We want to keep you in the know! Below, you will find a collection of articles about online schooling, news specifically from Koa Academy and education in general in South Africa.
Building a Future Through Structure, Problem-Solving, and Practical Experience Mia Stuart is part of Koa’s Class of 2025, and she’s already building real momentum in
As more families explore alternatives to traditional schooling, online schooling has become a compelling option. Once parents understand accreditation and curriculum options, the next question
As online schooling becomes an increasingly popular option, one question consistently rises to the top for families: how do we know the school we choose
Online schooling is becoming an increasingly popular option for families seeking greater flexibility and a learning experience that adapts to individual needs. For some families,
Every family’s needs look a little different – and flexible online schooling makes it possible to shape education around what matters most to your family.
Schooling from home can take many forms. Teacher-led online schooling offers one option where families combine flexibility with expert teaching and daily interaction. Students learn
As home-based education grows in popularity, one of the biggest questions parents face is how accreditation works – and whether traditional homeschooling and online schooling
Enrolling your child in an online high school can feel like a big step, but the process is often simpler than parents expect. Whether you’re
High school years are some of the most important in a student’s life – shaping not only their academic results but also their readiness for
One of the biggest considerations for parents is how their child will settle into online schooling – will they stay motivated, connect with teachers and
Parents often ask themselves: Could online schooling work for our family? The truth is, every child is different, and the right learning environment depends on
Parents today face more schooling options than ever before. One that’s growing in popularity is online schooling – but what does it actually mean, and
Traditional schooling organises the day around a timetable. At Koa, we organise learning around your child. That idea sits at the heart of what we
What is the Entrepreneurship Challenge? A great business doesn’t start with a logo or a pitch deck. It starts with noticing something real: a product
Parents often wonder: What exactly is the IEB? And is an IEB qualification completed online, through a registered school, as credible as attending a physical
Finding Confidence and Choosing Your Own Path Layha Mahomed is a proud member of Koa’s Matric Class of 2024 and joined Koa in 2022 as
If you’ve opened a newspaper, scrolled through LinkedIn, or frankly, just existed in the last two years, you’ve heard about Artificial Intelligence (AI). It’s in
One of the most common questions parents ask about online school is: “But will my child still make friends?” At Koa Academy, we know the
Thriving After Koa: Prepared for University and Life Kyra Bennie, Class of 2023, joined Koa in his final year after moving from a mainstream school.
Thriving After Koa: Real-World Skills in Action Tamisha Sinan, Class of 2024, initially wasn’t sure online learning was for her, but at Koa, she discovered
At Koa Academy, we’re passionate about turning ideas into action. Our 2025 Online Entrepreneurship Challenge, an engaging, real-world project offered in both English and Afrikaans
When families consider online schooling, one of the first questions that comes up is online safety. Parents want to know: How do I know my
Most parents are looking for safe school environments where their children can learn and thrive. But for many, the expectations go beyond academic scores and
For many South African families, a university qualification remains a top aspiration. But the reality is challenging: limited university spaces, high dropout rates, and many
Parents and students in South Africa face an important decision in Grade 9; matric subject choices!
What do Simone Biles, Albert Einstein, Maya Angelou and Tim Burton have in common? If your answer is incredible success in their chosen field, you’d be correct.
As a principal, I have conversations with parents all the time, and these conversations often reveal to me underlying desires – the things that as parents we really want for our kids at school.
For the longest time, education systems have changed at the proverbial glacial pace. And the longer our schooling systems remain stagnant, the more pressure there is for the industry…
All throughout history people have been trying to get somewhere. Trying to improve and move things forward. From fashion to transport and even schooling, things are constantly evolving and changing.
When I ask you to describe a creative person, who comes to mind? It could be someone like Majozi – talented musician and songwriter. There’s no doubt that he oozes creativity!
“I am not an Athenian or a Greek, but a citizen of the world.” ― Socrates. That has never been more true than today. When we talk about ‘global citizenship’, we are referring to the idea that we all live on Earth
Exams don’t have to mean stress and “exam fever”- they can become milestones that your child feels ready to tackle with confidence. At Koa Academy,
Education is such a crucial aspect of child development, and a traditional approach to school choice has long been the norm. Lately, we are seeing rapid changes in the educational landscape
In South Africa, learners following the CAPS curriculum achieve their Matric qualifications (National Senior Certificate – NSC) either through writing the assessments of the Department of Basic Education (DBE) or the Independent Examinations Board (IEB).
We are bombarded by stories about teens and children caught up in cyberbullying, suicide ideation and even sextortion and trafficking.
What drives a person to succeed in the face of challenges? What makes someone like Sean achieve what many of us would think of as impossible?
This hot topic has got many people polarised. Parents, teachers, learners and policy makers are scrambling… and for good reason!
As a principal, I’m always fascinated by the contents of my inbox. During certain parts of the year, I get a sudden influx of emails…
Online schooling is ALL ABOUT accountability. We’ve seen several other online learning models crash because they assume that kids and teens are able to learn either in very large groups or completely alone…
A lot of parents get that wide-eyed, helpless look when they talk about their children being on social media. We constantly feel behind the times!
As a fellow school principal, I feel that it is important to join the conversation triggered by a report from some South African school leaders which was the topic of a series of articles
We have new neighbours who recently moved in – I’ll call them Sash and Malik. My wife and I bumped into them outside their house and we got chatting.
Faure is the Head of Merchandising, Promotions, & Catalogue at Takealot. He is responsible for onsite marketing, product merchandising, and promotional campaigns, ensuring customers have a seamless and engaging shopping experience. He has been at Takealot for over six years, helping bring e-commerce to millions of South Africans.
Before that, he worked at a tech start-up developing proof-of-concept grocery shopping and payment apps and began his career as an investment analyst, gaining a strong foundation in business understanding and financial modelling.
Sandras is the founder and CEO of Pranary. With his expertise in entrepreneurship, innovation, and tech education, he helps business leaders unlock new potential with AI. He is building a pan-African institute for practical tech and business education.
With global experience across 50+ countries, he has worked with entrepreneurs, led gender-lens investing initiatives, and lectured at top universities. Sandras has also shared stages with tech leaders, including Facebook and Asana co-founder Dustin Moskovitz and YouTube co-founder Steve Chen.
Sasha Knott, an EY winning woman, is the Global CEO of Crystal AI and the CEO of Job Crystal. A visionary in the recruitment space, she is revolutionising hiring by integrating AI and technology to make recruitment faster, smarter and more effective. She co-founded Job Crystal to help businesses find top talent efficiently and led the development of Crystal AI, an AI-driven recruiter transforming the hiring landscape.
Majozi, Koa’s Head of Arts and Culture, is an award-winning South African musician. He rose to prominence in 2013 when he released his first EP, ‘Marvelous Light’. The track went to number 9 on the South African iTunes chart and resulted in him being signed with Universal Music South Africa. He has worked with internationally acclaimed artists such as The Lumineers and Mango Groove.
