What grading system is used?

An Adult Matric learner’s achievement in Adult Matric is reported by using the standard system in the CAPS curriculum. All final marks will be reported in percentages. A corresponding rating and level of competence are obtained using the following system:

100 - 80% - Outstanding achievement - 7

79 - 70% - Meritorious achievement - 6

69 - 60% - Substantial achievement - 5

59 - 50% - Adequate achievement - 4

49 - 40% - Moderate achievement - 3

39 - 30% - Elementary achievement - 2

29 - 0% - Not achieved - 1