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Senior Primary: Gr 4 – Gr 7

NORTHERN PARK PRIMARY SCHOOLRef: https://npps.co.za/senior-primary/

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Collected on 30 July 2026

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What this means

This document is a webpage section for Northern Park Primary School describing the Senior Primary phase (Grades 4 to 7). It explains how learners are assessed (formal and informal components), outlines the CAPS-based curriculum for Grades 4–6 (including three languages with English as Language of Instruction, plus Mathematics, Natural and Social Science, and Life Skills), and describes Grade 7 as part of the Senior Phase with increased independence and prefect leadership. It also covers compulsory homework (Monday to Thursday), school excursions, and features of the Media Centre (including an interactive Smart Board).

Facts

Reference

https://npps.co.za/senior-primary/

Key Takeaways

  • School: Northern Park Primary School
  • Senior Primary phase: Grades 4 to 7
  • Assessment: formal assessments (tests under examination conditions) and informal assessments (classwork/homework, weekly spelling tests, projects, self-studies, oral activities, other assignments)
  • Curriculum (CAPS) for Grades 4–6: English as Language of Instruction; Afrikaans and isiZulu as First Additional Languages; Mathematics; Natural and Social Science; Life Skills (Physical Education, Personal and Social Well-being, Visual Art, Music, Drama)
  • Grade 7 focus: increased independence; selected Grade 7 learners appointed as Prefects to assist with discipline and school functioning
  • Homework: compulsory for all grades, Monday to Thursday inclusive; varies by grade; Foundation Phase mainly reading, spelling, bonds and tables
  • Media Centre: books/charts/items largely purchased through school fees; learners must care for books; interactive Smart Board used for lessons
  • Excursions: academic/educational excursions each year; usually during school hours; some extend 2–3 days
  • Northern Park Primary School
  • CAPS (Curriculum and Assessment Policy Statement)
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