Curriculum & Learning
Academic Information
Preparation For Informal and Formal Assessments
As we enter the last quarter of the school year, we wish to remind parents and learners that regular school attendance is crucial. Consistent attendance ensures that learners don’t miss out on valuable lessons and preparation for their upcoming formal assessments. Please assist us by ensuring your child attends school regularly and punctually.
Informal assessments take place throughout the quarter. The formal assessment period will take place from 4 November to 18 November 2024. The school day will continue as normal and end at 14:30. Please find below the links to the Assessment Calendars for Grade 4-6. The Assessment Calendars can also be accessed in the Calendars drop-down menu on the www.parklands.co.za website. All related study content will be included in the calendar entries for the assessments at least two weeks before the assessments are due to be written.
To ensure a successful quarter, we encourage all learners to plan and prepare thoroughly for their formal assessments. Effective time management and consistent effort will be key during this period.
We kindly ask for your support in reinforcing the importance of academic focus at home and assisting your child in managing their study schedule. Together, we can help our learners finish the year strong.
Sport Practices and Matches in the week of 11-15 November 2024
Please see below for sport practices and matches in the week of 11-15 November:
No Gr 4-6 Softball practices or matches in the week of 11 - 15 November
No Gr 4-6 Cricket practices or matches in the week of 11 - 15 November
No Gr 4 - 6 tennis practices or matches in the week of 11 - 15 November
No Gr 4-6 Water Polo practices or matches in the week of 11 - 15 November
No Squad Swimming practices or galas in the week of 11 - 15 November
Dance, Junior Chefs, Drama Society, Design Society, Chess and Golf will continue during the week of 11 - 15 November.
Marimba, Choir and Orchestra lessons will continue, however, will end slightly earlier in the morning during the week of 11 - 15 November.
Absenteeism During Exams and Formal Assessments
Kindly note that the only valid reasons endorsed by the Education Department are as follows:
Learners may only miss an assessment (examination) supported by documentary evidence, for the following reasons:
1. Illness (a valid medical doctor’s certificate required)
2. Family bereavement (letter required)
3. Representing the country or province in a sporting or cultural event (official letter required)
Should a learner miss a formal assessment due to illness, please share the doctor's certificate with the class teacher. The learner will write the assessment when he/she returns to school, as arranged with the teacher. Please email Ms Drawbridge, Head of Academics if you have any queries - ldrawbridge@parklands.co.za
Weightings on Reports
The percentages that appear on the Grade 4 – 6 reports under the Summer, Autumn and Winter columns are derived from the assessments conducted in the first three quarters of the year and the average percentage is calculated each quarter. Therefore, the percentage displayed for each subject under the Winter column is an average of the percentages from Quarter 1, 2 and 3 and carries a weighting of 80% of the final progression mark.
The percentage that appears under the Spring column for each subject is derived from the assessments conducted in Quarter 4 only and carries a weighting of 20% of the final progression mark.
The final progression mark, which determines if a learner proceeds to the next grade, appears under the Final column on the report. For a learner to progress to the next grade they must obtain a minimum of 50% for English and a minimum of 40% for all other subjects.
Well Done to our Lit Quiz winners from last quarter!
EdAdmin MP App
We encourage you to download the EdAdmin MP App to access information pertaining to your child. A reminder that moving forward, the EdAdmin MP app will be the primary platform for accessing reports.
If you need any assistance, please feel free to reach out.
Click on the link below to access the General page with more information: Ed-Admin MP Installation