There are two phases in the school curriculum, the General Education and Training or GET (Grades 8 & 9) and the Further Education and Training or FET (Grades 10-12) phases.

The GET Phase (Grades 8 & 9)

This is essentially an exploratory phase which incorporates the following subjects in Grade 8:

• English as Main Language (LLC 1)
• Afrikaans as Second Language (LLC 2)
• Mathematics (MLMMS)
• Technical Drawing & Design & Technology (TECH)
• Accountancy (EMS)
• Computer Literacy
• Natural Sciences (NS)
• History & Geography (HSS)
• Art (A&C)
• Counselling & Physical Education (LO)

In Grade 9 the curriculum remains very much the same as for Grade 8. The idea of the exploratory subjects is to help
prepare pupils in selecting their final course for the FET Phase.



The FET Phase (Grades 10-12)

In the third term of the Grade 9 year, pupils in consultation with both parents and the school, select a ‘package’ containing
7 subjects as prescribed by the Education Department.

At Pinetown Boys’ High School, each package must include English, Afrikaans/Zulu 2nd Language, Mathematics, Science
and Life Orientation. In addition pupils will be allowed to choose combinations of subjects on offer from those explored in
Grades 8 and 9. These subject packages will vary slightly from year to year, but parents and pupils are advised in the
Grade 9 year of the options for the following year.

• The additional two subjects are chosen from:
• Accountancy
• Visual Arts
• Life Sciences
• Geography
• History
• Engineering Graphics and Design
• Information Technology
• Mechanical Technology
• Business Studies.

All subject packages will be offered only if there is sufficient support, and if the requisite staff is available.