The IEB curriculum is carefully curated to provide students with a well-rounded and academically robust education, preparing them for the challenges of the modern world. IEB courses provide students with a globally recognised qualification, and the skills necessary to open doors to opportunities in leading higher education facilities in South Africa and around the globe. The IEB programme includes portfolio tasks that students undertake throughout the year, contributing towards their final grade.
Why Choose Our IEB School in Durbanville, Cape Town?
At our IEB school in Durbanville our students learn how to think differently, considering complex issues in an analytical, reflective and solutions-focused way. Teachers and staff facilitating the IEB course encourage students to direct their own learning, and ask the kind of constructive, critical questions that bring a vital breadth and depth to their knowledge as we teach them how to think, not what to think.
The Independent Examinations Board (IEB) curriculum in South Africa offers many benefits for learners, families and schools:
The IEB curriculum is designed to be academically rigorous and provide a solid grounding in a wide range of subjects, preparing students for the next stage of their educational journey by ensuring academic readiness for university studies.
The IEB curriculum supports the development of independent thinking, with an emphasis on research skills and self-discipline. Students learn how to engage critically with their chosen subjects, cultivating a lifelong love of learning and intellectual curiosity. This holistic approach to education ensures that students develop into well-rounded, confident individuals.
Students need to study 7 subjects in total. There are 3 compulsory subjects and 4 electives.
The 3 compulsory subjects are: English Home Language, Afrikaans First Additional Language, and Life Orientation.
Elective subjects are: Physical Science, Life Sciences, History, Geography, Drama, Visual Arts, Dance Studies, Information Technology, and French.
At our IEB School in Durbanville we hand-pick our teachers based on their experience and academic standards. Our teachers encourage students to achieve success by motivating and engaging them in a range of learning methodologies designed to enhance their understanding and support high levels of overall attainment.
We expect our teachers to keep up to date with the latest IEB teaching methods and we provide ample time for continuing professional development and the exchange of best practices. Our IEB teaching staff work collaboratively and share their broad expertise from around the world with colleagues here in Durbanville.
Our teachers are the backbone of our school community, fostering a warm and welcoming culture that values creativity, teamwork, and teaching quality of the highest calibre.
The IEB curriculum has a reputation for high academic standards and its holistic approach is often considered to provide a more wide-ranging and robust education, with a greater level of flexibility for schools and teachers. In comparison, the NSC curriculum provides a far more standardised approach and although both are recognised by tertiary institutions, the IEB is often considered to be the gold-standard in terms of academics.
IEB classes prepare students for life beyond school, with a particular focus on practical and transferrable skills that will serve them well both at university and in the world of work. Many international universities and colleges recognise IEB qualifications, not just because of the depth and breadth of the IEB curriculum, but because they teach students how to think critically, problem-solve effectively and communicate clearly.
The IEB assessment emphasises critical thinking, problem-solving, and a comprehensive understanding of a wide range of subjects. It goes beyond rote memorisation, and encourages ongoing assessment and feedback, so that teachers have a better understanding of each student's abilities and growth and can then tailor their approach accordingly. Students are required to complete tasks throughout the year, including projects, case studies, tests and practical assessments, all of which contribute towards their final grade.
IEB qualifications can be advantageous for students looking to pursue further studies as well as for those who wish to enter the job market. Employers and academic institutions recognise the benefits and quality of an IEB education and the National Secondary Certificate is an internationally recognised qualification that is accompanied by strong networks and alumni communities.
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