2023 Programme Requirements, Progression Guidelines & Promotion Requirements for Gr. R - 12

The following definitions of progression, promotion and condonation appear in the Government Gazette 36041: Regulations pertaining to the National Curriculum Statement Grades R to 12:

"Promotion" means the movement of a learner from one grade to the next when the learner meets the minimum required level of achievement per subject in a grade, as well as complying with the promotion requirements for Grades 7-11 as outlined in the policy document: National Policy Pertaining to the Programme and Promotion Requirements of the NCS Grades R to 12.

"Progression" means the advancement of a learner from one grade to the next, excluding Grade R, despite the learner not having complied with all the promotion requirements (Grades 7-11). Progression must be used to prevent a learner from being retained in a phase for a period exceeding four years, provided that the underperformance of the learner in the previous grade is addressed. Progression for Grades 1-6 learners within the appropriate age cohort should be the accepted norm, unless the learner displays a lack of competence to cope with the following grade’s work. A learner who is not ready to perform at the next level, should be assessed to determine the level of support required.

"Condonation" means the relaxation of promotion requirements as outlined in paragraph 29(1)(b) of the policy document, National Policy Pertaining to the Programme and Promotion Requirements of the NCS Grades R to 12.