Parent Guides
Free, practical guides to help you support your child from Grade 1 to matric
Your Complete Parent Knowledge Base
Navigating the South African school system can feel overwhelming ā especially when the curriculum changes between phases and your child faces new challenges each year. Our Parent Guides break down exactly what your child will learn at each grade level, the most common challenges they will face, and practical steps you can take at home to support their success.
Grade Guides
Everything you need to know about each grade level in South Africa
Subject Guides
Practical tips for helping your child with each subject
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Common Questions About Our Parent Guides
The iRainbow Parent Guides are free, comprehensive resources designed specifically for South African parents. They cover what your child will learn at each grade level, how to support them with specific subjects, and practical tips for navigating the South African school system from Grade 1 to matric.
Yes. All grade guides and subject guides are based on the CAPS (Curriculum and Assessment Policy Statement) curriculum used in South African public schools. We also cover IEB-specific requirements for parents whose children attend independent schools.
Each guide provides practical, actionable advice: what topics your child will cover, common challenges at each grade level, study tips, exam preparation strategies, and when to seek additional help. Combined with iRainbow video lessons, these guides give you a complete support system for your child's education.
No. The Parent Guides are completely free to read. However, many guides reference iRainbow video lessons and exercises as recommended tools for supporting your child. An iRainbow subscription gives your child access to 15,000+ video lessons across all subjects and grades.