New Research Shows That Stress Is Behind South Africa’s Richest High Schoolers’ Increased Vaping

A recent survey conducted by the University of Cape Town Lung Institute has shed light on the concerning trend of South African high school pupils from high-income schools turning to vaping.
Check Out This Hard But Fun Rugby Tradition At Paul Roos High School [Video]

It’s a lekker harde tradition by the looks of it, and although not as ‘out there’ as Kamp Staaldraad, it’s still a reminder that schoolboys rugby packs a punch.
Lonely 29-Year-Old Woman Enrolled In High School Wanting “To Return To A Place Of Safety”

I don’t blame Hyejeong Shin for her odd little time-travelling stint, registering as a student at New Brunswick High School simply because she was lonely.
We Get To Know Banele Lukhele – UCT Online High School’s Executive Head Of School And Chief Academic Officer

A Q&A with Banele Lukhele, UCT Online High School’s new Executive Head of School and Chief Academic Officer.
The Beauty Of Online Education Is The Speed At Which It Can Evolve

At UCT Online High School, they’re constantly working hard at making things better for their learners and guardians.
UCT Online High School ‘Rewinds 2022’ With An Uplifting 2022 Wrap-Up Video

UCT Online High School, one of Africa’s largest online schools with over 4 000 learners, created a 2022 wrap-up video called ‘2022 Rewind’.
Online Learning: Fixing Our Broken Education System

When we started to think about online schooling – with the vision to reach thousands of learners – an important part of understanding the learning opportunities at hand was to start with a change in mindset.
UCT Online High School Is Offering More Than R5 Million Worth Of Scholarships To The First 500 Eligible Adult Learners

It’s never too late to realise your dreams as an adult.
Tuesday Morning Spice

Cape school suspends diversity training. Mystery of SA woman’s London death. Inside the world of incels. Liverpool for sale. Prince Albert poses with love children.
17-Year-Old High School Learner Wins National School Song Cover Contest

These days talent competitions are a global phenomenon with the likes of ‘X Factor’, ‘Idols’ and the ‘Got Talent’ franchises which transform ordinary people with notable talent into global superstars.
We Get To Know Tessa Venter – An Educationalist To Watch

As a teenager, Tessa always said that she would never be an educator. Tessa spent her childhood growing up on school campuses across Southern Africa, her dad was a teacher and ‘school’ was all she had ever known.
Pretoria Teacher Goes Viral For Excellent Dance Moves [Video]

A Pretoria High School for Girls teacher has warmed the hearts of millions of South Africans with her incredible dance moves.
Let’s Celebrate World Teachers’ Day

Every day, educators go above and beyond to make the world a better place, by equipping today’s youth with the knowledge, power, and skills to change their futures.
Applying For Adult Matric At UCT Online High School? Here’s What You Should Know

The Adult Matric programme runs for a total of 24 months (two years), starting in January 2023 and concluding in December of the second year.
The ‘Need To Knows’ About Adult Matric

Success has no age limit and when it comes to education, it’s never too late to go get it!
When Women Are Let In, We All Win

It’s only fitting that we celebrate the end of Women’s Month by looking at women in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM).
How Are Young South Africans Adapting To Online Learning?

The pandemic prompted many people to consider the benefits of online education as a robust alternative to traditional teaching. But how have the young learners who swapped to online learning adapted?
Why The Cambridge International Curriculum May Be The Right Choice For You And Your Child

The majority of South African learners are currently working towards their matric under the SA National Senior Certificate (CAPS curriculum), but there are some other fantastic options out there.
Celebrating UCT Online High School’s First Birthday

It’s been a year since UCT Online High School launched, opening its virtual doors to applications and how quickly the time has flown by!
Western Cape Classroom Descends Into Massive Brawl [Video]

Hoërskool George in the Western Cape confirmed that the fight had broken out on its premises last week.
Exciting New Offerings With UCT Online High School Coming In 2023

UCT Online High School is now the most affordable, fully accredited online school in Africa to offer the Cambridge International curriculum.
UCT Online High School Learner Beats Southern Hemisphere Tekken Champion

Not only is gaming a hobby for millions, but it has also, in recent years, become a profitable profession, too.
How Are Parents Setting Their Children Up For Success?

Shantelle Engelbrecht, a guardian and owner of ‘Coloured Girls Rock’, shares her experience with making the switch to online learning.
Are Learners Choosing The Right Career Paths?

In South Africa, the dropout rate for university students is estimated to be up to 60%. A heartbreaking stat, especially considering the unemployment rate in this country.
UCT Is Looking To Hire 300 New Staff Members For Its New Online High School Venture

The University of Cape Town, in partnership with Cape Town-based education technology company Valenture Institute, is currently hiring for a ton of positions in their new online high school.
Wow – The Very Sad State Of Maths And Science In SA Schools

South Africa participated in the Trends in International Mathematics and Science Study at the grade 5 and grade 9 level, and the results are embarrassing.
Table View High School’s Racist TikTok Problem

An investigation is underway after a fake TikTok account posting racist content claimed to be affiliated with Table View High School.
Meanwhile, In Brackenfell: All-White Unofficial Matric Dance Sparks Anger

An unofficial matric dance, organised by parents and attended exclusively by white students, has brought to light racial tensions at Brackenfell High School.
These Tech-Enabled Campuses Could Be The Future Of Schooling

The ‘new normal’ brought on by the pandemic has shown us that we need alternate ways for children to learn, including online institutions that can ensure a well-rounded education.
Inside The School That Kept Going During National Lockdown

Despite the national lockdown, one group of students in Mitchells Plain continued their high school education undisturbed.