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ADMISSION PROCESS
Andrew Rabie High School Admission Policy
Introduction
This Admission Policy outlines the procedures and guidelines for admitting learners to Andrew Rabie High School, in accordance with the National Education Policy Act, 1996 (Act No. 27 of 1996), and the South African Schools Act, 1996 (Act No. 84 of 1996). The policy is designed to ensure a fair, transparent, and efficient admission process that aligns with national and provincial regulations.
The purpose of this policy is to establish a framework for the admission of learners to Andrew Rabie High School. The policy aims to ensure that all eligible learners are accommodated in a manner that is consistent with the principles of equity and non-discrimination.
This policy applies to the admission of learners to Andrew Rabie High School. It is in line with national legislation and must be adhered to by all parties involved in the admission process.
3.1 The Head of Department (HOD) of the Eastern Cape Department of Education is responsible for overseeing the admission process at Andrew Rabie High School. The HOD may delegate this responsibility to school officials.
3.2 The School Governing Body (SGB) of Andrew Rabie High School determines the school's admission policy in accordance with section 5(5) of the South African Schools Act, 1996. This policy must comply with the Constitution of the Republic of South Africa, the South African Schools Act, and relevant provincial laws.
3.3 The SGB must ensure that a copy of the school's admission policy is available to the HOD.
4.1 The admission policy and process at Andrew Rabie High School must not unfairly discriminate against any applicant.
4.2 Learners are admitted to the full school program, including academic, cultural, sporting, and social activities, regardless of their parents' ability to pay school fees or subscribe to the school's mission statement and code of conduct.
4.3 No learner may be denied access to the school or any of its programs due to a parent’s refusal to waive any claim for damages arising out of the learner's education.
5.1 Andrew Rabie High School does not administer any tests as a condition for admission.
A learner’s name will be removed from the school’s admission register under the following circumstances:
7.1 Parents must complete an application form for admission and provide:
7.2 If a birth certificate is not immediately available, conditional admission may be granted, with the requirement that the birth certificate be provided within three months.
8.1 Non-citizen learners must comply with the same admission requirements as South African citizens.
8.2 A learner who entered South Africa on a study permit must present the permit at the time of admission.
8.3 Illegal aliens must provide evidence that they have applied to the Department of Home Affairs to legalise their stay in South Africa.
9.1 Andrew Rabie High School is committed to accommodating learners with special education needs, where reasonably practical.
9.2 If the school is unable to provide the necessary support, the learner will be referred to the HOD for placement in a more suitable public school.
10.1 Learners will be admitted and placed in grades according to the age norms established by the government.
10.2 Exceptions to these norms may be made in cases where it is in the best educational interest of the learner.
11.1 The norm for repetition is one year per school phase, and multiple repetitions in a single grade are not permitted.
11.2 Learners are expected to progress with their age cohort, with support provided by the school, family, and peers.
12.1 Preference in admission will be given to learners residing within the feeder area, though learners outside the zone are not precluded from seeking admission.
Conclusion
The admission policy of Andrew Rabie High School is designed to promote equal access to education, ensure compliance with national and provincial regulations, and support the educational needs of all learners. The policy will be reviewed periodically to ensure its alignment with current educational standards and legal requirements.