Academics at Hibberdene Academy - CAPS Curriculum Comprehensive School in KwaZulu-Natal

Academic Excellence

Our comprehensive curriculum follows the South African National Curriculum with its four distinct phases, ensuring comprehensive education from foundation through to further education and training.

Foundation Phase

Grades R-3

Nurturing young learners through play-based activities that develop essential literacy, numeracy, and life skills while fostering creativity and emotional growth.

Intermediate Phase

Grades 4-6

Strengthening core subject knowledge while developing analytical thinking and independent study skills through application-oriented learning.

Senior Phase

Grades 7-9

Building subject expertise across nine specialized areas while developing abstract thinking and research skills to prepare for FET subject choices.

FET Phase

Grades 10-12

Advanced career-directed learning with specialized subjects leading to the National Senior Certificate, preparing learners for tertiary education and workplace success.