Academics

Comprehensive education programs for Grades 8–12 aligned with national standards.

Our Curriculum

Mahlasedi High School follows the Gauteng Department of Education curriculum, ensuring our learners receive quality education that meets national standards and prepares them for success.

Core Subjects

Essential subjects including Mathematics, English, and Sciences that form the foundation of academic excellence.

Sciences

Physical Sciences and Life Sciences with practical laboratory work and experiments.

Humanities

Social Sciences, History, and Geography to develop critical thinking and global awareness.

NSC Certification

National Senior Certificate upon completion.

Grade Levels

8-9

Grades 8 & 9 (Senior Phase)

The Senior Phase builds on foundational knowledge and introduces learners to more complex concepts across all subject areas.

Core Subjects:

  • English Home Language / First Additional Language
  • Mathematics
  • Natural Sciences
  • Social Sciences

Additional Subjects:

  • Technology
  • Economic and Management Sciences
  • Life Orientation
  • Creative Arts
10-12

Grades 10, 11 & 12 (FET Phase)

The Further Education and Training (FET) Phase prepares learners for the National Senior Certificate (Matric) and beyond.

Compulsory Subjects:

  • English Home Language / First Additional Language
  • Mathematics / Mathematical Literacy
  • Life Orientation

Elective Subjects (Choose 4):

  • Physical Sciences
  • Life Sciences
  • Accounting
  • Business Studies
  • Economics
  • Geography
  • History

Academic Support

Extra Classes

Additional support sessions for learners who need extra help.

Study Groups

Peer-led study sessions to enhance collaborative learning.

Digital Resources

Access to online learning materials and educational platforms.

Assessment

Regular testing and feedback to monitor progress.

Matric Excellence Program

Our Grade 12 learners benefit from a comprehensive Matric preparation program designed to maximize their performance in the National Senior Certificate examinations.

  • Intensive revision sessions
  • Past paper practice and analysis
  • Exam technique workshops
  • Subject-specific support
  • Career guidance and university preparation

Academic Calendar

Term 1

January – March

Term 2

April – June

Term 3

July – September

Term 4

October – December

Aligned with Gauteng Department of Education calendar

2023 Matric Results

Mahlasedi High School's 2023 matric results demonstrate strong achievement in core subjects, with consistent high performance in Economics, English, and Geography.

Economics

100%
Maintained from 2022: 100%

English FAL

100%
Maintained from 2022: 100%

Geography

100%
Maintained from 2022: 100%

Life Sciences

97.7%
Down from 2022: 100%

History

88.1%
Down from 2022: 96.0%

Agricultural Sciences

79.3%
Down from 2022: 100%

Business Studies

72.4%
Down from 2022: 100%

Accounting

61.5%
Down from 2022: 88.9%

Mathematics

44.4%
Down from 2022: 93.3%

Summary

Mahlasedi High School's 2023 results show consistent high performance in Economics, English, and Geography, all maintaining perfect 100% pass rates. While declines in Accounting, Agricultural Sciences, Business Studies, and Mathematics highlight areas for additional support and reinforcement, the overall results reflect strong academic achievements in core subjects. The school continues to focus on providing comprehensive support to ensure excellence across all subject areas.

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