SHAWCO Academic Interventions

on goal of becoming a renowned school of excellence in core academic areas such as Mathematics, Physical Science, Accounting and English. Our objective is to provide learners an opportunity to improve their academic results through a quality teaching experience in small intimate classes with an effective curriculum which is in alignment with the Western Cape Education Department. Maintaining high standards, recruiting the best teachers, access to UCT laboratories to conduct experiments, providing career guidance and life-skills workshops brought about immense improvement in the marks of the students that parents and the teachers in their schools greatly appreciated. Lessons are taught by highly qualified, experienced and committed educators who have produced excellent results over the past years. SHAWCO started the program to give participating learners access to UCT resources and facilities that would build the learners intellectually, socially and culturally in order to better prepare them for tertiary studies. Learners in each grade are streamed and grouped according to their Mathematics school results for June and Final exams
SHAWCO, in partnership with the Schools Development Unit, AARP and the support of UCT Management is making a difference in the lives of 800 learners. Expertise are drawn from a cross - section of faculties and departments to ensure that the programmes are a success. We will strive to reach more learners and provide the best tutoring possible. Our programmes focus on enhancing the learners' academic and life skills in order to better prepare them to compete for places at UCT. Learners are mentored from Grades 10 to 12, and encouraged to pursue degrees in engineering, sciences, commerce and related fields. The projects assist these learners in gaining entrance to University.
. It is compulsory that learners are registered for Pure Mathematics and then they have an option of choosing one or two of the remaining three subjects (Physical Science, Accounting and English Home Language). The Program aims to strengthen learners' abilities in core academic areas. The program provides learners with opportunities to acquire skills and experiences in preparation for tertiary studies, and develop a sense of confidence and belief in their abilities.