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Extramural activities policy at Fish Hoek High School, requiring all Grade 8 to 12 learners to participate in at least one summer and one…

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Collected on 6 August 2026

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This document outlines the extramural activities policy at Fish Hoek High School, requiring all Grade 8 to 12 learners to participate in at least one summer and one winter team sport, with additional encouragement to join cultural activities. Learners involved in external commitments like dancing or surf-lifesaving may request exemption with supporting documentation. Failure to attend without valid excuse results in detention. Participation is recognised in Life Orientation.

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exemption requestOngoing

Request exemption from extramural participation

Learners with heavy commitments to formal external activities such as dancing or surf-lifesaving may apply for exemption from additional school extramural duties. A supporting certificate must be submitted to qualify.

Who it is for
learners with external commitments
How to act on it
Submit a certificate outlining the nature and extent of the external commitment to the school
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Learners who are heavily committed to formal and organised activities such as dancing or surf-lifesaving may request to be excused from further participation at School. A certificate outlining the nature and extent of the commitment must please be supplied.
team sport participationOngoing

Participation in a winter team sport

All Grade 8 to 11 learners and Grade 12 learners are required to participate in at least one team sport during the winter season. This opportunity is available to all eligible learners and is recognised in Life Orientation.

Who it is for
Grade 8 to 11 learners, Grade 12 learners
How to act on it
Enrol in a team sport offered by the school during the winter term
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For these reasons it is compulsory for all Grade 8 to 11 learners to take part in at least one summer and one winter team sport.
team sport participationOngoing

Participation in a summer team sport

All Grade 8 to 11 learners and Grade 12 learners are required to participate in at least one team sport during the summer season. This opportunity is available to all eligible learners and is recognised in Life Orientation.

Who it is for
Grade 8 to 11 learners, Grade 12 learners
How to act on it
Enrol in a team sport offered by the school during the summer term
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For these reasons it is compulsory for all Grade 8 to 11 learners to take part in at least one summer and one winter team sport.
cultural extramural activityOngoing

Participation in the cultural extramural programme

Learners are encouraged to get involved in the cultural extramural programme, which includes non-sporting activities that contribute to social development and personal growth. This opportunity is open to all learners and is recognised in Life Orientation.

Who it is for
all learners
How to act on it
Register for a cultural activity offered by the school
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They are also encouraged to get involved in the cultural extramural programme.

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Western Cape

Key Takeaways

  • Grade 8 to 11 learners
  • Grade 12 learners
  • at least one summer and one winter team sport
  • cultural extramural programme
  • participation recognised for Life Orientation
  • request exemption with certificate
  • detention for unexcused absence
  • subject to time, numbers, facilities, and coaches
  • Fish Hoek High School
  • Life Orientation