The number of school days the final term have. Image: iStock
School calendar: How many days does the FINAL term have?
The final term of the school year is not just the end of a chapter but the beginning of new opportunities.
The number of school days the final term have. Image: iStock
As students across the country prepare to embark on the final term of the school year, there is a palpable sense of anticipation in the air.
The reopening of schools for this crucial term not only signifies a step towards a brighter future but also serves as a moment for reflection on the incredible resilience displayed by students, parents, and educators in the face of adversity.
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Number of school days the final term have?
The final term of the academic year typically spans 47 days, and for the year 2023, it marks the countdown to the end of the school year.
“In South Africa, the academic calendar is divided into two clusters: the Inland cluster, which includes Free State, Gauteng, Limpopo, Mpumalanga, and North West, and the Coastal cluster, encompassing Eastern Cape, KwaZulu-Natal, Northern Cape, and Western Cape. Each cluster follows a similar schedule but with slight variations in term dates.”
Department of Basic Education
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For the Inland cluster, the term dates for the 2023 school year are as follows:
- Term 1: 11 January – 24 March
- Term 2: 12 April – 23 June
- Term 3: 18 July – 29 September
- Term 4: 10 October – 13 December
On the other hand, the Coastal cluster adheres to the following term dates for 2023:
- Term 1: 18 January – 31 March
- Term 2: 12 April – 23 June
- Term 3: 18 July – 29 September
- Term 4: 10 October – 13 December
The final term
As students and educators embark on this final term, they carry with them the experiences and lessons learned throughout the year.
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The final term of the school year is not just the end of a chapter but the beginning of new opportunities.
It’s a reminder that education is a powerful tool for shaping the future, and these students are on the path to making a positive impact on society.
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