Homeschooling Grade 1 to 3
Homeschooling my learner in Grades 1 to 3
Assessments in Grades 1 to 3 Grade 1 to 3 learners do not yet write tests or exams, but they have formal assessment tasks that must be completed. You (as the parent/guardian) or a tutor can assess your learner's progress. Remember that you have until ...
Why is Impaq's signature not on my Grade 1 to 3 learner's report card?
Impaq's signature is no longer available on home education report cards for learners in Grades R to 9. In line with the policy on Home Education, the parent/legal guardian must monitor and ensure the assessment of the home education learner. ...
What stationery do we need for Grade 1 to 3?
Because Foundation Phase learners in Grades 1 to 3 are still discovering their creativity and refining both fine and gross motor skills, we recommend that basic stationery should include: Crayons, coloured pencils and Koki pens Pencil sharpener Pritt ...
My child struggles with maths and numbers, what should I do?
In Grade 1, the basic principles learned in Grade R evolve into more abstract thinking, with more and more unfamiliar concepts, and the number range they are expected to know increases to 100. Keep focusing on number sense; they must be able to split ...
At what level should my child be reading?
In Grade 1, learners must master the first building block of reading: phonics. Practice phonics every day and make use of phonics cards. In Grades 2 and 3, there is little focus on basic phonics as it is assumed that your learner has mastered this in ...
Can my Grade 1 to 3 child complete more than one grade in a year?
While it is possible for Grade 1 to 3 learners to complete multiple grades in one academic year, we do not recommend this because the Foundation Phase curriculum is already jam-packed. If you move over themes too fast, your learner may not fully ...
How do I use Impaq's Foundation Phase facilitator guides and learner portfolio books?
Please make use of the Grade 1 to 3 facilitator's guides that provide step-by-step guidance for parents throughout the year. There are 4 guides, one for each term. Learner assessments can be found in the portfolio books - these are continuous ...
Where do I find the memorandums for Grade 1 to 3 assessments?
You can download assessment memorandums from the Optimi Learning Portal by selecting Assessments, choosing the relevant subject and clicking on Download Assessment Memo. As the parent, you may mark all Grade 1 to 3 assessments. Ensure that you are ...
Who marks the assessments for Grades 1 to 3?
As the parent/guardian, you may mark Grade 1 to 3 assessments. Marks must be captured on the Optimi Learning Portal. It is in the best interest of the learner for the parent to ensure that the results of the assessment tasks are valid and reliable by ...
What are the pass requirements for Grade 1 to 3?
Please see below the pass requirements for Foundation Phase learners. Note: Life Skills is also part of the subjects for Grade R to 3 learners; however, there are no pass requirements for this subject.
How do I rate my child's performance in Grade 1 to 3?
A learner’s performance can be divided into seven levels, as set out below. These levels apply to all grades. If you are hesitant to decide between two levels, rather choose the lower level. This will give you a more accurate representation of your ...
Should I keep a record of completed assessments in Grades 1 to 3?
Yes, you should maintain a portfolio of evidence that must contain: Samples of writing, worksheets, workbooks, and creative materials used or produced by the learner, and A summative record or assessment schedule recording the achievement of the ...
How do we join the Life Skills and Practical Art sessions?
As part of our Subject Guidance Sessions, Impaq hosts Life Skills and Practical Art sessions - this is a great opportunity for learners to explore their creativity! It is not compulsory for the learner to have all the supplies during the session. ...
Should I send completed Grade 1 to 3 assessments to Impaq?
No, it's not necessary to send completed assessments for Grade 1 to 3 to Impaq. As the parent/guardian, you may mark these. Please note that you are, however, required to keep a record of all completed assessments for at least 3 years.
By when must we complete all assessments for Grade 1 to 3?
We recommend that tasks are completed per term in order not to overwhelm the learner. You will see suggested completion dates on the Optimi Learning Portal - use the Calendar tab to help you with your planning. These dates are suggested completion ...
Which assessments should my child complete in Grades 1 to 3?
Grade 1 to 3 learners do not yet write examinations, but they have formal assessment tasks that must be completed every term. You can download and print assessments per term from the Optimi Learning Portal by selecting Assessments, choosing the ...
Where do I find the audio files for Grade 1 to 3 isiZulu First Additional Language?
To access the audio files, please follow the below steps: Log in to OLP using your unique login details Navigate to Lessons and select isiZulu First Additional Language Click on the downward arrow next to each lesson title to expand the selection ...