to digital resources on their own devices.

Through specialized support from EduNation Management Services, our curriculum includes methodologies like Robotics from Grade 1 to 6, the Flipped Classroom approach, collaborative learning through the Harkness method, and data-driven interventions that ensure each learner reaches their potential.

From Singapore Maths in the Foundation Phase to continuous assessment practices, we are dedicated to a holistic, forward-thinking educational experience.

Our Grade R program is designed to inspire young learners through play, encouraging natural curiosity and a love for learning. Alongside building strong foundations in Language, Life Skills, and Maths, our learners develop essential physical co-ordination and fine motor skills. We foster social growth through interactive group activities, helping each child gain confidence and build friendships in a warm, supportive environment.

SUBJECTS OFFERED

The school follows the standard IEB curriculum. Subjects offered are phase-specific; however, the following encompasses the Prep and Senior School. Subject offering is dependent on demand. In 2025, we’ll be phasing in Robotics for Grades 1-6 to foster early interest in technology and innovation.

Grades 1-3
English - Home Language
Afrikaans - First Additional Language
IsiZulu - Second Additional Language
Mathematics
Life Skills (Beginning Knowledge, Personal and Social Wellbeing, Creative Arts and Physical Education)
Grades 4-9
English - Home Language
Afrikaans - First Additional Language
Mathematics
Economic and Management Sciences
Natural Sciences
Social Sciences
Creative Arts/Arts and Culture
Life Skills/Life Orientation
Technology
Grade 10 Subject Choices
English HL (compulsory)
Life Orientation (compulsory)
Afrikaans FAL (compulsory)
Maths or Maths Literacy
Physical Science
Accounting
Tourism
Life Science
Economics
History
Geography
Business Studies
Computer Applications Technology