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2023 Subject Choice Booklet Grade 9

WILLOWRIDGE HIGH SCHOOLRef: http://www.willowridge.co.za/assets/2023-subject-choice-booklet-grade-9.pdf

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Collected on 6 August 2026

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This document is a subject choice information booklet for Grade 9 students at Willowridge High School for the 2023 academic year. It outlines the compulsory and elective subjects for Grades 10 to 12, including requirements for the National Senior Certificate, selection criteria, career guidance, and rules around subject changes. It also provides detailed descriptions of key subjects such as Mathematics, Mathematical Literacy, Accounting, Business Studies, Computer Applications Technology, Design, and Dramatic Arts.

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class enrolmentOngoing

Enrolment in practical subjects

Practical subjects such as Dramatic Arts, Information Technology, and Design are limited to 20 learners per class, with selection based on Grade 9 marks and performance.

Who it is for
Grade 9 students with strong performance in relevant subjects
How to act on it
Apply for practical subjects based on Grade 9 marks; top 20 learners in relevant subjects are accepted first.
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Practical subjects only cater for 20 learners per class. o The top 20 learners in grade 9 for the relevant subjects will be accepted first.
subject registrationOngoing

Selection of Grade 10–12 subjects

Grade 9 students at Willowridge High School may choose three additional subjects from an approved list for Grades 10 to 12, in addition to four compulsory subjects: Home Language, First Additional Language, Mathematics or Mathematical Literacy, and Life Orientation. The choices are guided by performance, career goals, and subject availability.

Who it is for
Grade 9 students at Willowridge High School
How to act on it
Read the subject choice booklet and select three elective subjects based on personal performance, career goals, and subject availability, ensuring minimum pass marks are met.
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In addition to choosing four compulsory subjects, learners must choose an additional three subjects from the approved subject list.
subject adjustmentOngoing

Subject change in Grade 11

Students may change up to two subjects in Grade 11, provided they meet entry requirements and obtain approval from the Gauteng Department of Education.

Who it is for
Grade 11 students at Willowridge High School
How to act on it
Request subject change through school administration, with approval from the Gauteng Department of Education required.
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Subject change allowed in Grade 10 (max 2), Grade 11 (max 2), not in Grade 12
subject adjustmentOngoing

Subject change in Grade 10

Students may change up to two subjects in Grade 10, subject to approval from the Gauteng Department of Education and availability of space in the new subject class.

Who it is for
Grade 10 students at Willowridge High School
How to act on it
Submit a request for subject change to the school administration, with approval from the Gauteng Department of Education required.
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Subject change allowed in Grade 10 (max 2), Grade 11 (max 2), not in Grade 12
subject eligibilityOngoing

Entry into Accounting as a subject

Admission to Accounting in Grade 10 is determined by a student's Grade 9 Mathematics marks, with higher marks increasing eligibility.

Who it is for
Grade 9 students interested in pursuing Accounting in Grade 10
How to act on it
Meet the Grade 9 Mathematics mark requirement set by the school for Accounting entry.
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Entrance to Accounting is judged on grade 9 Mathematics marks.

Facts

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Gauteng

Reference

http://www.willowridge.co.za/assets/2023-subject-choice-booklet-grade-9.pdf

Key Takeaways

  • Grade 9
  • Grade 10
  • Grade 11
  • Grade 12
  • Seven subjects
  • Four compulsory subjects
  • Home Language
  • First Additional Language
  • Mathematics or Mathematical Literacy
  • Life Orientation
  • 3 additional choice subjects
  • Minimum 30% pass mark
  • Mathematics required for Physical Science, IT, Economics
  • Accounting entrance based on Grade 9 Maths marks
  • Practical subjects limited to 20 learners per class
  • Subject change allowed in Grade 10 (max 2), Grade 11 (max 2), not in Grade 12
  • Grade 9 June Mathematics Test used to guide Maths vs Maths Literacy choice
  • Below 40% in Grade 9 Maths recommended to take Mathematical Literacy
  • Portfolio submission required for Design at end of Grade 12
  • Gauteng Department of Education approval required for subject changes
  • Willowridge High School
  • Gauteng Department of Education
  • National Curriculum Statement
  • National Senior Certificate