Academics

Greenwood Bay College Pre-School

(Grade 0000 to Grade 0(R))

At Greenwood Bay College Pre-School, we’re passionate about creating a nurturing, stimulating space where young children can truly flourish. We believe that play is one of the most powerful ways children learn. Through purposeful play, they develop creativity, problem-solving abilities, and vital social skills.



While play remains at the heart of our approach, we also place strong emphasis on early literacy and numeracy. By introducing foundational skills in English and Mathematics in a fun and engaging way, we build the confidence and cognitive development children need for lifelong learning success.

An aerial view of a tennis court and soccer field
An aerial view of a tennis court and soccer field

Greenwood Bay College Primary School

(Grade 1 to Grade 7)

Our curriculum places strong emphasis on reading with understanding and excelling in mathematics, while also embracing Inquiry-Based Learning (IBL) — a dynamic approach that encourages curiosity, critical thinking, and independent discovery.



We prepare our students not just for school, but for life. By focusing on global competencies and cross-cultural understanding, we equip them to thrive in an ever-changing world.


At Greenwood Bay College, education goes beyond the textbook — it's about preparing confident, compassionate, and capable individuals for the future.

Greenwood Bay College High School

(Grade 8 to Grade 10)

From 2026 Greenwood Bay College will follow the National Senior Certificate curriculum examined by the Independent Examination Board. The NSC as offered by the IEB is a well-respected curriculum and ensures that our students are fully equipped to gain admission to the tertiary institution of their choice and to qualify for their preferred course of study. It is our aim to provide tertiary access to every student who matriculates from Greenwood Bay College.

An aerial view of a tennis court and soccer field
An aerial view of a tennis court and soccer field

Greenwood Bay College (Grade 11 & 12)

Students who are in Grade 11 and Grade 12 in 2026 will continue with the Cambridge International Curriculum and will sit their AS-level exams in 2026 and 2027, respectively. The Cambridge International Curriculum is currently being phased out at Greenwood Bay College and by 2028, GBC will be offering IEB throughout.


Subjects offered are as follows

Grade 8 and 9

  • Home Language English
  • First Additional Language Afrikaans
  • Mathematics
  • Natural Sciences
  • Social Sciences (History and Geography)
  • Technology (EdTech)
  • Economic and Management Sciences
  • Life Orientation
  • Creative Arts

Grades 10–12 Mandatory

  • English Home Language
  • First Additional Language (Afrikaans)
  • Mathematics or Mathematical Literacy
  • Life Orientation 

Grade 10-12 Electives

(student number dependent)

  • Business Studies
  • Computer Applications Technology (CAT)
  • Geography
  • History
  • Life Science
  • Physical Science
  • Tourism
  • Visual Arts

Benchmarking

Greenwood Bay College partners with NWEA MAP Growth. This is a highly regarded and pioneering assessment tool designed to gauge academic progress and achievement in Mathematics and English, encompassing reading and language skills, across the Grade 0 to Grade 11 spectrum. This assessment equips educators with precise and actionable insights to shape their teaching methods, regardless of whether students are performing above or below their respective grade levels. The primary objective of NWEA MAP Growth is to aid teachers in pinpointing both individual and collective learning gaps and then address these gaps effectively.


The NWEA MAP Growth program leverages data collected from a staggering 13 million students across numerous countries. More information about MAP Growth can be accessed here: https://www.nwea.org/map-growth