News and Speeches for Western Cape Education Department
Minister warns learners of the risks of cheating in the NSC
10 October 2019On the 23rd of October 2018, thousands of candidates will begin writing the 2019 NSC examinations. This year 53 395 full time candidates and 9 075 part-time candidates have registered for the examinations. Read More
Media alert: Minister Schäfer to witness NSC pledge signing
9 October 2019Tomorrow, Thursday, 10 October 2019, Provincial Education Minister Debbie Schäfer will be visiting Trafalgar High School to caution candidates about cheating ahead of the 2019 National Senior Certificate (NSC) examinations and to witness the signing... Read More
Celebrating exceptional achievement in the Western Cape
3 October 2019It has been a busy time these past two weeks, with learners competing in various events across the country. Read More
New Chief Evaluator for the School Evaluations Authority appointed
30 September 2019Today, I am pleased to announce the appointment of the Chief Evaluator for the School Evaluations Authority (SEA) – Ms Karen Bydell. Read More
4 weeks to go to start of NSC exams - Support for NSC Candidates
25 September 2019The matric class of 2019 is entering one of the most challenging and arguably most important times of their lives – the build up to their final school examinations. Read More
Speech delivered on by Minister Schafer at the new Botha’s Halte Primary School
20 September 2019“It gives me great pleasure to be with you today on this important occasion to celebrate with you the official inauguration of this beautiful state-of-the-art, world-class school facility for primary school learners. Read More
Schools operating as per normal tomorrow
5 September 2019The WCED has become aware of a post on doing the rounds on social media today regarding a “shutdown” of schools tomorrow, Friday 6 September 2019. (Attached image) It states “Everything must shut down, Tools down. Roads closed. Schools closed.” Read More
Drawing inspiration from Global Teacher Prize Winner Peter Tabichi
4 September 2019This morning, Global Teacher Prize winner of 2019, Peter Tabichi visited the Western Cape Provincial Legislature, where he met members of the Provincial Cabinet. Read More
Learners lead the way in water savings
3 September 2019Joint statement from the Premier’s office and the Education Ministry Read More
Media alert: Media opportunity to engage with Peter Tabichi
2 September 2019This week, Peter Tabichi, Global Teacher Prize winner of 2019, will be visiting Cape Town to attend a number of events around the City. Read More
Malibu High School hair allegations
30 August 2019I have taken note of the comments regarding the allegations of derogatory comments made to girls regarding their hair at Malibu High School. Read More
Minister Schafer calls for nominations for Teaching Awards – deadline 23 August
12 August 2019The Annual Teaching Awards recognize excellence and professionalism and provide the education fraternity with the opportunity to celebrate the achievements of outstanding teachers. Read More
Media alert: Premier Winde and Minister Schäfer to attend SWM Challenge Awards
7 August 2019On Thursday 8th August 2019, Premier Alan Winde and Minister Debbie Schäfer will be in attendance at Nooitgedacht Primary School in Bishop Lavis for the Smart Water Meter Challenge Awards. Read More
SC and NSC Results to be released on 2 August 2019
31 July 2019On Friday, 2 August 2019, the 2019 May/June Senior Certificate and National Senior Certificate results will be released. Over 32 000 candidates registered for these examinations. Read More
Our schools should be places where we “Enter to learn”
16 July 2019Last week I requested that the Department provide me with the statistics relating to burglary and vandalism incidents during the past June/July holiday. The response was disappointing. Read More
Back to school - Minister Schafer concerned that over unconfirmed applications
8 July 2019Tomorrow more than a million learners in the Western Cape will return to school after the winter holidays. The third term of the academic year is one of the most important terms for our learners, educators and officials as it is one when important... Read More
NSC/SC June 2019 examinations – Afrikaans HL and FAL P3 rewrite on 11 July 2019
5 July 2019The Department of Basic Education (DBE) amended the National Senior Certificate (NSC)/Senior Certificate (SC) June 2019 examinations timetable to accommodate officials and candidates travelling during the election period. Read More
Western Cape NSC Candidates attend Grade 12 Winter Schools across the province
20 June 2019With 125 days to go to the start of the 2019 NSC examinations, the next five months are the most important time in a learner’s school career. Read More
Appeal to parents to confirm school placement
19 June 2019On the 7th of June 2019, the WCED re-opened its online admission website for parents to reveal the outcome of their applications for admission for the 2020 school year. We appeal to these parents to please check their status and confirm placement... Read More
Media alert: Minister Schäfer to visit Grade 12 Winter School Programme
19 June 2019Tomorrow, Thursday 20th June 2019, Minister Debbie Schäfer will visit the Grade 12 Winter Schools Holiday Programme at Salt River Secondary School. Read More
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