Lessons are delivered via the Canvas App and include: Detailed instructions Educational videos Fun quizzes Hands-on projects Learners can upload project work to the Canvas App for record-keeping and feedback. Your child can progress at their own pace. We also offer weekly parent support every Friday at 9AM (South Africa time) to help you guide your child effectively.

Priming – Saintsburg

Ages 11-13 ‎ ‎ · ‎ ‎ 7 Subjects ‎ ‎ · ‎ ‎ STEAM Design

Learning is a mission

Build the Brain. Prepare for International GCSE.

If International GCSE already feels daunting, Priming is where the pressure comes off. These aren’t the exam years yet. They’re the years your child learns how to think, how to learn and how to become a capable student.

INSPIRED BY THE FINNISH APPROACH

In real life, subjects aren't separate.

Real life rarely fits neatly into one subject at a time — maths, science, language and creativity often work together.

Inspired by the Finnish approach, every Priming term begins with a real challenge that brings subjects together. Children see how ideas connect and build on one another.

Because connected learning makes more sense — and what makes sense is easier to remember.

WHAT MAKES PRIMING DIFFERENT

Everything a strong start needs.

Every part of Priming is built around one simple idea: children learn best when they’re curious, when they discover for themselves, and when learning connects. Here’s what that looks like in practice — and what it means for your family.

A real mission every week
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Each term centres on a real-world challenge where subjects work together to solve one meaningful mission — helping children see how ideas connect instead of learning them in isolation.
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Hands-on, not hand-copied
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Experiments, challenges and building projects come first, while written work stays purposeful. Children discover ideas by doing — making learning easier to understand and remember.
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The thinking skills they’ll need later

Mind-mapping, question analysis, critical thinking and independent learning are built from the start — giving children the habits they’ll need to become capable, efficient students.
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A gentle on-ramp to International GCSE

Keep the freedom of homeschooling while giving your child early, low-pressure exposure to how International GCSE works — so when high school arrives, it feels familiar rather than daunting.

A LOOK INSIDE DUB ACADEMY

One mission. Making theory come Alive

ONE CONNECTED WORLD

Every subject, told as
one story

Taught big-picture first, so your child sees how it all fits together.

MIC · Modular Introductory Course

Try eight subjects before you have to choose

Your child moves through eight real environments - each one teaching the skills the next base needs.

DUBBS PROJECT: NEW WORLD

Eight bases.
One mission to Mars.

Your child move through eight real environments - each one teaching the skills the next base needs.

YEAR 1

YEAR 2

Eclectic Add-Ons

On joining Saintsburg, you unlock full access to the following top-tier learning platforms—ready to use at your family’s unique pace, with zero added pressure.

CHILDREN’S E-LIBRARY

SECOND-LANGUAGE SEEDLINGS

BUILT FOR YOUR FAMILY

Choose Your Learning Path.

This course is available online with Live interactive lessons or in an Own-Paced format.

Live Classes

Live, interactive lessons Monday to Thursday, 8am-12pm - the academic core: English, Maths and a science each day. Your afternoons stay yours, for reading, reasoning and the softer subjects best done at home with you.

(MIC -entry-level Computer Science, Geography and History - runs as an own-paced extra.)

A quick enrollment step first, so we can place your child in the right class.

Own-Paced

Prefer full freedom? You guide your child through the same beautifully-prepared course at whatever pace suits your family - no timetable, no rush. Mornings, evenings or weekends; race ahead or linger where it clicks.

The structure is done for you; the schedule is yours.
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Pay online and begin the same day — no waiting, no application.

READY?

The mission to Mars is boarding

Not sure which plan fits? Watch a sample lesson to see it in action, or talk to us and we'll help you choose.

Questions? We'd love to talk you through it.

Let's answer your questions

FAQ's

What is Priming?

Priming is a complete, brain-friendly homeschooling programme for children aged 12-13. You can choose to completely homeschool your child off-line at own pace or join live online classes where expert tutors will guide your child in subjects that may feel overwhelming to you.

Is the Priming programme designed to prepare students for International GCSE or other academic pathways?

Yes! Our programme is built on the content of the International GCSE. We do more than prepare them for this exam board. We build a solid foundation for you to move to any curriculum of your choice.

What devices do I need?

You’ll need a tablet, laptop, or desktop computer, along with a reliable internet connection and an ink tank colour printer.

Can parents track progress?

Yes! You’ll receive answer memos to help track your child’s learning. We can mark the work for you or you can use the memos we provide. You have access to a parent app where you can continuously keep track of your child's progress.

How does marking work?

The Canvas course awards children for effort put in and learning from their mistakes. Depending on your package, either our expert tutors will mark the work or you can mark using the memos provided.

Does my child need a report?

No. The exam boards do not require a report or transcripts for your child to enrol for the international GCSE's.

Can we request a report should we choose to go back to traditional schooling?

Yes, at an additional fee we can create an official report for you.

How do lessons work?

Lessons are delivered via the Canvas App and include:

Your child can progress at their own pace. We also offer weekly parent support every Friday at 9AM (South Africa time) to help you guide your child effectively.