The IEB is a South African agency that independently assesses students from different client schools, mostly private institutions.
The agency sets examinations for the school-leavingNational Senior Certificate(NSC) on behalf of its clientcolleges.
The agencypromotes quality teachingand learning in South Africa by conducting an internationally comparable assessment process of integrity and innovation.
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Fully registered IEB schools have access to various professional development opportunities and assessments.
The agency is recognized internationally.
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In contrast, the Independent Examinations Board (IEB) operates independently although in line with CAPS.
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Both IEB and NSC are certified by UMALUSI.
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In terms of international recognition, the South African qualification is equivalent to the UK AS level.
This is because all students are exposed to the same curriculum.
8.14% qualified for admission to diploma studies while 1.51% achieved theirs at a higher certificate level.
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Nevertheless, those are not the onlyIEB schoolsin South Africa worth attending.
Several people have often asked, “is Curro a IEB school?”
Well, what Curro schools do isaccommodate learnersfrom three months old to Grade 12.
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At the end of Grade 12, they write the IEB examination.
The Independent Examinations Board (IEB) offers examinations for various client schools, especially private ones.
They set exams for the school-leaving National Senior Certificate.
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It guides teachers on what to teach and the requirements for assessment.
Any student who is eager enough can successfully sit for and pass the exam.
This post contains a comprehensive guide on how to go about it successfully.
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