Grade 1 to Grade 7
Our Preparatory School is situated on large grounds, where the buildings are full of character, history and tradition. We strive to provide a balanced programme aimed at enabling everyone to do well at his or her own level. We encourage participation and development in all spheres – spiritual, academic, physical and cultural.
Grade 1 to Grade 7
Our Preparatory School is situated on large grounds, where the buildings are full of character, history and tradition. We strive to provide a balanced programme aimed at enabling everyone to do well at his or her own level. We encourage participation and development in all spheres – spiritual, academic, physical and cultural.
Academics
Academics
The curriculum at Veritas Preparatory is holistic, covering a wide range of subjects. We strive for academic excellence, extending each individual to his/her full potential. The learning programme incorporates the relevant requirements of the Revised National Curriculum Statement and the CAPS policy document, but focuses on the unique needs of Veritas College.
We aim to develop in our learners a life-long desire to learn and explore. This is encouraged through the teaching of exciting lessons, setting challenging projects and extending the learning experience through trips to places of interest and tours.
The curriculum at Veritas Preparatory is holistic, covering a wide range of subjects. We strive for academic excellence, extending each individual to his/her full potential. The learning programme incorporates the relevant requirements of the Revised National Curriculum Statement and the CAPS policy document, but focuses on the unique needs of Veritas College.
We aim to develop in our learners a life-long desire to learn and explore. This is encouraged through the teaching of exciting lessons, setting challenging projects and extending the learning experience through trips to places of interest and tours.
Foundation Phase
Grade 1 to Grade 3
In the Foundation Phase our learners are given opportunities to experience success by learning through practical, interactive as well as formal activities:
A balanced programme is followed where essential skills, knowledge and values are integrated into all aspects of learning, with the inclusion of Sport, Computers and Arts and Culture to ensure all-round development.
Instruction is centred on Literacy, Numeracy and Life Skills.
Foundation Phase
Grade 1 to Grade 3
In the Foundation Phase our learners are given opportunities to experience success by learning through practical, interactive as well as formal activities:
A balanced programme is followed where essential skills, knowledge and values are integrated into all aspects of learning, with the inclusion of Sport, Computers and Arts and Culture to ensure all-round development.
Instruction is centred on Literacy, Numeracy and Life Skills.
Literacy
Literacy
Literacy focuses on learning to communicate effectively, and process information in a spoken, and written format. Critical Thinking Skills are developed to promote creative and coherent expression.
Numeracy
Numeracy
Numeracy fosters mathematical knowledge and skills relevant to everyday situations, and focuses on identifying and solving problems and manipulating numbers in a variety of ways.Life Skills
Life Skills
Life Skills centres on the holistic development of the learners, to prepare them to play a meaningful and productive role in a democratic society, promoting values through social, physical, emotional, creative and spiritual development.
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Literacy
Literacy
Literacy focuses on learning to communicate effectively, and process information in a spoken, and written format. Critical Thinking Skills are developed to promote creative and coherent expression.
Numeracy
Numeracy
Numeracy fosters mathematical knowledge and skills relevant to everyday situations, and focuses on identifying and solving problems and manipulating numbers in a variety of ways.Life Skills
Life Skills
Life Skills centres on the holistic development of the learners, to prepare them to play a meaningful and productive role in a democratic society, promoting values through social, physical, emotional, creative and spiritual development.
Inter/Sen Phase
Grade 4 to Grade 7
Inter/Sen Phase
Grade 4 to Grade 7
Intermediate Phase
In the Intermediate Phase the learners learn three languages: English, Afrikaans and isiZulu.
Our weekly programme is made up of:
Mathematics
Science & Technology
Social Sciences
Arts & Culture
Physical Education
Religious Education/Life Orientation
Senior Phase
The Senior Phase learners learn three languages – English, Afrikaans and IsiZulu.
Our weekly programme is made up of:
Mathematics
Natural Sciences
History
Geography
E.M.S.
Technology
Computer Studies
Physical Education
Arts and Culture
Religious Education/Life Orientation
We encourage learners to develop their higher order thinking skills in all areas of their studies.
Most importantly, our curriculum is underpinned by Catholic/Christian values but are respectful and accepting of all Religions. Our Religious Education Programme is designed to give our learners a strong Christian foundation which they are encouraged to build on in their daily lives.
Intermediate Phase
In the Intermediate Phase the learners learn three languages: English, Afrikaans and isiZulu.
Our weekly programme is made up of:
Mathematics
Science & Technology
Social Sciences
Arts & Culture
Physical Education
Religious Education/Life Orientation
Senior Phase
The Senior Phase learners learn three languages – English, Afrikaans and IsiZulu.
Our weekly programme is made up of:
Mathematics
Natural Sciences
History
Geography
E.M.S.
Technology
Computer Studies
Physical Education
Arts and Culture
Religious Education/Life Orientation
We encourage learners to develop their higher order thinking skills in all areas of their studies.
Most importantly, our curriculum is underpinned by Catholic/Christian values but are respectful and accepting of all Religions. Our Religious Education Programme is designed to give our learners a strong Christian foundation which they are encouraged to build on in their daily lives.
Sport
We have excellent sporting facilities which includes a Swimming Pool, Netball and Tennis Courts and Cricket Bowling Nets on our campus.
Sport is an important part of the growth and development of the young learners. It is often on the sports field that they learn valuable lessons for life, i.e. teamwork, responsibility, loyalty and co-operation. Sport allows the learners to grow into whole people by balancing the academic/classroom side of their life and helps them to develop pride in their achievements individually and make them proud to represent Veritas College.
We Offer:
Cricket
Hockey
Netball
Soccer
Swimming
Tennis
Athletics
Chess
For Athletics, Cricket, Hockey and Soccer we utilise the sporting facilities available on our Senior School’s campus. To travel between the campuses we have several Veritas buses with qualified drivers.
Veritas College Preparatory participates in various leagues, tournaments and festivals. Highlights on our sporting calendar include the annual Inter-Catholic and Inter-CBC Festivals.
Sport
We have excellent sporting facilities which includes a Swimming Pool, Netball and Tennis Courts and Cricket Bowling Nets on our campus.
Sport is an important part of the growth and development of the young learners. It is often on the sports field that they learn valuable lessons for life, i.e. teamwork, responsibility, loyalty and co-operation. Sport allows the learners to grow into whole people by balancing the academic/classroom side of their life and helps them to develop pride in their achievements individually and make them proud to represent Veritas College.
We Offer:
Cricket
Hockey
Netball
Soccer
Swimming
Tennis
Athletics
Chess
For Athletics, Cricket, Hockey and Soccer we utilise the sporting facilities available on our Senior School’s campus. To travel between the campuses we have several Veritas buses with qualified drivers.
Veritas College Preparatory participates in various leagues, tournaments and festivals. Highlights on our sporting calendar include the annual Inter-Catholic and Inter-CBC Festivals.
Performing Arts
Veritas College Preparatory has a comprehensive Performing Arts Programme designed to expose learners to as much variety and experience as possible. The programme includes both a Foundation Phase and Intermediate/Senior Phase Choir.
The Preparatory present School Musicals and Revues and participates annually in Festivals which include Verse Speaking, Sight Reading and Public Speaking.
Piano and Marimba lessons are offered, on a private basis, at our Music Centre. The Veritas College Music Centre is the official examination centre in Springs for the Royal School of Music. Our music pupils participate in annual Music Festivals.
Our Art Club provides further opportunities outside of school’s art curriculum for Grade 4-7 learners who show artistic talents or who are simply passionate about art. Working in smaller groups allows them to complete projects that would not be possible during their one-hour weekly art classes. These projects include activities such as creating sculptures, constructions, experimenting with different painting methods and techniques as well as fabric painting.
Performing Arts
Veritas College Preparatory has a comprehensive Performing Arts Programme designed to expose learners to as much variety and experience as possible. The programme includes both a Foundation Phase and Intermediate/Senior Phase Choir.
The Preparatory present School Musicals and Revues and participates annually in Festivals which include Verse Speaking, Sight Reading and Public Speaking.
Piano and Marimba lessons are offered, on a private basis, at our Music Centre. The Veritas College Music Centre is the official examination centre in Springs for the Royal School of Music. Our music pupils participate in annual Music Festivals.
Our Art Club provides further opportunities outside of school’s art curriculum for Grade 4-7 learners who show artistic talents or who are simply passionate about art. Working in smaller groups allows them to complete projects that would not be possible during their one-hour weekly art classes. These projects include activities such as creating sculptures, constructions, experimenting with different painting methods and techniques as well as fabric painting.