Academics

We believe that achievement follows when learners are encouraged to think critically and strive for their personal best. This commitment lies at the heart of our approach at Rhenish Girls' High School as we prepare learners for success both today and in the future.

Matric Results

Rhenish Girls' High School has an excellent academic record.  Not only do our Matrics excel in the National Senior Certificate exams, but they go on to excel in tertiary studies. 

The Class of 2025 produced excellent results that reflect their hard work and the dedication of their educators.  

Curriculum

Academic Enrichment

To complement the academic programme and to put into practice what they are learning, we encourage the girls to take part in outings and a range of competitions/events, such as:

    • Subject Olympiads - Science, Accounting, English, CAT, Afrikaans, Geography, History
    • UCT Maths Competition
    • Taalbond Examination
    • Science Expos
    • Entrepreneurial Competitions
    • General Knowledge Quizes
    • Creative Writing Courses
    • Eisteddfods
    • Career Expos
    • Music and Drama Eisteddfods.

Art

The PJ Olivier Art Centre is situated in the heart of town and offers art education to learners at a variety of levels.

As part of the compulsory Creative Arts curriculum in the Junior Phase, Grade 8 and 9 learners complete the Visual Arts component at the Art Centre. Learners are exposed to a variety of artistic techniques and are introduced to the skills needed to observe and analyse the different forms of art encountered in our technological 21st-century world.



Learner Support Unit

Rhenish Girls’ High School’s Learner Support Unit (LSU) consists of a full-time counselling psychologist, Ms Lauren Conchar; an educational psychologist, Mrs Almarie Nel; and an academic support teacher, Ms Nkepeng Khoboko. The team is overseen by the Deputy Principal, Dr Rika Kroon

Both emotional and academic support are available to all learners. Learners and parents are welcome to make appointments with the support professionals, either by visiting their offices or by contacting them via email

Academic Learner Support

Academic excellence at Rhenish is built on a foundation of individualised support, where we strive to identify each learner’s needs and provide the appropriate assistance.

This division of the LSU, headed by Ms Nkepeng Khoboko, focuses on providing essential support through subject-specific assistance, the development of soft skills such as effective study methods, and the strengthening of crucial underlying thinking skills

Emotional Support

The emotional well-being of every Rhenisher is of paramount importance. This area of the LSU is led by two full-time psychologists: Ms Lauren Conchar, a counselling psychologist, and Mrs Almarie Nel, an educational psychologist. Together, they bring nearly 18 years of experience in the field of educational psychology.

Concessions

Assistance is provided to learners who have been identified as possibly experiencing a learning barrier, such as reading difficulties, dyslexia, or any other barrier recognised by the WCED as a possible basis for concessions during tests and examinations, ensuring that the learner is not disadvantaged.

A detailed process is followed in accordance with the Department of Basic Education’s Policy on Screening, Identification, Assessment and Support (SIAS).

In line with the SIAS policy, the following requirements must be met in cases of a suspected learning difficulty: an external professional assessment or report; collateral information confirming a history of the difficulty; completed school-provided documentation; and evidence of previous intervention.

  • Outside professional assessment/report
  • Collateral information proving history of the difficulty
  • Completed documentation (provided by the school)
  • Proof of previous intervention

eLearning

Rhenish Girls’ High School strives to remain relevant in an educational landscape that is rapidly transforming and has been at the forefront of integrating technology into teaching and learning. Chromebooks are the only approved devices used in conjunction with traditional resources such as textbooks and exercise books to enrich the learning experience.

While no device can ever replace a teacher, technology enables learners to take a more active role in their learning while also developing essential digital skills for an ever-evolving world. This blended learning environment, which draws on a wide repertoire of teaching approaches, promotes meaningful learning that learners can carry with them beyond school.

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