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SACCE (South African Christ-Centric Education): Nurturing Minds and Hearts for Homeschool Learners

SACCE is a comprehensive, graded and carefully curated Christian curriculum designed specifically for South African homeschool students. Built upon the national Curriculum and Assessment Policy Statement (CAPS), SACCE provides a robust academic foundation while subtly integrating a conservative Christian worldview. This curriculum aims to nurture not only intellectual growth but Read more…

By Kervin Mathumbu, 1 monthApril 3, 2025 ago

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Easy Peasy and South African Christ-Centric Education (SACCE) Compared: A Different Approach to Homeschooling

Homeschooling is a journey, and like any journey, having the right map essentially makes all the difference. When it comes to choosing a Christ-centred curriculum, the sheer number of options available may feel overwhelming. For example, within the free or low-cost Christian curriculum space, the decision might be between Easy Read more…

By Kervin Mathumbu, 2 monthsMarch 7, 2025 ago

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The two local Christian schools we encountered

Our somewhat sad homeschooling journey, began in 2017 when our firstborn turned 5 and was thought to be statutorily due for school the following year. As a conservative Christian couple, the said event found us already making conscious efforts towards a conducive godly-upbringing environment for him and his then 3 Read more…

By Kervin Mathumbu, 3 monthsFebruary 17, 2025 ago

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Homeschooling True Story: Essential Legal Tips for Christian Families in South Africa

I here aim to share 11 legal aspects that became very pronounced from our sad encounter with government officials (from both the DSD and the DBE) around our ‘homeschooling unregistered’ allegation from June 2022. An allegation that continued to be held up even after we had been allowed a chance Read more…

By Kervin Mathumbu, 3 monthsFebruary 17, 2025 ago

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Why we need a Christian curriculum

I here wish to discuss some example aspects relating particularly to South African public school Curriculum that clearly point out the need for Christians to foster and use a dedicated Christian Curriculum. Yes, any spiritually candid eye can see that South African governance is still void of the Christian faith. Read more…

By Kervin Mathumbu, 3 monthsFebruary 12, 2025 ago