Three Stream Curriculum
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Enrolment in the DCAPS (Differentiated CAPS) Curriculum Pathway
Learners who benefit from smaller learning steps, require repetition and reinforcement, learn best through concrete examples, and need curriculum adaptation may enrol in DCAPS. This pathway supports foundational literacy, numeracy, and life skills development with individualised learning support.
- Who it is for
- learners who benefit from smaller learning steps, require repetition and reinforcement, and need curriculum adaptation
- How to act on it
- Apply for enrolment at Forest Town School through the admissions process, based on psycho-educational assessments and suitability for DCAPS.
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DCAPS is suited for learners who: Benefit from smaller learning steps Require repetition and reinforcement of concepts Learn best through concrete examples and hands-on learning Need curriculum adaptation and differentiation
Enrolment in the CAPS Curriculum Pathway
Learners who can manage academic work with minimal support, follow structured grade-level learning, and are working toward a traditional academic qualification may enrol in the CAPS pathway. This programme prepares students for the National Senior Certificate (Matric).
- Who it is for
- learners who can manage academic work with minimal support and are working toward a traditional academic qualification
- How to act on it
- Apply for enrolment at Forest Town School through the admissions process, based on assessment and suitability for the CAPS curriculum.
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CAPS is suited for learners who: Can manage academic work with minimal support Are able to follow structured grade-level learning May have mild learning barriers or specific learning difficulties Are working toward a traditional academic qualification
Enrolment in the Technical Occupational Curriculum (TOC) Pathway
The TOC pathway is a four-year practical, skills-based programme designed for learners preparing for employment and independent living. It includes a Pre-Orientation year for younger learners and specialisation in skills such as Beauty and Nail Technology or Hospitality. Learners complete the General Education Certificate (GEC) external examination in Year 4.
- Who it is for
- learners preparing for employment and independent living, including those aged 13 turning 14 and up
- How to act on it
- Apply for enrolment at Forest Town School through the admissions process, including psycho-educational assessments, to enter the Pre-Orientation year or Year 1 of TOC.
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The Technical Occupational Curriculum (TOC) is a practical, skills-based educational programme designed to prepare learners for employment and independent living. This pathway focuses on hands-on learning and real-world skills while still supporting foundational academics. The programme runs over four years , with an additional Pre-Orientation year for younger learners preparing to enter the programme.
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Key Takeaways
- CAPS
- DCAPS
- TOC
- General Education Certificate (GEC)
- Pre-Orientation year
- Year 1 to Year 4
- Age 13 turning 14
- Age 14 turning 15
- Age 15 turning 16
- Age 16 turning 17
- Age 17 turning 18
- Psycho-educational assessments
- Learner-centred teaching
- Individualised support plans
- Multisensory learning approaches
- Continuous assessment
- Practical demonstrations
- Visual aids
- Assistive devices
- Forest Town School
- CAPS
- DCAPS
- Technical Occupational Curriculum (TOC)
- General Education Certificate (GEC)