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Student Stories: What an Outdoor Learning Experience Did for One Student

This Is What an Outdoor Learning Experience Did for One Student Every year, thousands of matric students in South Africa reach the end of school with the same uncomfortable feeling. They know what they love, but they have no idea what to do with it. For students looking for an outdoor learning experience in South […]

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Green economy careers are rising. Where will your child go?

Every year, Recycling Day gets people talking about bins, waste, and what we throw away. It’s a worthwhile conversation. But there’s a bigger one sitting just behind it, the economy, careers, and the kind of thinking the world is going to need more of in the years ahead. If you have a child who loves […]

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Recycling and conservation. Two sides of the same story.

Recycling Day in South Africa happens every year on 18 March. And every year, the message is the same. Sort your waste and protect the planet. But what if Recycling Day was actually about something much bigger than recycling? This simple habit you’ve had since primary school is actually the start of one of the […]

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Post Matric Options in South Africa: What Every Parent Should Know

“What will my child do after matric?” For many parents, this is one of the most important questions of the parenting journey. University capacity in South Africa is limited, and even when they do get a seat, another question should be: Is my child really ready? The year after Grade 12 shapes confidence, independence and […]

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Not Accepted Into University? What to Do Next

For many young people, the pressure of university starts long before matric results are released. Months before the school year ends, students are already expected to decide what to study, where to apply, and what they’ll do next year. When offers arrive, reality hits. For students not accepted into university, the experience can feel uncertain, […]

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A Matric Rewrite Is a Chance to Refocus

How AEL Helps Students Rewrite Maths and Physical Science While Gaining Clarity For many South African families, the weeks after matric results are a mix of relief, disappointment and difficult decisions. University places are limited, pressure is high, and for students whose maths or physical science marks fell just short, the idea of a matric […]

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