Prepare for a successful academic year with the latest Annual Teaching Plans (ATPs) for 2026. Whether you are a teacher, Department Head, or learner, these documents are essential for pacing the curriculum correctly throughout the four school terms.
The 2026 ATPs ensure alignment with the CAPS curriculum and provide a week-by-week breakdown of topics, assessments, and practical tasks. Below, you will find the teaching plans organised by Grade and Phase.
The final year of high school requires strict adherence to the teaching schedule to ensure readiness for the NSC Final Exams. These ATPs cover the scope of work for Terms 1–3 and the revision schedule for Term 4.
Includes: Math, Sciences, Languages, and Commerce subjects.
Status: Updated for 2026.
This phase prepares learners for the senior certificate. Choose your grade below to access the 2026 assessment plans and subject topics.
The Grade 11 syllabus is the foundation for Matric. These teaching plans focus on deep content mastery and preparation for end-of-year exams that influence university application averages. View Grade 11 ATPs >
This is the entry point into specialized subject choices. The 2026 ATPs for Grade 10 outline the new assessment standards and project-based tasks required for the year. View Grade 10 ATPs >
The Senior Phase bridges the gap between general education and high school. Select a grade to view the 2026 plans for subjects including EMS, Technology, and Creative Arts.
The final year of the GET phase. These plans ensure learners are ready to choose their subject streams for high school. View Grade 9 ATPs >
Building on high school adaption, Grade 8 ATPs introduce more complex concepts in Natural Sciences and Mathematics. View Grade 8 ATPs >
The first year of high school. These teaching plans help manage the transition from the Intermediate phase, focusing on subject-specific rotation. View Grade 7 ATPs >
For learners in the middle years, these ATPs focus on solidifying Literacy and Numeracy while introducing Natural Science and Technology (NST).
The exit grade for the Intermediate phase. The focus is on preparation for the transition to high school environments. View Grade 6 ATPs >
Continued development of core skills. The 2026 plans emphasise reading for meaning and mathematical problem solving. View Grade 5 ATPs >
The shift from learning to read, to reading to learn. These plans guide the introduction of distinct subjects. View Grade 4 ATPs >
The building blocks of education. These 2026 ATPs are centered on Life Skills, Mathematics, and Home Language development.
Preparation for the Intermediate phase, with a focus on reading fluency and basic calculation mastery. View Grade 3 ATPs >
Strengthening phonics and number sense. These plans provide the weekly breakdown for term-by-term progression. View Grade 2 ATPs >
The start of formal academic schooling. The ATPs here focus heavily on the foundations of writing and basic arithmetic. View Grade 1 ATPs >
Grade 7 English First Additional Language (FAL) is a crucial year that finalizes the Intermediate Phase, building the essential bridge between primary school and the Senior Phase curriculum. The curriculum focuses heavily on literature analysis, introducing formal critique of short stories and developing foundational skills in writing longer transactional and creative texts. To ensure you … Read more
Grade 7 IsiNdebele Home Language (HL) is a pivotal year that finalizes the Intermediate Phase, building the essential bridge between primary school and the Senior Phase curriculum. The curriculum focuses on advanced literature analysis, introducing formal critique of novels and short stories, and developing foundational skills in writing longer transactional and creative texts. To ensure … Read more
Grade 7 IsiXhosa Home Language (HL) is a pivotal year that finalizes the Intermediate Phase, building the essential bridge between primary school and the Senior Phase curriculum. The curriculum focuses on advanced literature analysis, formal critique of novels and short stories, and developing foundational skills in writing longer transactional and creative texts. To ensure you … Read more
Grade 8 IsiZulu First Additional Language (FAL) is a foundational year in the Senior Phase, serving as a bridge between the basics learned in primary school and the more complex language structures of high school. The curriculum focuses on practical communication skills, visual literacy, and the introduction of formal literature analysis. To ensure you stay … Read more
Tshivenda Home Language in Grade 5 is designed to develop a high level of proficiency in listening, speaking, reading, and writing. The curriculum places a strong emphasis on reading for enjoyment, specifically through the daily reading of a novel or reader, and introduces learners to complex text types like dramas, newspaper reports, and formal research … Read more
Tshivenda First Additional Language (FAL) in Grade 5 focuses on developing communicative competence in listening, speaking, reading, and writing. The curriculum introduces learners to various text types, including information texts, poetry, dramas, and folklore, while ensuring they master essential language structures. To ensure you have a complete roadmap for the year, it is essential to … Read more
Siswati Home Language in Grade 5 is designed to foster a deep appreciation for the language while advancing skills in listening, speaking, reading, and writing. The curriculum emphasizes reading for enjoyment, requiring learners to engage with novels, folklore, and poetry, while also mastering practical texts like instructions and reports. To ensure you have a complete … Read more
Siswati First Additional Language (FAL) in Grade 5 is designed to build a strong foundation in communication skills, focusing on listening, speaking, reading, and writing. The curriculum introduces learners to various text types, including information texts, poetry, dramas, and folklore, while ensuring they master essential language structures. To ensure you have a complete roadmap for … Read more
Sesotho Home Language in Grade 5 focuses on developing communicative competence in listening, speaking, reading, and writing. The curriculum introduces learners to various text types, including information texts, poetry, dramas, and folklore, while ensuring they master essential language structures. To ensure you have a complete roadmap for the year, it is essential to consult the … Read more
Sesotho First Additional Language (FAL) in Grade 5 focuses on developing communicative competence in listening, speaking, reading, and writing. The curriculum introduces learners to various text types, including information texts, poetry, dramas, and folklore, while ensuring they master essential language structures. To ensure you have a complete roadmap for the year, it is essential to … Read more