CAPS stands for Curriculum and Assessment Policy Statement. It's a single, comprehensive policy document used in South African schools from Grade R to Grade 12. CAPS provides detailed guidance for both teaching and assessment in all approved subjects.
What CAPS replaced
- Subject and Learning Area Statements
- Learning Programme Guidelines
- Subject Assessment Guidelines
What CAPS includes
- Curriculum content: Clear guidance on what to teach in each subject and grade
- Assessment guidance: Instructions on both school-based and formal exam assessments
- Programme requirements: Number of subjects learners must take and promotion criteria
- National assessment protocols: Standardised recording and reporting across schools
How CAPS supports education
- Ensures uniform and structured teaching throughout the country
- Helps teachers plan lessons clearly and follow a term-by-term outline
- Promotes fair, consistent assessments across schools
- Incorporates social justice, inclusivity, and constitutional values into the curriculum
Where to find CAPS documents
National CAPS documents (Grades R–12) are available under the Curriculum section on the Department of Basic Education website.
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