College - Redwood Schools

Equipping your Child for the Future

Grades

Foundation Phase

Grades R – 3

The foundation phase caters for learners from Grade R – Grade 3. This is an exciting and adventurous time for young learners who thrive in an environment of creativity and discovery. At Redwood we ensure that all outcomes are achieved through engaging lessons and imaginative activations that make learning fun and easy.

Intermediate Phase

Grades 4 – 6

During the intermediate phase subject content is developed. Young learners are curious to explore their community and world. They begin to form their own unique identities, opinions and world view. Reliant on adult support from both parents and teachers, learners respond to encouragement, discipline and behaviour modelling.

Senior Phase

Grade 7 – 9

The senior phase is an important time for learners as they start to transition towards being a young adult. At the end of grade 9 they are required to make important decisions regarding subject choices which ultimately impacts on career paths. We ensure that learners are supported with meaningful career development tools and guidance.

FET Phase

Grades 10 – 12

Further Education and Training phase (FET) refers to education and training provided from Grades 10 to 12 and includes both academic learning and career-oriented training.

Carousel Stream

Grade R - 3

The Carousel Stream foundation phase caters for learners from Grade R – Grade 3. This is an environment that mirrors the mainstream foundation phase academically for neurodiverse learners. Learners are given exposure to the mainstream and the possibility of mainstreaming based on their skills. Within the Carousel Stream, learners are provided the necessary support and tools to facilitate their academic learning. At Redwood College we strive to provide an inclusive academic approach and this is carried through to our Junior PACE and Senior PACE classes.

Our vision and philosophy for our college students

Blended Learning

Redwood College applies innovative solutions which embrace blended learning. The benefits of eLearning are combined with traditional face-to-face teaching as well as self-paced learning schedules. This forward-thinking approach facilitates academic rigour whilst ensuring that each learner is able to master content. The result is motivated learners who are inspired to learn more.

Teaching Philosophy

Our teaching philosophy is built on the understanding that profound learning takes place through discovery, creativity and critical thinking. We create an environment that facilitates mastery through discovery and experience and ensures a personalised approach where learners can reach their own potential.

Qualification through AEE Online

The curriculum at Redwood College, through AEE Online, is CAPS-aligned and delivers a modern and flexible education programme.

Supplementary Courses – equipping for the Future

Over and above the examinable curriculum Redwood College offers supplementary curriculum that is designed to enhance knowledge and future-readiness. Get in touch to find out what we have on offer for your child.

Art and Culture

Children dance before they walk and run, they paint before they can write and singing facilitates early expression. Art and creativity are essential for holistic education.

Our on-site Destiny Music Academy (DMA), a professional and accredited music school, partners closely with us to provide exceptional music tuition. Together, we nurture learners’ artistic talents while fostering creativity and expression through our Cultural Centre.

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Sport

As part of our Redwood College sporting programme we aim to provide all our pupils with the opportunity to take part in various sporting activities. Our programme is organised, structured, disciplined, competitive and most importantly – fun.

Our sporting programme is designed to encourage participation, bring unity, promote team spirit, develop responsibility, encourage accountability, teach sportsmanship, create ambassadors and create a healthy lifestyle. We would, ideally, like to encourage each pupil to become involved with at least one sporting activity each term.

It must be remembered that as Redwood College grows in numbers, we will be able to field more teams and be able to create a more competitive environment. We are excited to host sporting events on our wonderful fields and facilities and look forward to the development of further sporting facilities in the future.

Any pupil participating in a sport and selected to represent Redwood College in a team has the opportunity to be considered to attend zonal team trials.