In today’s rapidly changing global environment, a sound understanding of the world around us, how we interact with it and how it interacts with us, is an ever increasing issue of importance. Everywhere you look, every newspaper you read and just about every advert you see has the environment in mind. The leading issue on the global agenda is that of climate change. Yes this is an extremely broad topic and one that could fill up the Geography curriculum from grade 1 to grade 12 twice over, however what it does do is simply highlight the importance of Geography.

As the world evolves so do our perceptions and ideals. What was perceived to be inappropriate 50 years ago is readily accepted as normal behavior today. Social history allows us to track the past and interact with those decision makers, from decades ago, who have shaped the world we live in. It is a fascinating subject which encompasses all that it means to be human!

IT focuses on activities that deal with the solution of problems through logical thinking, Information Management and Communication. It also focuses on the development of databases using Microsoft Office Access as the development tool. The subject develops awareness and an understanding of the social, economic and other implications of using computers. Boys taking IT must enjoy both working on a computer and solving problems. It sets them up for life with a skill that will enable them to cope in the world of technology, but is definitely of benefit to boys wanting to study a B Comm with the Business Information Systems OR Engineering (all disciplines) at Tertiary level.

CAT is the effective use of information and communication technologies in an end-user computer applications environment in different sectors of society through MS-Office. CAT equips learners with knowledge, skills, values and attitudes to create, design and communicate information in different electronic formats. It’s a great “life skill” subject since we are in the age of computers and learners will be equipped with marketable skills to cope in an information society. Boys must enjoy working on a computer and be prepared to have fun whilst learning the course. All Tertiary courses require the transfer of end-user applications knowledge and skills that CAT offers.

It teaches analytical and critical thinking. You cannot learn Accounting parrot-fashion or you will fail. It requires learners to not just take in information but also to understand it and manipulate it to a given situation. It also makes it very easy for someone to enter a business environment after school. Financial statements, ledgers and any sort of financial document will be instantly understandable by you. There are also some very good career prospects in Accounting with companies like Grant Thornton and KPMG snapping up promising students straight out of high school and financing their studies.

Welcome to the world of Business Studies. Business Studies is a dynamic subject that can applied to real world use. We aim to equip our learners with skills that they can apply after school to the business world. This is extremely beneficial in a South African context as SMME’s make up a large part of the South African economy. If South Africa is to feature in the global economy it will be through the hard work of entrepreneurs, which is what we will teach your son to become.

This area covers a broad spectrum of South African art and cultural practices. The areas of Arts and Culture are an integral part of life, embracing the spiritual, material, intellectual and emotional aspects of human endeavours within society. Culture expresses itself through the Arts and through lifestyles, behaviour patterns, heritage, knowledge and belief systems. Cultures are not static – they have histories and contexts, and they change, especially when in contact with other cultures. We believe that every learner should possess the necessary skills to reflect on paper what they feel inside about life or anything else.

Advanced Programme Mathematics is offered at Parktown Boys’ High School as an additional IEB subject. This prepares our learners to study further in Mathematics, Engineering and other Scientific disciplines.

Engineering Graphics and Design (EGD) is a subject focused on the graphical solution to problems and requirements experienced in the modern age. From designing components for mechanical systems to developing aesthetically pleasing house plans, the student will learn how to tackle both large and small solutions via the technological process. This course will provide a strong foundation for university and industrial career paths, such as Engineering, Draughting and Architecture, as well as the Physical Sciences and related fields.