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Draft Policy for the General Education Certificate (GEC)
The Department of Basic Education is seeking input on a draft policy introducing a new General Education Certificate, which may serve as an alternative qualification pathway for learners.
Call for submissions from stakeholder bodies and members of the public on the draft Policy for the General Education Certificate (GEC)
Reference
https://www.education.gov.za/Resources/Legislation/CallforComments.aspx
Proposed 2023 School Calendar for Public Schools
Stakeholders can provide feedback on the proposed academic calendar for the 2023 school year, including term dates and holiday schedules.
Call for submissions from stakeholder bodies and members of the public on the proposed 2023 school calendar for public schools
Proposed Amendments to Regulations on Minimum Uniform Norms and Standards for Public School Infrastructure
The Department of Basic Education is inviting feedback on proposed updates to infrastructure standards for public schools, including classroom size, facilities, and safety requirements.
Call for Comments: 2022 Title Date Amendments to the regulations relating to minimum uniform norms and standards for public school infrastructure
2025 Regulations on Minimum Uniform Norms and Standards for Capacity of Ordinary Public Schools
The Department of Basic Education is seeking input on proposed regulations that define the minimum physical and operational capacity standards for ordinary public schools.
Call for Comments: SASA, 1996 (Act No. 84 of 1996): Regulations on minimum Uniform Norms and Standards for capacity of Ordinary Public Schools, 2025
Proposed 2028 school calendar for public schools
The Department of Basic Education is inviting public and stakeholder feedback on the proposed 2028 school calendar for public schools. This includes input on term dates, holidays, and academic scheduling across South Africa.
Download Call for submissions from stakeholder bodies and members of the public on the proposed 2028 school calendar for public schools
Admission of Learners to Public Schools Regulations
Stakeholders are invited to comment on the proposed regulations governing how learners are admitted into public schools, including criteria, processes, and equity considerations.
Call for Comments: South African Schools Act, 1996 (Act No. 84 of 1996): Admission of Learners to Public Schools Regulations
2026 Draft Regulations on Management of Learner Pregnancy in Schools
The Department of Basic Education is seeking public input on draft regulations that aim to guide how schools manage cases of learner pregnancy, ensuring support, continuity of education, and protection from discrimination.
Call for Comments: 2026 Draft Regulations on Management of Learner Pregnancy in Schools
Proposed Amendments to the National Policy for Determining School Calendars
This opportunity allows stakeholders to provide feedback on proposed changes to the national policy that governs how school calendars are determined across public schools in South Africa.
Call for comments on the Proposed Amendments to the National Policy for Determining School Calendars for Public Schools in South Africa
Amended History CAPS documents
The Department of Basic Education invites comments on revised Curriculum and Assessment Policy Statements (CAPS) for History, which include updated content, teaching approaches, and assessment guidelines.
Call for comments on the amended History CAPS documents
Draft CAPS for New Grades 8 and 9 Subjects under the Three Stream Model
The Department is seeking comments on the draft CAPS documents for new subjects introduced in Grades 8 and 9 as part of the Three Stream Model in the National Curriculum Statement.
Call for comments on the draft CAPS for new Grades 8 and 9 subjects developed as part of the three stream model to be listed in the NCS Grades R-12
