Grade 4 ATPs for 2026

Grade 4 introduces learners to Social Sciences (Sosiale Wetenskappe), divided into Geography and History. In History, learners begin by exploring their immediate surroundings and local stories before moving on to influential leaders and technological advancements like transport and communication. This guide outlines the 2026 History (Afrikaans) Annual Teaching Plan (ATP), providing a structured weekly roadmap … Read more

Grade 4 marks the beginning of Social Sciences (Sosiale Wetenskappe) as a formal subject, which is divided into Geography and History. For learners taking the subject in Afrikaans, the curriculum focuses on understanding the physical world, from local settlements to the map of South Africa. This guide outlines the 2026 Geography (Afrikaans) Annual Teaching Plan … Read more

Grade 4 marks the official introduction of Social Sciences as a subject, split into two distinct disciplines: Geography and History. For the Class of 2026, this curriculum focuses on understanding the immediate environment (local history and map skills) before expanding to broader South African contexts like farming, transport, and communication. This guide outlines the 2026 … Read more

Grade 4 is a critical year as learners transition into the Intermediate Phase. The 2026 Mathematics curriculum introduces more complex concepts such as four-digit numbers, common fractions, and formal measurement units (km, m, cm, mm). Learners are expected to solve problems using multiple strategies and justify their answers. This guide outlines the 2026 Mathematics Annual … Read more

Grade 4 is the entry point to the Intermediate Phase, where Life Skills expands to cover broader social issues and more structured creative disciplines. The 2026 curriculum focuses on developing emotional intelligence, understanding religions and cultures, and building foundational skills in music, drama, and visual arts. This guide outlines the 2026 Life Skills Annual Teaching … Read more

Grade 4 marks the beginning of the Intermediate Phase, where English Home Language (HL) shifts from learning to read, to reading to learn. The 2026 curriculum focuses on advanced comprehension strategies, structured creative writing, and the analysis of literary texts like novelettes and poetry. This guide outlines the 2026 English HL Annual Teaching Plan (ATP), … Read more

Grade 4 marks a significant step in learning English as a First Additional Language (FAL). The 2026 curriculum focuses on developing confidence in speaking, reading fluency, and structured writing. Learners move from simple sentences to paragraphs and creative texts like dialogues and poems. This guide outlines the 2026 English FAL Annual Teaching Plan (ATP), providing … Read more