Download the Grade 8 Annual Teaching Plans (ATPs) for the 2026 school year here. These documents guide the curriculum pacing for the second year of high school. Currently, the 2026 ATPs are still following the previous year’s structure as prescribed by the Department of Basic Education. When the department updates the pacing guides for the new academic calendar, we will list the updated ATPs accordingly.
Grade 8 Xitsonga Home Language (HL) is a critical year that finalizes the Senior Phase, preparing learners for the advanced literary analysis and writing skills required in the FET phase. The curriculum emphasizes critical thinking, understanding complex literary texts, and mastering formal communication. To ensure you stay on track with your creative projects and literature … Read more
Grade 8 Social Sciences is a vital subject that introduces learners to global and local events and the physical forces that shape the world. The curriculum is split into two distinct components: Geography, which focuses on map skills and climate, and History, which covers the pivotal Industrial and Mineral Revolutions. To ensure you stay on … Read more
Grade 8 Mathematics is a critical year that lays the groundwork for all future high school maths by introducing foundational concepts in Algebra, Geometry, and Functions. This curriculum focuses on moving from whole numbers to integers and rational numbers, solving basic equations, and mastering essential geometric definitions. To ensure you stay on track with your … Read more
Grade 8 Life Orientation is a crucial subject that focuses on personal growth, health, and decision-making, providing learners with the foundational skills to navigate the challenges of the Senior Phase. The curriculum is split into three main areas: Development of the Self in Society, Health, Social and Environmental Responsibility, and The World of Work. To … Read more
Grade 9 Creative Arts (Dance) is a year of refinement and exploration. It moves beyond basic movement into specific dance techniques, the study of indigenous cultures, and complex improvisation. To ensure you stay on track with your practical assessments and theory, it is essential to consult the full Grade 9 Annual Teaching Plans (ATPs). This … Read more
Grade 8 Creative Arts (Drama) is a dynamic subject that introduces learners to the fundamentals of performance, character development, and theatre craft. The curriculum focuses on building confidence, developing vocal and physical expression, and critically engaging with media. To ensure you stay on track with your rehearsals and theory, it is essential to consult the … Read more
Grade 8 Creative Arts (Music) is designed to consolidate the musical knowledge gained in previous years while introducing more complex appreciation of diverse genres and composition. It balances music literacy (theory) with practical performance and active listening. To ensure you stay on track with your rehearsals and theory, it is essential to consult the full … Read more
Grade 8 Creative Arts (Visual Arts) is an exploratory and hands-on subject that bridges the foundational skills of primary school with the conceptual depth required for FET phase art subjects. The curriculum focuses on developing visual literacy, understanding the role of the artist, and mastering foundational 2D and 3D techniques. To ensure you stay on … Read more
Grade 8 Economic and Management Sciences (EMS) is a pivotal subject that introduces learners to the interconnected fields of The Economy, Entrepreneurship, and Financial Literacy (Accounting). This year establishes the foundational concepts of government, markets, and the basic accounting cycle that are essential for commercial studies. To ensure you stay on track with your journals, … Read more
Grade 8 Technology is a dynamic subject that builds on the fundamental principles of the Design Process (IDMEC) introduced in Grade 7, deepening the understanding of Mechanical Systems, Structures, and Electrical/Electronic Control. This curriculum focuses on hands-on application and the development of technical drawing skills. To ensure you stay on track with your Practical Assessment … Read more