2. In South Africa, the constitution
guarantees equal access to basic
education.
3. The identified values and principles of
South African Education includes:
Relevance of Education
Sustainability of Development
Democratic Participation
Efficiency
Equity and Redress
Access to basic education opportunities for lifelong learning quality
Quality in terms of providing learners with learning opportunities of acceptable
standards
8. Basic Education System
Junior primary - (Grade I-III)
Senior Primary - (Grade IV-VI)
Grade VII-IX is the last stage for compulsory education and will
lead to General Education and Training Certificate.
Further Education And Training (FET) - (Grade X-XII). This will
lead to Senior Certificate.
