Kingstree Private School provides a safe, respectful, and stimulating environment where Intersen Phase learners can thrive.
Learners are supported to:
Build leadership, teamwork, and communication skills
Develop self-discipline and responsibility
Grow in confidence and moral integrity
Strengthen faith and values-based decision-making
Prepare academically and emotionally for the Senior Phase
Educators work closely with parents to guide learners through this important stage of growth.
The Home Language programme develops strong communication, comprehension, and critical thinking skills. Learners are encouraged to express themselves confidently while deepening their understanding of language.
Learners will develop skills in:
Listening and speaking with confidence
Reading comprehension and interpretation
Creative, transactional, and essay writing
Grammar, spelling, and language structures
Oral presentations and communication
By Grade 7, learners can read critically, write structured texts, and communicate ideas clearly and effectively.
The First Additional Language programme introduces and strengthens a second language, supporting communication skills and cultural awareness.
Focus areas include:
Listening and understanding spoken language
Basic speaking and conversational skills
Reading and comprehension
Sentence construction and vocabulary development
Cultural appreciation and language confidence
Learners are encouraged to use the language practically and confidently in everyday contexts.
Mathematics develops logical thinking, problem-solving, and numerical confidence. Concepts become more abstract and challenging as learners progress through the grades.
Key focus areas:
Number operations and problem-solving
Fractions, decimals, and percentages
Measurement and geometry
Data handling and interpretation
Patterns, relationships, and basic algebraic thinking
Learners are taught to apply mathematical concepts to real-life situations, building accuracy, confidence, and reasoning skills.
This subject encourages curiosity, investigation, and understanding of the natural and designed world.
Natural Sciences focuses on:
Life and living
Matter and materials
Energy and change
Earth and beyond
Technology focuses on:
Design processes and problem-solving
Structures, systems, and controls
Practical projects and innovation
Learners develop inquiry skills, creativity, and an appreciation for God’s creation and responsible use of resources.
Social Sciences help learners understand the world around them by exploring history and geography.
Geography includes:
Maps, environments, and landforms
Weather, climate, and natural resources
Human settlements and sustainability
History includes:
Early societies and civilizations
South African and world history
Heritage, leadership, and citizenship
Learners develop critical thinking, empathy, and an understanding of their role in society.
Social Sciences help learners understand the world around them by exploring history and geography.
Geography includes:
Maps, environments, and landforms
Weather, climate, and natural resources
Human settlements and sustainability
History includes:
Early societies and civilizations
South African and world history
Heritage, leadership, and citizenship
Learners develop critical thinking, empathy, and an understanding of their role in society.
Kingstree Private School offers a faith-based, CAPS-aligned Intersen Phase programme (Grades 4–7) that supports learners as they transition from foundational learning to more advanced academic concepts.
Through dedicated educators, structured teaching, and a nurturing environment, learners are challenged to think independently, work collaboratively, and apply knowledge confidently. Our approach ensures academic readiness while continuing to build character, discipline, and a strong moral foundation.
Our Intersen Phase teaching approach is structured, engaging, and learner-centred. It is designed to prepare learners for the increasing academic demands of upper grades while nurturing confidence and responsibility.
