The Hill College

The College has a staff of experienced specialist teachers with a teacher ratio of approximately one teacher per twelve learners. The average class size varies between 12 – 14 learners. Students are taught to study, encouraged to ask questions frequently in class and to seek help from their tutors as necessary. Regular progress reports (seven per year) are sent to parents. Career guidance is also an intricate part of our focus.

Learners are treated as young adults within a sensible, monitored and supportive environment, and in turn are expected to behave accordingly. A culture of trust, mutual respect and honesty is encouraged. Students are taught to realise that a great deal of focussed study is required of them. They are encouraged to develop self-discipline, a sense of responsibility, and personal accountability. The college practices a zero tolerance to drugs and has a sensible, encouraging code of conduct which is respected and supported by the learners.

Homework is set and daily home study is expected; all assignments are checked and marked, with frequent evaluations taking place. Regular tests are written in preparation for the mid year and final examinations.

Regular attendance is essential and a requirement for all learners.

Promotion Requirements: Grades 10 - 12

Further Education and Training Phase

A learner must pass:

• One official language at Home Language level with at least 40%
• 2 other subjects at 40%
• 3 subjects at 30%

National Senior Certificate Examination

Please take note that fulfilling the minimum requirements does not guarantee entry into tertiary study. It does, however, allow the learner to apply to a tertiary institution. Learners who meet the minimal requirements rarely gain entry into state universities due to not meeting course specific entrance criteria which is often substantially higher than the minimum requirements highlighted below. (Please view institution specific APS point requirements)

CHECKLIST TO PASS THE NATIONAL SENIOR CERTIFICATE:

• Pass an official language on the home language level with 40% or more
• Pass any 2 other subjects with 40% or more
• Pass an additional 3 subjects with 30% or more
• May be required to meet an additional language requirement for course of study (i.e. pass in the language of tuition of the higher education institution applied for.)

CHECKLIST TO PASS THE NCS WITH ENTRY TO HIGHER CERTIFICATE STUDY:

• Pass an official language on the home language level with 40% or more
• Pass any 2 other subjects with 40% or more
• Pass an additional 3 subjects with 30% or more
• May be required to meet an additional language requirement for course of study (i.e. pass in the language of tuition of the higher education institution applied for.)

CHECKLIST TO PASS THE NCS WITH ENTRY TO DIPLOMA STUDY:

• Pass an official language on the home language level i.e. 40% or more
• Pass any 3 other subjects with 40% or more
• Pass an additional 2 subjects with 30% or more
• Required to meet an additional language requirement for course of further study (i.e. pass in the language of tuition of the higher education institution applied for.)

CHECKLIST TO PASS THE NCS WITH ENTRY TO BACHELOR DEGREE STUDIES:

• Pass an official language on the home language level i.e. 40% or more
• Achieve 50% or more in at least 4 designated subjects with a NSC rating of 20 points (all Hill College subjects are designated subjects, except CAT and Tourism. Life orientation only carries a 10 point rating so is excluded from designated list)
• Pass an additional 2 subjects with 30% or more
• REALITY; need to achieve above 50 / 60% for all subjects to stand a chance of meeting individual university entrance requirements for degree studies.

How do you calculate your admission point score (APS)?

• Fill out your subjects in Table A (NSC Subjects) and enter the rating you obtained in the most recent examination (NSC Achievement Rating). Then check the points you earn for each rating as shown in Table below and enter it in the last column (Points for ASP). Now calculate your ASP as sum of the entries in the Points for APS column. Now compare to the specific course requirements for the university you wish to apply for. (calculation method may vary between universities based on different subject weights allocated)

Table A

Student Profile

• Grade 10, 11& 12 learners who feel they will benefit from smaller classes and more personal attention than mainstream schools are able to offer.
• Both academically gifted and under achieving students who feel they are getting lost in the crowd and will benefit from smaller classes.
• Learners who want to take responsibility for their futures, which are looking for a positive and secure education environment where they can be at ease and enjoy their schooling in a supportive environment.
• Post matric students who want to improve their results or correct a subject choice to follow specific careers.
• The college ONLY accepts students who want to come to the college by their own choice and are prepared to commit themselves to giving of their personal best without comparison to other learners.

Examinations
Students are prepared for the National Senior Certificate (NSC) Examinations of the Department of Education (NQF level 4). The College is a registered centre for these examinations. All final examinations have a continued assessment component (CASS) which rewards learners for consistent effort during the year.

Subject Offering Per Grade
Grade 12 (Matric)
Compulsory subjects: English, Afrikaans, Life Orientation, Mathematics OR Mathematical Literacy
Choice of electives: Business Studies, Computer Aided Technology (CAT), History, Life Sciences (Biology), Physical Science, Tourism and Visual Art. (Any 3 electives)
Grade 11
Compulsory subjects: English, Afrikaans, Life Orientation, Mathematics OR Mathematical Literacy
Choice of electives: Business Studies, Computer Aided Technology (CAT), History, Life Sciences (Biology), Physical Science, Tourism and Visual Art. (Any 3 electives)
Grade 10
Compulsory subjects: English, Afrikaans, Life Orientation, Mathematics OR Mathematical Literacy
Choice of electives: Business Studies, Computer Aided Technology (CAT), Life Sciences (Biology), History, Physical Science, Tourism and Visual Art. (Any 3 electives)

Uniform
There is no formal uniform, but students are expected to dress neatly.

Who Should Attend
Those students who wish to be treated as young adults while being supported, encouraged and positively motivated in striving to reach their personal goals, will find The Hill College system rewarding.
The Hill College accepts students into Grade 10 or 11 or 12, (grade 11 & 12 subject to space).

What Is Required Of Our Students
A willingness to give of their personal best and a firm commitment of make use of all The Hill College has to offer. You will be required to attend College every day and to do all your work to the best of your ability. We place a great deal of emphasis on your individual effort and your teachers will rate you on this basis.

Academic Terms
The School Calendar of the Cape Education Department is generally followed, i.e. there are four terms and public holidays are recognized. Slight variations in the calendar are occasionally made at the Principal's or management's discretion.