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Holy Family College Student life

Early childhood development
Primary school
High school
Subject offerings
Community outreach
After school activity

Student life at Holy Family College starts at the age of 1, at our beautiful on-campus creche, and grows with your child through to Matric. On one beautiful campus, you will find a creche, pre-primary school, primary school and high school, with extensive sports and cultural facilities.

early childhood development

The importance of Early Childhood Development

Holy Family Pre-Primary provides care and education for children from the ages of 1 to 5 years old.  We understand that although not every parent wants to send their child to school at such a young age, for some this is unavoidable. So we have created an environment that is filled with all the love and attention that your child would receive if they were home with you.  It has been well-documented that these early years are the most important when it comes to the development of social competence, cognitive skills, emotional well-being, language and literacy skills, physical abilities, well-being in school and life resiliency.  And all of this is achieved through the play,  freedom and fun that happens every day at the Holy Family Pre-Primary. 

No child can learn on an empty stomach. As part of the HFC offering, all the children attending the Pre-Primary receive a full nutritional lunch to give them the energy they need for all that playing and learning. 

Holy Family College ECD
What makes HFC Visually Impaired Programme different?

The HFC programme for the visually impaired starts in the ECD phase of the school. Not only is this an indispensable opportunity for visually impaired children, it also helps the able-bodied children to respect and appreciate the challenges that come with that kind of diversity.  This opportunity to learn from one another is one of the most valuable aspects of the HFC Primary School. 

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Primary School

In the classroom

In Foundation Phase (Grades 1, 2 and 3) the foundations for literacy and numeracy are laid down as the children learn to read, write and perform basic mathematical functions.  The social, emotional and spiritual well-being of the child is of paramount importance and is developed through structured play and on-going contact with the teacher that helps them to develop the skills that they will need as the progress through school. 

Throughout Intersen Phase (Grades 4 – 7) learning is achieved through ensuring active participation in class which brings the developing child to an understanding of what it means to become responsible and accountable. There is constant recognition of individual excellence and positive praise and we offer much assistance, enrichment and academic support. 

21st Century teaching
Right from the ECD years, a love of stories and reading is promoted by all the teachers. While so much of education has changed in the past century, there is no greater gift we can give our children than the ability to read well and with understanding and insight. The rest of their education flows from this skill.
 
From Grade R the children at HFC are introduced to 21st Century teaching. Thinking Maps, Blooms, DEAR lessons as well as General Knowledge quizzes are incorporated into our curriculum. From Grade 1 the learners are involved in Computer lessons and are introduced to coding from the early grades. All of these activities are introduced at the foundation phase level so our children can begin to think critically and start to investigate, test, retry and learn perseverance whilst collaborating with their peers. From the Intersen Phase, learners have a daily DEAR and General Knowledge lesson and are involved in Project Based Research tasks from Grade 5 up. In Grade 6 and 7, our learners write the IEB examinations. Education is constantly evolving and as an IEB school, we strive to keep growing and learning all the time so that we can offer the best holistic education for the 21st Century child. 
Synergy

The continued extension and development of children’s abilities takes place through a range of co-curricular activities. Children’s creativity is stimulated with Art, Choir, Drama, Board Games, STEM, fine motor skills, Science Club, Computer Club and Public Speaking. Their physical abilities are developed through Soccer, Netball, Basketball, Swimming and ball skills. Optional additional paid extra murals include Ballet, Judo, Karate and Piano lessons. 

An additional aftercare facility is provided daily from 14h30 until 18h00.

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high school

Academic Vision

A Holy Family College education equips learners with the necessary skills, attitudes and values to thrive in a rapidly-changing, multicultural world. Our graduates are dynamic, resilient and able to use their time and talents to improve the lives of others. 

We are a community. Our work is rooted in the real world and driven forward by the ‘fierce urgency of now.’ Our approach to learning allows us to address issues and challenges that face the current generation while stimulating problem-solving, empathy and critical thinking skills.

We are acutely aware that modern high school learners face paralyzing pressure in the form of significant social expectations and hyperactive social media feeds. Without caring educators, there too often can seem little space for self-discovery and self-expression. We make it our mission to engage and support our learners to speak more, do more and confidently be themselves.

We meet learners as they are, and guide them to realise their own potential. We assist learners to drive the process of education in order to grow their independence, curiosity and confidence. Their energy and efforts allow them to discover their voice, shape their abilities and find expression in a world of competing ideas.

The Google educational platform equips us to hone learners’ digital skills and encourage active investigation, content creation, discovery and research. This digital journey enables our learners to leave the boundaries of the traditional classroom and engage in global learning communities. 

Our learners leave Holy Family College with memorable and valuable learning experiences. They are able to investigate, interrogate and question ideas and explanations that are offered in the wider world, moreover, they are able to reconstruct information and put it to use. 

Our graduates think independently. They speak with their own voice. They are unafraid to make choices and make an impact in their society.

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high school subject offerings

General Education and Training (GET)
Grade 7 - 9

arts & culture – dramatic arts

English – home language

isiZulu – first additional language

Afrikaans – first additional language

French – second additional language

Mathematics

Natural sciences – physical Sciences & life sciences

Human social sciences – geography & history

technology – it skills

Economic and Management Sciences – Business Studies and Accounting

life orientation

religion

 
Further Education and Training (FET)
Grade 10 - 12

Dramatic arts

English – home language

isiZulu – first additional language

Afrikaans – first additional language

French – second additional language

Mathematics or mathematical literacy

commerce – business studies & accounting

sciences – physical Sciences & life sciences

Human social sciences – geography & history

information technology 

life orientation

religion

 

Community outreach

“Faith without works is dead!”

Holy Family College is a Christian school. Every pupil in the high school must be involved in some form of community service. This Christian Outreach can be completed in a charity that works with people or animals; it can be at an old-age home; an orphanage; a children’s shelter; a woman’s rights group; a gay rights group; or any other human rights organisation; an environmental group such as Greenpeace or Earthlife.

Grade 8 and 9 pupils must complete twenty hours a year of Christian Outreach.

Grade 10, 11 and 12 pupils must complete thirty hours a year of Christian Outreach.

These hours must be recorded on a service sheet by a representative of the organisation at which the service was completed. The service sheet, obtained from the school, must be handed in and a record kept.

Staff are expected to lead by example by also being involved in community service.

 

After-school activity

At HFC we offer a comprehensive sports program that is tailored to the interests of our student body. We hope to offer sports that will challenge our learners, both physically and mentally, and that they embody the true spirt of what it means to be a team player, both on and off of the courts and fields. Our sporting programme runs twice a week in both schools.

We are proud to offer (open to both the junior and senior schools as learners participate by age group), and supported by our trained and professional coaches: 

JUNIOR & SENIOR SCHOOL

Sporting Extra-Mural Programme

At HFC we offer a comprehensive sports programme that is tailored to the interests of our student body. We hope to offer sports that will challenge our learners, both physically and mentally, and that they embody the true spirt of what it means to be a team player, both on and off of the courts and fields. Our sporting programme runs twice a week in both schools.

We are proud to offer (Open to both the junior and senior schools as learners participate by age group), and supported by our trained and professional coaches:

  • Basketball 
  • Athletics 
  • Cross Country 
  • Soccer 
  • Netball 
  • Swimming (at an additional fee) 
  • Bootcamp 
  • Chess 
JUNIOR SCHOOL

Cultural Extra-Mural Programme

The central focus of the cultural department at Holy Family College in the junior school is directed at learning through play. Students in Junior school in Grades 0-7 take part in cultural events in a compulsory fashion, Grades 0 - 4 as part of the Junior Cultural department and Grades 5-7 as part of the Senior Cultural programme. Learners are encouraged to choose a cultural field which they will attend twice a week and they can work towards achieving cultural awards, colours and honours at school.

Cultural Activities offered to the junior school will run on an interest cycle and learners can change their activity once a term.

Available activities include:

A young child-centred approach to Origami and creating intricate artworks made from paper and other sustainable materials.

Learners are invited to join the choir. HFC facilitates two learner driven Choir Groups. The junior choir open to Grades 4 & 5 and the Senior Choir open to grades 6 & 7.  To join the school Choir there is a primary audition at the start of the year.

The Choir performs at internal and external events, assemblies, and Mass celebrations.

Art & Drama is focused on fun, both inside and outside of the classroom. Lessons are focused on developing practical and creative skills. Art & Drama is an inclusive after school space where we can develop our talents for Arts and Performance.

Art & Drama is open to all members of the Junior School.

Joining the annual school play is subject to an audition and will run once a year, subject to interest.

Other activities include:

  • Debating & Public Speaking
  • Homework Supervision
  • Book Club
  • Eco Warriors
SENIOR SCHOOL

Cultural Extra-Mural Programme at Holy Family College

The central focus of the cultural department at Holy Family College is energizing the student body of HFC through the cultural portfolios at the school. Students in High school in Grades 8-10 take part in cultural events in a compulsory fashion, Grades 8 & 9 as part of the Junior Cultural department and 10, (and on a voluntary basis 11 & 12) as part of the Senior Cultural programme. Learners are encouraged to choose a cultural field which they will attend twice a week and they can work towards achieving cultural colours at school.

Mission

HFC Extra-Curricular Mission focuses on teaching and developing essential and key skills at the foundation of each cultural activity in such a way that learners are able to become self-sufficient in their skill set by the time that they reach the senior programme. We hope that through active and dedicated participation in a diverse and multifaceted cultural programme at the school that learners are able to identify talents and areas of personal interest to enrich their school life.

HFC Cultural Programme

In 2021 Holy Family College is proud to offer the following Cultural Activities Twice a week during the school Term. Cultural Activities offered to the Senior school will run on an interest cycle and learners can change their activity once a term.

HFC facilitates two learner-driven Marimba bands. The junior band open to Grades 8 & 9 and the two Senior Bands open to grades 10, 11 & 12 operating as Primary and reserve bands.

To join the Marimba band there is a primary audition at the start of the year.

The band performs at internal and external events, assemblies, and Mass celebrations.

HFC facilitates two learner-driven Choir Groups. The junior choir open to Grades 8 & 9 and the Senior Choir open to grades 10, 11 & 12.

To join the school Choir there is a primary audition at the start of the year.

The Choir performs at internal and external events, assemblies, and Mass celebrations.

HFC facilitates two primary public speaking teams as well as individual speakers. The junior public speaking teams are open to Grades 8 & 9 and the Senior team is open to grades 10, 11 & 12.

To join the Public speaking team, learners sign up at the beginning of the year and there is a primary skills analysis assessment.

Public speaking teams compete at internal and external events, festivals, and Eisteddfods.

HFC facilitates two primary debate teams. The junior debate team is open to Grades 8 & 9 and the Senior team is open to grades 10, 11 & 12.

To join the UN Debate team, learners sign up at the beginning of the year and there maybe there is a primary skills analysis assessment.

The UN Debate teams compete at internal and external events, festivals, and the annual Model UN UNIC Pretoria Competition.

HFC facilitates the annual play writing competition that showcases the behind the scenes and on-stage performance talent of the student body. Play texts are screened by a team of teachers to make sure that content is appropriate The event is run by the students, for the students. Learners elect directors who then hold auditions for cast and crew. Plays are written by the students and hoses compete against one another for the Houseplay cup.

HFC School Magazine Society is responsible for marking the day-to-day activities at the school via social media platforms and weekly newsletter. Learners work to improve their digital skills and creativity. Learners use Facebook, Instagram and digital publishing software.

HFC School Magazine Society is open to the student body from Grades 8-12

HFC HHS is responsible for raising funds to support the Quid Retribaum Room. This stockpile is maintained and managed by the learners, Learners raise funds to buy stock and funds go towards purchasing hygiene products that support vulnerable members of our school student body. Hygiene products include deodorants, toothpaste, soap and sanitary products. Learners who show leadership and dedication and a heart of service can earn colours for their service to the college and community service hours.

HFC HHS is open to the student body from Grades 8-12.

HFC MDC is responsible for raising funds to contribute towards the annual and much anticipated Matric Farewell Event. Social and fundraising events are managed by the learners and are facilitated and supported by teachers in charge. Learners raise funds to contribute towards décor and entertainment costs at the dance. The event is about sustainability and creating a memorable night for all involved. Learners who show leadership and dedication can earn colours for their service to the College.

Young Christian Students is a faith-based society that facilitates social and community enrichment-based events. This society is chaired by senior learners and is focused on enriching the school community. Learners who show leadership and dedication can earn colours for their service to the college.

Music at HFC covers various types of musical instruments as a means of expression. Different skilled teachers and external qualified instructors facilitate this activity. Learners do not participate in competitions as of yet. Guitar and Piano are both offered on the school campus at an additional fee.

HFC facilitates two learner driven Garage bands. The Garage band consists of skilled musicians in the student body that have access to their own instruments. These learners come together to supplement Mass celebrations. Learners can come together and play music with one another. The junior band open to Grades 8 & 9 and the two Senior Bands open to grades 10, 11 & 12 operating as Primary and reserve bands.

To join the Garage band, there is a primary audition at the start of the year.

The band performs at internal and external events, assemblies, and Mass celebrations.

Learners, both inside and outside of the science department, are welcome to join Science Expo. Here we conduct experiments that help us understand the world around us, and work towards creating sustainable and eco-friendly systems in our school and community environments. Learners work towards creating projects and practical’s to present at the annual ESKOM SCIENCE EXPO.

Science Expo is open to learners from grade 8-12 and is not dependent on taking life science and physics as academic subjects.

Learners, both inside and outside of the Arts department, are welcome to join Eisteddfod. Here we create, rehearse and perform monologues, prepared speeches, poems and prepared reading for internal and external competitions. Eisteddfod helps build public speaking skills, confidence and performance skills, relevant to both the educational and corporate environments. Learners work towards creating projects and practical’s to present at annual, inter-school speaking and performance festivals.

Eisteddfod is open to learners from grade 8-12 and is not dependent on taking Dramatic Arts as an academic subject.

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