Unlock Your Child’s Full Potential through Quality High School Education
Parents always want the best for their children, especially when it comes to education. High school education is a crucial stage that shapes every child’s future. As children transition into young adults, it’s important to ensure they receive a quality education that equips them with the skills and knowledge needed to thrive in an increasingly competitive world.
The State of Higher Education in South Africa
With a substantial education budget of R298.1 billion (4.63% of GDP) for the 2022/23 academic year and progress like the 3.7% increase in the matric pass rate to 80.1% in 2022 (DBE, 2022), the South African education system is slowly reaching international modern standards of education.
However, 29.3% of 18-year-olds and 46.3% of 19-year-olds drop out of high school, citing poor academic performance accounting for 21.2% of these cases (Stats SA, 2021). This dropout rate is influenced by various factors, including several socioeconomic reasons and many academic causes, particularly:
- Lack of Student Engagement: Disengaged students who feel unmotivated or disinterested in their studies are more likely to perform poorly and may eventually drop out.
- High Student-to-Teacher Ratio: Overcrowded classrooms can limit individual attention and personalised support, particularly for students who require additional help.
- Limited Career Guidance: High school students in South Africa lack career guidance, causing confusion and uncertainty about their future paths. Without proper guidance, students struggle to align interests with suitable careers.
- Curriculum Relevance: A curriculum not aligned with the needs of students or the job market may result in disinterest and a lack of motivation to perform well academically.
- Lack of Access to Technology: Limited access to technology, digital resources and lack of development of digital literacy skills can hinder students' ability to adapt and use technology in their education.
With this in mind, the school parents choose for their children must proactively meet the goals of equipping students with a tertiary education that gives them not only the support they need to achieve more in their high school and tertiary education but also achieve the modern skills required to succeed beyond the classroom and after their formal education ends.
The Skills Gap Challenge
Almost 40% of South African high school graduates lack the essential skills needed to master the challenges of tertiary education or skill themselves adequately for future-proof employment opportunities (IRR, 2022).
In an era driven by rapid technological and socioeconomic changes, young people must be encouraged and guided to develop modern skills that will prepare them for a more successful personal future.
STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics) skills are the building blocks of the modern world, and these skills are first given a solid foundation during high school education.
Not only do the related subjects give students the knowledge and the know-how to continue their academic journey, but these skills also foster critical thinking, teach problem-solving abilities, and boost creativity, all of which students will be able to use in almost every aspect of their lives.
The Advantages of Private South African High School Education
In South Africa, private high school education is an investment that offers a range of unique advantages for parents who want to significantly enhance their child’s educational experience and stimulate their future success, including:
- Smaller Class Sizes and Individualised Attention that cater to unique learning needs, and foster stronger, student-teacher interaction and constructive engagement, all within a supportive learning environment dedicated to academic growth
- Enhanced Resources and Advanced Facilities that enable students to explore interests, participate in activities, and develop skills beyond academics.
- Specialised Curricula and Enrichment Programs that allow students to pursue passions and develop expertise and talents in arts, sciences, technology or entrepreneurship.
- Highly Qualified and Dedicated Educators with specialised subject expertise in professional development and student growth that creates a motivating learning environment.
- University Preparation and Partner Support that guides students in their bridging between high school and further studying. Schools’ network partners (corporate or tertiary) provide a connection to diverse opportunities and better preparedness.
Flanders College: A Firm Foundation for Success
Flanders College is a private university preparatory high school in Pretoria, South Africa, dedicated to providing a holistic, modern education that focuses on students’ cognitive development of critical thinking and problem-solving skills, their love of continuous learning and knowledge, and an overall practical mindset necessary to excel in tertiary education and thrive in today’s digital world.
Incorporating all the advantages of a private education institution, Flanders College distinguishes itself above conventional private education by its forward-thinking curricula, taught by qualified educators in a revolutionary hybrid learning environment that provides online and on-campus students with the same interactive experience and quality of education.
Flanders College also cultivates an appreciation and understanding of STEM education through its partnership with Belgium Campus iTversity, a leading South African institution dedicated to IT education and developing work-ready graduates for the IT industry.
Not only do the related subjects give students the knowledge and the know-how to continue their academic journey, but these skills also foster critical thinking, teach problem-solving abilities, and boost creativity, all of which students will be able to use in almost every aspect of their lives.
The Flanders College Curricula
The syllabuses offered by Flanders College are open for Grade 8 to Grade 12 students, with a choice between the Independent Examinations Board (IEB) curriculum and the International GCSE syllabus.
Each syllabus can be tailored to meet the specific needs of each student, with ICT and computer literacy forming an integral part across all grades at Flanders College, irrespective of the syllabus chosen. Subjects include language, science, technology and business-focused studies.
Introducing Flanders College
As South African education evolves, acknowledging its highs and lows, parents hold the power to shape their children’s lives through informed decisions.
By choosing private educational institutions, such as Flanders College, parents are investing in their children’s growth, providing them with the tools to overcome obstacles and helping build a foundation for their future.
Flanders College is dedicated to prioritising academic excellence and holistic development while empowering learners with skills, knowledge and a growth mindset to exceed expectations in their high school career, excel in tertiary studies and become well-rounded individuals who make a meaningful impact in the world.
Would you like more information about Flanders College and the foundation for knowledge and success the institution provides learners?
Contact info@flanderscollege.co.za today
South African Department of Basic Education https://www.education.gov.za/Resources/Reports.aspx South African Department of Statistics (Education) https://www.statssa.gov.za/?cat=16 Institute of Race Relations (South Africa) https://irr.org.za/fan/media/hard-truth-about-the-education-crisis-in-south-africa Greater Good South Africa https://www.myggsa.co.za/the-pros-and-cons-of-private-schools-in-south-africa/
