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JUNIOR SCHOOL: GENERAL INFORMATION
Frequently Asked Questions

Does one have to be Catholic to join St Dominic's?

The School is an open academic institution and admits pupils of all races and religious denominations.  We always aim for the ideal conditions for teaching and learning in an atmosphere of care and concern for each pupil.

What are some of the benefits of attending a private school?

St Dominic's Junior School prides itself on its high academic standard which  is made possible by the excellence of its staff and the small classes.  Classes are kept to less than 30 pupils.  Most of the pupils who enter St Dominic's in the Primary School continue through the grades and matriculate here, thus giving their school years a continuity and stability which is of great value in these times of rapid change.

Are Entrance Examinations required?

All applicants are required to write entrance examinations. For more information, contact Mrs Morris (011) 917 5150.

What is OBE?

OUTCOMES BASED EDUCATION (OBE)

In February 1997 it was announced that, in accordance with the proposed National Qualifications Framework currently being developed by the S.A. Qualifications Authority, all schools in South Africa (including Private Schools) would be obliged to introduce OBE ("Outcomes-Based Education")In February 1997 it was announced that, in accordance with the proposed National Qualifications Framework currently being developed by the S.A. Qualifications Authority, all schools in South Africa (including Private Schools) would be obliged to introduce OBE ("Outcomes-Based Education")

The approach in this teaching method emphasises the mastering of skills (both intellectual and practical) rather than merely memorising facts and writing examinations based on prescribed content.

The Outcomes-Based Education
System covers 8 learning areas:

  1. Communication, Literacy, Language 
  2. Human and Social Sciences
  3. Technology
  4. Numeracy and Mathematics
  5. Physical and Natural Sciences
  6. Arts and Culture 
  7. Economic and Management Sciences
  8. Life Orientation

 

 

What extra-curricular activities are offered for the younger girls?

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