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 9 Life Orientation is perhaps the most practical year in the Senior Phase. It guides learners through the critical transition from Grade 9 to Grade 10, specifically focusing on subject choices (NSC vs. NCV) and career planning. It also addresses urgent social issues like sexual health and constitutional rights. To ensure you stay on … 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 9 Creative Arts (Drama) is an exciting year that focuses on confidence building, vocal mastery, and the technical aspects of theatre. It transitions learners from simple role-play to complex character analysis and scene work, preparing them for Dramatic Arts in the FET phase. To ensure you stay on track with your rehearsals and theory, … Read more
Grade 9 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 9 Creative Arts (Visual Arts) is the culminating year of the Senior Phase, preparing learners for the specialized choices of Visual Arts or Design in Grade 10. The curriculum focuses heavily on visual literacy, the role of the artist in society, and mastering 2D and 3D techniques using varied media. To ensure you stay … Read more
Grade 9 Economic and Management Sciences (EMS) is a defining year that splits into three distinct disciplines: The Economy, Entrepreneurship, and Financial Literacy (Accounting). This year establishes the foundational skills for the specific Commercial subjects learners may choose in Grade 10 (Accounting, Business Studies, and Economics). To ensure you stay on track with your journals, … Read more
Grade 9 Technology is a practical and theoretical subject that prepares learners for technical subjects in the FET phase, such as Engineering Graphics and Design (EGD), Civil Technology, and Electrical Technology. The curriculum covers a wide range of skills, from technical drawing and structural design to complex electronic circuits and processing materials. To ensure you … Read more
Grade 9 Afrikaans First Additional Language (FAL) is a crucial year for consolidating vocabulary and grammar rules before entering the FET phase. The curriculum focuses heavily on communicative skills, requiring learners to master various text types ranging from advertisements to formal letters. To ensure you stay on track with your prepared speeches, literature studies, and … Read more
Grade 9 Afrikaans Home Language (HL) is a foundational year that bridges the Senior Phase with the Further Education and Training (FET) phase. The curriculum places a strong emphasis on advanced literature study, critical language usage, and mastering complex transactional texts such as meeting procedures and official reports. To ensure you stay on track with … Read more
Grade 9 English First Additional Language (FAL) is a crucial year for consolidating vocabulary and grammar rules before entering the FET phase. The curriculum focuses heavily on communicative skills, requiring learners to master various text types ranging from advertisements to formal letters. To ensure you stay on track with your prepared speeches, literature studies, and … Read more