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The BELA Act requires the submission of end-of-phase assessments by a competent assessor at the end of the foundation, intermediary or senior phase. To order such an assessment, visit https://www.sahomeschoolers.org/various-resources/end-of-phase-assessments.html
However, if you do not follow CAPS, but would like to get the input from a third party om how your child progresses, you can order curriculum independent assessment at https://www.sahomeschoolers.org/various-resources/homeschool-assessment-services/product/167-academic-abilities-assessment.html
For more information on assessment in general for home education, visit https://www.sahomeschoolers.org/support-topmenu/assessment.html
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Frequently Asked Questions
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Is homeschooling legal in South Africa?
Yes. Since 1994, the right for parents to home educate their children was legalised in South Africa through the adoption of the new constitution. In...
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Do home learners get homework?
In general all their schoolwork is homework and they do not get to do extra work in the afternoons. A tutor might give some extra work to complete...
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Do I need to be a qualified teacher?
No. Research has found no correlation between the qualification of the parent and the academic performance of the child. Research shows that...
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Do homeschoolers take holidays?
Yes, they take breaks. Some homeschool families follow the public school year calendar especially if they are involved in sport and music...
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