ADMISSIONS
Enrolment at The Aspeling Academic Hub
The Aspeling Academic Hub accepts applications throughout the year. As a small, specialist Home-Schooling institution, we thoroughly assess each applicant to ensure we can meet their individual educational needs.
Eligibility Criteria
- Applicants must have average or above-average cognitive ability.
- A Psychoeducational Assessment by an Educational Psychologist is required, outlining the nature and extent of learning difficulties.
- The Aspeling Academic Hub does not accept learners with primary behavioural problems that may hinder their own progress or disrupt others.
- The Aspeling Academic Hub assists academically struggling learners, as well ADHD and dyslexic learners.
General Admissions Procedure
Step 1: Submit Documents
Applicants must submit:
- A current Psychoeducational Evaluation and any other specialist reports. (only for ADHD and dyslexia)
- Recent school reports
- Certified copies of parents/guardians' ID documents
- A completed application form
Step 2: Interview & Tour
- Based on the documents, an interview with the Head of Department may be arranged.
- A tour will be provided.
- An observation period may be scheduled.
Step 3: Observation Period
- A once-off fee of R2,000 covers two assessment tests, which help us determine each learner’s current academic level and support needs.
- The learner will be observed over 5 full school days.
- No written feedback is provided to parents/guardians.
- Admission is based on both formal assessment results and teacher observations during this time.
Note: Admission requirements may vary depending on the learner's individual needs.
Our Classroom Environment and Academic Support
At Aspeling Academic Hub, we maintain small class sizes of 10 to 16 learners per classroom, ensuring individual attention and tailored support. This structure allows our educators to focus more effectively on learners who may require additional assistance.
We are committed to inclusive and supportive education, which is why each classroom is staffed with two teachers—a lead educator and an assistant teacher. This allows us to provide the right level of guidance and engagement for learners with various academic needs.
Academic Support and Holiday Programmes
To further support our learners, we offer extra classes and intervention sessions during school holidays online as part of our dedicated holiday programme. These sessions are designed to reinforce concepts, improve academic confidence, and prepare learners thoroughly for assessments.
No Textbooks – A Skills-Based Approach
The Aspeling Academic Hub embraces a textbook-free learning environment. Instead, we focus on developing strong writing and critical thinking skills. Learners receive printed lesson plans that are structured to build a solid foundation and prepare them thoroughly for exams.
Focus on Reading for Understanding
A key part of our academic strategy is a strong focus on reading and comprehension. We believe that learners who read with understanding perform significantly better in their studies and in exams. Our teaching approach nurtures these essential skills daily.
Inclusive Exam Support
For learners facing learning difficulties, we provide scribes during examination sessions to ensure they are assessed fairly and according to their capabilities. This support helps reduce anxiety and fosters a more equitable academic experience.
All-Inclusive Hub Fees
Our Hub fees are comprehensive and include:
- All extramural activities
- Extra academic lessons
- Holiday intervention sessions
At Aspeling Academic Hub, we are dedicated to equipping every learner with the tools to succeed academically and personally.ols to succeed academically and personally.