“Education is not the filling of a pail, but the lighting of a fire.” – Wiliam Butler Yeats

Academic Facilities

The school has well equipped facilities with the following:  3 Computer labs, 5 Science labs, an Art room with skylights, a Demonstration room and a fully equipped kitchen for Consumer Studies, a Technology lab and a Ballet Hall with specially sprung floors for Dance.  All teaching rooms have a computer and data projector and 27 are equipped with Smartboards as well.

The library is well-stocked with special facilities and a mezzanine floor which enables the learners to read or work in a comfortable environment.

Teaching Staff

The teaching staff is well qualified up to a Ph.D level and are skilled professionals in their subjects.Many have been involved in training others and helping NGOs with the implementation of aspects of the curricula in schools.

Results

The results of the past 20 years speak for themselves:  100% matric pass rate with just under 90% having a Bachelor’s Pass which entitles them to attend a university. Enrichment in all subjects is offered as well as support to those who need it.

In a recent survey of all learners, 83% felt that they learnt more than what is required in the curriculum.

For the top 12 achievers in each grade, we have an Athena Society, the aim of which is to enrich its members and introduce them to topics not necessarily curriculum based.

Women of Worth

It is our expectation that when a girl leaves our school, she is competent to face the realities of the world of work and has the skills and knowledge that will give her the edge over others in the job market.  We expect our learners to be responsible and accountable for their own learning and to always strive to become leaders in their field.

Please download the Test timetable for Term 1  here

GENERAL EDUCATION AND TRAINING (GET Phase)
Grades Eight and Nine – Compulsory Subjects

English – Home Language
Afrikaans (2nd language) isiXhosa (2nd language) – First Additional Language
Mathematics
Natural Sciences
Social Sciences (includes History and Geography)
Life Orientation
Economic and Management Sciences
Technology
Arts and Culture  either a Specific Pathway (one of: Art, Dance or Music) or the General Pathway (which includes Art, Drama, Dance and Music)

Additional Subjects

Computer Literacy
Second Additional Language
one of:
isiXhosa
French (Grade 8 and 9 only)
Italian (Grade 8 and 9 only)

Note: A learner may choose not to take a Second Additional Language and may follow a course in English and Mathematics Skills instead.

FURTHER EDUCATION AND TRAINING (FET Phase)
Students must take seven subjects for the FETC (Further Education and Training Certificate)

Core Subjects: these subjects are compulsory

Subject 1
English Home Language
Subject 2
Afrikaans 1st Additional or isiXhosa 1st Additional Language
Subject 3
Mathematics or Mathematical Literacy
Subject 4
Life Orientation

Elective Component – Choose any three subjects from the list according to the school timetable combinations.

Grade 10 – 2012

Elective 1:      Life Sciences, Physical Science, History, Computer Applications Technology
Elective 2:      Life Sciences, Physical Science, History, Geography, Dance Studies, Visual Arts,  Music
Elective 3:      Life Sciences, Consumer Studies, Accounting, Computer Applications Technology, Geography.

Grade 11 and 12 – 2012

Elective 1:      Life Sciences, Physical Science, Accounting, History, Computer Applications Technology
Elective 2:      Life Sciences, Physical Science, History, Geography, Dance Studies, Visual Arts, Music
Elective 3:      Life Sciences, Consumer Studies, Accounting, Computer Applications  Technology, Geography.

• Information Evening – 20 February
• Maths Relay – an invitation
• Lunchtime Music concert – 8 February
• Mrs de Waal shares Wynberg’s best practice at Language Symposium.
• ‘Statements’ @ The Fugard
• 2012 South Africa-China Youth Arts Festival
• Wynberg Girls’ High wins “Top School” Award
• 2011 Cambridge University AS Levels Results
• Wynberg Girls’ High goes to “The Comedy of Errors” – Maynardville
• Wynberg performing “As You Like It” at Kirstenbosch Gardens
• Latin American Ballroom Dancing Demonstration
• Circular 11 – Grade 11 and 12 Computer Applications Technology
• Academic Colours 2012
• Music Awards for Outstanding Achievement in 2011
• Circular 10a – Physical Education Assessment Criteria
• Circular 9 – Grade 10 Computer Applications Technology
• Circular 8 – Music Fees
• Circular 7 – Matric Results and Goals for 2012
• Pillar Awards – Term 4 2011
• Wynberg Matric Candidates in the top performers in their Subject
• Wynberg Welcomes New Staff
• Wynberg Girls’ High celebrates the 21st consecutive year of 100% pass rate.
• Prize Giving – Grades 8-11
• Prize Giving Grades 8-11 – Academic Achievers
• Farewell to Staff – Mr Swartbooi and Ms Thomas
• Masiyenbo – Ubuntu Society Goes Back to Its Roots
• ICDL Examination Results
• Wynberg girls excel in Living Maths Olympiad
• 2011 Matric Results
• “Black Tuesday” for educators at Wynberg
• 2011 Valedictory Service

HALF COLOURS

Learners must obtain the required minimum in the average of the mid-year and final exams

In Grade 10 – 1680 (80%) Grade 11 – 1575 (75%) Grade 12 – 1575 (75%)

FULL COLOURS

Learners must obtain the required minimum in the average of the mid-year and final exams

Grade 10 – 1785 (85%) Grade 11 – 1680 (80%) Grade 12 – 1680 (80%)

The award will be made at the beginning of the first term to

• Grade 11 learners based on Grade 10 results
• Grade 12 learners based on Grade 11 results

In the case of Grade 12 learners who obtain the required minimum during their Grade 12 mid-year and Prelim examinations, the award will be made at the end of the third term.

GENERAL NOTE

Learners who have obtained the award but fail to meet the requirements the following year are entitled to continue wearing their badges provided that their work is of a consistently high standard, that they are still participating and meet the general criteria mentioned above.