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Language Policy

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  • The primary language of instruction and assessment at Parkhurst Primary is English Home Language. All subjects are taught and assessed in English to ensure learners develop a strong command of the language.

  • Afrikaans and isiZulu are offered as First Additional Languages for learners.

  • isiZulu is being phased in and Afrikaans is being phased out as per this schedule.

  • There is no choice of languages, and the learner must do the language offered to the Grade.

Year                

2023                   

2024                  

2025                   

2026                   

2027                 

2028                  

2029                  

Grade

1

2

3

4

5

6

7          

                                    

Afrikaans is.                  iZulu

Phased out.                  Phased in

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Phased out.                  Phased in

Phased out.                  Phased in

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Phased out.                  Phased in

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