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You may choose from our subjects

Our subjects are more than just academic; they equip you with essential life skills and disciplines. In our institution, you'll begin exploring these choices in Grade 10. Choose a direction that aligns with your passions and goals, and discover a path that's right for you.

physical Science

Discover the forces that shape our world — from atoms to galaxies, from motion to energy. A subject that sparks curiosity and builds future innovators.

Mathematics

The language of logic, problem-solving, and possibility. Building sharp minds, confident thinkers, and future leaders.

Life Sciences

Explore the wonders of living systems — from cells to ecosystems. A journey into the blueprint of life itself.

Information Technology

Step into the digital world — coding, problem-solving, and innovation. Shaping creators of tomorrow’s technology.

Agricultural Sciences

Uncover the science of food, farming, and sustainability. Growing knowledge that feeds communities and the future.

Accounting

The art of numbers, strategy, and precision. Turning balance sheets into the language of business success.

Mathematics Literacy

Practical mathematics for real-life decisions — from finances to problem-solving. Skills that add up to everyday confidence.

Business Studies

The world of enterprise, leadership, and innovation. Shaping sharp minds ready to drive success and opportunity.

English Home Language

The power of words, stories, and expression. Opening doors to communication, creativity, and global connection.

Xhosa Home Language

Celebrating identity, culture, and expression. A subject that strengthens roots while shaping confident voices.

Afrikaans

A language of connection, culture, and creativity. Opening minds to new perspectives and understanding.

Life Orientation

Guiding values, choices, and personal growth. Building balanced, resilient, and future-ready individuals.

Did you know?

  • Vela offers coding and robotics to learners from grade 4 to grade 9. Information Technology from grade 10 to grade 12. 
  • At Vela learners in grade 4 to grade 6 learn 3 languages, i.e. Xhosa First Additional Language, English Home Language, and Afrikaans First Additional Language. With the freedom to continue with any 2 of the learners liking after.


Subject Choices

With our wide range of subjects, you can choose one of the following options to meet the eight-subject requirement for each student. This applies to students from Grade 10 to Grade 12.

  • Physics or Tourism
  • Mathematics or Mathematics Literacy
  • Information Technology or Geography or Agricultural Science
  • Afrikaans or Xhosa

Frequently asked questions

Our personal philosophy and the identity of the school. It is in our blood that no learner should ever finish school with inadequate skills, unable to tackle life, and struggle even to keep themselves alive. We build personal relationships with our learners to fully understand the neuroplasticity of each and every of our learners. This allows us to develop teaching strategies that cater for each and every of them.

Excellence is not an act, excellence is our identity. Our pass rate testifies: since 2019 we have had 100% pass rate, to top that off in 2024 we got 94% of the 100% pass being bachelors. We do not just teach school work. We inspire the learners to excel and impart our excellence to the learners.