Home Schooling in South Africa: A Flexible Alternative
Home Education, also known as Home Schooling, provides parents with an alternative to traditional public or independent schools. It allows parents to take an active role in their children’s education at home. If you prefer teaching your child at home, here’s what you need to know.
How to Register for Home Education
To start home schooling, apply to the head of your Provincial Education Department. Here are the steps and required documents:
- Application Form: Complete the electronic application form.
- Parent’s ID: Submit a certified copy of your ID.
- Child’s Birth Certificate: Provide a certified copy of your child’s birth certificate.
- School Report or Immunisation Card: Submit the last school report (if previously in school) or the immunisation card (for new school starters).
- Foreign Nationals: Include certified copies of the passport/study permit/work permit/asylum document.
- Timetable: Provide a weekly timetable showing daily contact time.
- Annual Breakdown: Detail the terms for the year (196 days per year).
- Learning Programme: Include a detailed learning programme.
Essential Records to Keep
After registration, maintain the following records for your child’s education:
- Attendance Record: Keep track of your child’s daily attendance.
- Portfolio of Work: Compile a portfolio of your child’s work.
- Progress Records: Maintain up-to-date records of your child’s progress.
- Educational Support: Document the support provided to your child.
- Continuous Assessment: Keep evidence of ongoing assessments.
- Year-End Assessment: Record the results of assessments and examinations at the end of each year.
- Grade Outcomes: Provide evidence of outcomes achieved at the end of Grades 3, 6, and 9.
Cost and Processing Time
The service is free of charge, and the application process can take up to 30 days to complete.
Why Choose Home Education?
Home education offers a personalized learning experience, flexibility, and the ability to cater to your child’s unique learning style. It encourages a closer family bond and can foster a love for learning.
If you’re ready to explore home schooling, visit Career4U.co.za for more information and to begin the registration process.