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Learner Spotlight
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In this inspiring learner-written piece, Alexa Christen Joseph (Grade 10) offers a personal glimpse into how her environment has empowered her to turn passion into achievement, highlighting the value of an education that supports both academic and personal growth.

Online Schooling
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Today our Matric class of 2025 received their results from our examination body, SACAI. We are proud of the achievements of the class of 2025.

General
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UCT Online High School is aware of the press briefing televised by Umalusi on Wednesday, 15 October 2025, and wishes to clarify the ambiguity regarding online schools.

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Online Schooling
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Online schooling is a new and growing dimension of education and — correctly — many guardians have questions and concerns before committing their learners to an online school. We welcome both the public interest in the education that we offer at UCT Online High School, and questions from current and potential parents, guardians and learners.

Learner Spotlight
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Learn all about how UCT OHS learner Kulani is able to schedule her school work around her demanding dance training, all thanks to online learning.

Study Skills
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With the end-of-year examinations just around the corner for high school learners across the country, it is not uncommon for adolescents to talk more about feeling stressed or anxious during this time of the year. Coping during exam season is difficult but stress isn’t always bad!

Learner Spotlight
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Discover how online learning has paved the way for Isra’s advocacy for climate justice and helped her spread awareness about climate change.

Learner Spotlight
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Learn about how online learning with UCT Online High School has enabled Amber to pursue her passion for cycling while keeping up with her school work.

Learner Spotlight
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Learn about how the personalised pacing of online learning has helped UCT OHS learner Zara achieve new heights with both her gymnastics training and school work.