How it works

Find out more about online school with Teneo and how we unlock your child’s full
ability and achieve better results.

Teneo student learning online

Online school
at a glance

How does online school work?

It all happens online and in the comfort of home – giving your child the flexibility to learn their way, from expert teachers, with the advantage of rewatching recorded lessons, any time.

Grades

We offer quality online schooling from Grade R to matric, in English and Afrikaans.

  • IconPre-primary (Grade R)
  • IconPrimary school (Grade 1 to 7)
  • IconHigh school (Grade 8 to 12)
  • IconBritish International (Years 8 - 9, Int. GCSE & AS Levels)

Curriculums

For Grade R to 9, we follow the South African CAPS curriculum, just like any top independent school.

From Grade 10, we offer the SACAI and IEB examination boards, through which learners can matriculate with a National Senior Certificate.

We also offer the British International curriculum from Year 8 (Grade 8) through to AS levels (Grade 12 equivalent).

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Did you know?

We are the only online school in SA to have successful matrics for both the SACAI and IEB exam boards.

Subjects

We offer 23 subjects – giving you more subject variety than any other online school! From Grade R to 12, in English and Afrikaans, across two curriculums.

School formats

Want the interaction of an online classroom setting? Prefer to learn from only pre-recorded lessons? Maybe you’ll thrive from having the best of both? Which ever school format you choose, you’ll be taught by expert teachers and geared to get better results in a way that works for you.

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Examinations

All learners from Grade 4 to 12 write examinations online, via our learning platform. Only Grade 12 students write in-person examinations – these are matric finals, written at external venues closest to where you live.

Good to know

All students receive an academic report at the end of each term.
How we support you

How we support you

Academic support

Our 200-strong team of expert teachers, subject specialists and academic leaders are here to support you from day one until you matriculate.

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Technical support

Our technical support crew is ready to provide answers to all your questions and solve any technical issues you may encounter, all day, in real-time.

Examination support

Our examination support team is always on standby to provide virtual, face-to-face assistance during tests and examinations.

Your role as a parent

Your role as a parent

Responsibilities

The best outcomes happen when you play an active part in your child’s schooling. Like nurturing and inspiring confidence, but also making sure your child shows up for class/lessons, and submits classwork and assessments on time.

High School English Teacher Mandi

Supporting your child

You’ll be guided every step of the way on your learning journey through parent-teacher collaboration, real-time data and feedback, and full support, helping you to empower your child to achieve their academic best.

Pre-Primary Teacher Mache

Good to know

Our Parent App puts you in control of your child’s schooling:
  • View timetables, due dates, and exam calendars
  • Track class attendance, marks and results
  • Get feedback on your child’s performance

Connecting with teachers

You can reach out to your child’s teachers about anything, at any time. You’ll also be invited to teacher/parent meetings at the end of every term. Our teachers will also reach out to you if your child needs support to stay on track, and we will automatically schedule additional academic support classes to help your child achieve their best.

What to expect at Teneo

What to expect at Teneo

A dynamic learning environment

An exciting, immersive school experience awaits. Expect interactive teacher-led lessons, real-time feedback in live classrooms, and access to live-taught lessons and learning content, 24/7.

Quality teaching

We employ over 200 qualified, SACE-registered teachers, who are passionate about supporting every learner to achieve better results.

Learn your way

Have horse riding first thing? Prefer to attend class at 11am? No problem. You’ll have a daily timetable that works for you and lesson recordings and learning material accessible any time.

There’s place for everyone

At Teneo, everyone gets in! You’ll always be accepted and placed in the correct grade based on your previous school report. Our learning platform and formats are designed to suit diverse learning styles, abilities and barriers.

A safe, supportive environment

Our school is a secure online environment, free from bullying and discrimination, bolstered by privacy protections, safe communication channels, and real-time support.

What you need

What you need

Computer requirements

You’ll need a Windows or Apple device released in 2021 or later with webcam and minimum 4GB RAM and 128GB storage. And backup power with a minimum capacity to sustain computer and internet connection for 4 hours without Eskom power.

Textbooks and stationery

Most of our subject content lives on our learning platform, but some subjects require textbooks. You’ll find these on our textbook lists, which you’ll receive – along with a list of stationery – after enrolment.

Still not sure about online school?

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