The first and most fundament pillar at any school is the academic one.

Here at Lorraine Primary, we are conscious of giving it its rightful place. 

We strive to maintain high academic standards and have many incentives in place for learners to reward academic excellence.

There are two Afrikaans and two English Gr R classes.  They follow the prescribed syllabus of the Eastern Cape Education Department and also do various fun-filled activities such as their annual Fun Walk, outing, puppet shows, concerts etc.

The Foundation Phase (Grade 1 to Grade 3), has three English and two Afrikaans classes in each grade. Learning Areas in this phase include Literacy (English, Afrikaans), Numeracy and Life Skills.

The Intermediate Phase (Grade 4 to Grade 6) and the Senior Phase (Grade 7) has three English and two Afrikaans classes per grade. The subjects taught are : English, Afrikaans, Mathematics, Natural Sciences, Technology, Social Sciences, Economic and Management Sciences, Life Orientation, Arts & Culture and Computer Literacy.

At present, there is also a Special Class for learners who are mildly intellectually impaired.

Parents are kept informed as to their children’s progress with termly reports and parents’ evenings, where they are free to discuss any problems with the teachers concerned. 

A remedial teacher and occupational therapist provide private lessons to learners who require their services. These lessons are given at school, during school hours.

Reading is continually encouraged and promoted. We have an excellent well-stocked Media Centre and learners are encouraged to take out books.

Our computer room is well-equiped with up-to-date computers.

Die eerste en mees fundamentele pilaar by enige skool is die akademiese pilaar.

Hier, by Laerskool Lorraine, is dit ons doelwit om dit sy regmatige plek te gee.

Ons strewe daarna om hoë akademiese standaarde te handhaaf en beloon leerders op verskeie maniere vir akademiese voortreflikheid.