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THE SETTLERS HIGH SCHOOL

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Source domain: settlers.org.za

Collected on 6 August 2026

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This document is the academic policy and overview section of The Settlers High School's website, outlining curriculum requirements, assessment rules, study session guidelines, exam conduct expectations, and academic recognition programs. It specifies that learners must complete continuous work in all subjects, adhere to strict exam rules (no electronic devices or communication), maintain cleanliness in exam venues, and face disciplinary action for irregularities through the School Assessment Irregularity Committee. The school operates a two-week timetable with 40-minute periods, requires homework in an official diary, and celebrates academic excellence through quarterly Top Ten Academics lists and annual prize-giving events. Grades 8–9 follow General Education and Training (GET) subjects, while Grades 10–12 follow Further Education and Training (FET) with seven required subjects including English, Afrikaans, Life Orientation, Mathematics or Mathematical Literacy, and three elective subjects from specified categories.

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academic recognition programOngoing

Top Ten Academics recognition

Each quarter, the school announces the Top Ten Academics in each grade to recognize outstanding academic performance. This is a formal acknowledgment of excellence in learning.

Who it is for
learners in Grades 8–12 at The Settlers High School
How to act on it
Achieve high academic results throughout the term; no application required – selection is automatic based on performance.
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Academic prowess in acknowledged quarterly through the much- anticipated announcement of the Top Ten Academics in each grade.
annual award ceremonyOngoing

Junior and Senior Prize Giving Events

Annual events that honor academic excellence. Students who have demonstrated outstanding achievement throughout the year are recognized and awarded prizes.

Who it is for
learners in Grades 8–12 at The Settlers High School
How to act on it
Maintain strong academic performance over the year; no application required – eligibility is determined by school records.
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Excellence is honoured at our annual Junior and Senior Prize Giving Events.
subject registrationNot applicable

Enrolment in elective subjects

Students in Grades 10–12 may choose three elective subjects from specified categories. Availability is subject to space limitations, and not all requests can be accommodated.

Who it is for
Grade 10–12 students at The Settlers High School
How to act on it
Select three elective subjects from the available categories during course registration; submit request through school guidance or administration.
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Elective Subjects (3 Subjects, 1 from each section) Physical Sciences / Economics / Dramatic Arts*/ Life Sciences / Information Technology* Physical Sciences / Life Sciences / Geography / Consumer Studies* / Music Accounting / History / Visual Arts / Economics / Geography Additional subjects may be taken in consultation with the school but as they do not form part of the subjects offered, remain the parents responsibility for ensuring all necessary compliance. * These subjects have space limitations and all requests may not be accommodated.

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Western Cape

Key Takeaways

  • 7 subjects
  • Grade 8 & 9
  • Grade 10 to 12
  • continuous work
  • no electronic devices in exams
  • study sessions for revision only
  • cleanliness of exam venue
  • School Assessment Irregularity Committee (SAIC)
  • parents attend SAIC meetings
  • WCED representative at Grade 12 SAIC
  • two-week timetable
  • 40-minute periods
  • homework diary
  • Top Ten Academics quarterly
  • Junior and Senior Prize Giving Events
  • school starts at 7:50, ends at 14:45 (14:15 on Mondays)
  • elective subjects with space limitations
  • The Settlers High School
  • Bellville
  • South Africa
  • WCED