| Pionier Boys' School | |
|---|---|
| Location | |
Windhoek Khomas Namibia | |
| Information | |
| Type | Government School |
| Motto | ALTUM TETE (Aim High) |
| Opened | 1955 |
| Superintendent | Mr. F. Mungunda |
| Principal | Mr. Ochel Van Wyk |
| Color(s) | Blue, yellow, white |
Pionier Boys' School[edit]
Pionier Boys' School is situated in Dorado Park,Windhoek.[1]. The school flies both the school flag and the Namibian flag. Schools are grouped in circuits and this school belongs to circuit 4. Teachers of schools which belong to the same circuit meet on a regular basis and discuss issues of concern. [2] Pionier is one of seven special schools which cater for learners with (special needs)learning difficulties in Namibia.[3] In Windhoek there are only two schools which cater for learners with learning difficulties, namely Eros Girls school and Pionier Boys' School. The are 400 learners and 36 teachers at the school.[4] Other schools cater for specific learning difficulties such as hearing and visual impairments. [5]
One or two learners of the school are selected each year to serve on the Junior council of the City of Windhoek..[6]
History[edit]
Principals of the school
- Dr. J.H.S. Oosthuizen 1955-1960
- Mr. J. J. Vos 1960-1973
- Mr. A. J. Venter 1975-1977
- Mr. F. J. N. Steyn 1979-1980
- Mr. J. H. Swiegers 1981-1985
- Mr. Niewoudt
- Mr. Cloete
- Mr. Linde - 2001
- Mr. B. Eiseb 2001 - 2006
- Mr. O. Van wyk 2006 - currently
Management[edit]
- Mr. O. Van Wyk Principal
- Mrs. A. Sacco Head of department Langauges
- Mrs. G. Laborn Head of department Mathematics and Sciences
- Mr. R. Mohrmann Head of department Technical Subjects
- Mr. J. Meyer Head of department Technical Subjects
Premises[edit]
The school is situated behind Jan Mohr Secondary school in Hydra street, Dorado Park.[7]
Education[edit]
The school school makes use of a three in one system, namely Special education, Mainstream education and Technical education. English is used as a medium of instruction.
Subjects Offered[edit]
Junior Grades[edit]
Special Education
Special Grade 6 to special Grade 8
- Afrikaans Second Language
- English Second Langauge
- Craft and Technology
- Mathematics
- Natural Science and Health Education
- Social Studies
- Orientation (only Special Grade 8)
Mainstream Grades[edit]
Grade 8 - 10
- Afrikaans Second Language
- Agriculture
- English Second Langauge
- Entrepreneurship
- History
- Geography
- Life Science
- Physical Science
- Mathematics
Technical Grades[edit]
Special Grade 9 - Level 1
- Afrikaans Second Language
- Building Science
- English Second Langauge
- Mathematics
- Enginneering Science
- Engineering Drawing
Optional subjects
- Bricklaying
- Plumbing
- Panelbeating and Spraypainting
- Motor Mechanics
- Sheet Metalwork
- Woodwork
Sport[edit]
Pionier Boys' School learners compete in various sports such as Athletics, Rugby, Soccer and Chess.
References[edit]
- ^ http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_schools_in_Namibia
- ^ http://www.raison.com.na/school_maps/khomas_school_map.pdf
- ^ http://www.open.ac.uk/inclusiveteaching/pages/understanding-and-awareness/what-are-specific-learning-difficulties.php
- ^ http://www.arc.org.na/home.php?pn=khomas_schools
- ^ http://www.natron.net/clash/main.html
- ^ http://www.windhoekcc.org.na/Repository/Community%20Development/Junior%20Council.pdf
- ^ http://http://www.map-of-namibia.com/windhoekmaps/windhoekmap-e.html.pdf