Online Schooling Isn’t A Fad, It’s A Lifeline For South African Parents
Here’s the truth: online education is not trying to replace teachers or classrooms. It’s about reimagining what education can be in a country where too many kids are still slipping through the cracks.
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 Appoints Banele Lukhele As Executive Head Of School And Chief Academic Officer
UCT Online High School announces that Banele Lukhele has been appointed as UCT Online High School’s Executive Head of School and Chief Academic Officer.
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.
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.
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.
What Does It Take To Achieve Your Matric As An Adult Learner?
More people are returning to their studies and technology allows us the convenience to participate wherever we are.
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!
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!
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.
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.
It’s School Holidays – How Does Your Child Keep Busy?
It’s the end of term and school is out. It’s time for a well-earned break, but how will you keep your child occupied during this time?
Learning Disability Week Seeks To Shine A Light On Challenges The Differently-Abled Face
This year, Learning Disability Week will run from June 20 to June 26 with the focus being on the everyday-ness of living with a learning disability.
Schools Are At Capacity – But Education Doesn’t Need A School Building, Does It?
The limitations of four walls that can only sit 30 or so children are one of the reasons parents and guardians need to apply to multiple schools.
Youth Day Celebration: A Look At A UCT Online High School x Grade Africa Collaboration
The establishments have come together to host the best Youth Day celebration this country has ever seen!
V&A Waterfront Is The Place To Be This Youth Day
This Youth Day, June 16, Cape Town’s biggest personalities invite future change-makers to a day out at the V&A Waterfront’s Battery Park.
Here’s To The Ones Who’ve Raised Us
June 1 was Global Day of Parents and we can all agree they deserve a day and then some.
The Rise Of Alternative Learning
Education is moving out of the classroom. The need for home and alternate schooling continues to grow.
The Joys Of Online Learning
Why joining UCT Online High School is the right move.
Is Your Child Disciplined Enough To Learn Online?
It’s a digital world and we can all learn to play in it.
Get To Know Yandiswa Xhakaza – UCT Online High School’s First Director And Principal
Last September, the University of Cape Town confirmed the placement of its UCT Online High School Director and Principal, Ms Yandiswa Xhakaza.
New To Online Schooling? Here Are 12 Tips For Success
For many children, the shift to digital learning is a significant one, here are some academic, emotional, and social support tips that will be vital to their success.
The Science Of Online Learning
There are few decisions more important than deciding on which school is best for your child.