Traverton

Traverton – pioneers lead in curriculum change

The realization that the traditional school classroom, curriculum content, and examination style are not perfectly suited to real-life learning and the acquisition of skills is not a new one.

Many schools recognise this, but may not have the flexibility, time, energy or resources to do something about it. The pressure to teach to the exam places a significant pressure on schools to stick to more ‘traditional’ ways of teaching.

 At Treverton, they are using a three-pronged approach to try to mitigate this situation as much as possible; the practical application of theory, the teaching of real-life practical skills, imparting sustainable practices in all areas of life and learning.

Although much in its infancy, their redeveloped curriculum has the fortitude to being built on a foundation of “pioneership.” Treverton’s rich history in being a leader in innovative education began in the 1970s when they were one of the pioneers of Outdoor Education in South Africa.

Their move into readdressing the manner in which their curriculum is taught and caught, has been received with great positivity and engagement by their students and parents. Treverton stands on a history of excellence in education and individualized care, which has established them for a future that is coloured with diversity, faith and success.