This will be a trying time for them, as the outcome of these important exams will determine their future plans for the years to come.
“We have this year registered a total of 101 265 full-time candidates and 42 382 part-time candidates who will be writing their exams in 928 centres across all our 15 districts in Gauteng,” says Phumla Sekhonyane, spokesperson for the Gauteng Department of Education.
Sekhonyane adds that they have appointed 8 090 markers and 4 789 invigilators in 11 marking centres across the province.
Preparations to ensure that these exams run smoothly can be a huge logistical nightmare.
“We, however, want to assure the people of Gauteng that we are ready as a province and it will be all systems go come October 27, when the exams commence.
“We have also done everything possible to ensure that our learners have been given the best possible chance to do well in these exams.”
She says that they have Walk-in Camps in the Johannesburg and Ekurhuleni areas that will accommodate 40 327 learners in 108 sites.
Matric revision camps have been running since the beginning of the year during Saturdays and school holidays to sustain the improved Grade12 performance over the past years.
As part of measures to support learners during this period, the department has a standing agreement with Child Line, to assist learners who find themselves in stressful situations as a result of pressure they might experience from these exams.
Learners may phone Child Line on 0800 055 555 for counselling assistance.
“We are determined to continuously improve the quality of public education in Gauteng and build an education system that can compete internationally.”
The results of these exams will be released on January 6 at schools.
“It will provide a clear indication on how the department is doing, as we aim to compete on an international scale, especially in maths, science and technology.
“We wish all our Grade 12 learners the best of luck and assure them that they have our full support.
“We are saying to them: when combining inspiration and hard work, the reward is always fulfilling.” – @CarmenBoksburg
