The National Teaching Awards (NTAs) celebrate exceptional teaching and high levels of professionalism, providing an opportunity for the education community to recognise and honour the outstanding contributions of teachers. As part of this recognition, the Western Cape Education Department (WCED) proudly hosts the annual provincial awards ceremony, which serves as a precursor to the national NTA event.
An electronic version of the Nomination and Information Guide, including the nomination forms and qualifying criteria, is available through the link below. Please note, no printed copies will be provided to schools, and they are asked to download the documents directly from the following link: https://wcedonline.westerncape.gov.za/national-teaching-awards
All teachers, school governing bodies, and district officials are encouraged to submit nominations to their principals or center managers based on the criteria outlined in the Nomination and Information Guide.
Nominations can be made in the following categories (subject to change):
- Excellence in Grade R Teaching
- Excellence in Primary School Teaching (Grades 1–7)
- Excellence in Primary School Leadership
- Excellence in Secondary School Teaching (Grades 8–12)
- Excellence in Secondary School Leadership
- Excellence in Special Needs Teaching
- Excellence in Special Needs School Leadership
- Excellence in Teaching Mathematics (GET)
- Excellence in Teaching Mathematics (FET)
- Excellence in Teaching Natural Sciences
- Excellence in Teaching Physical Sciences
- Excellence in Technology – Enhanced Teaching and Learning
- Kader Asmal Lifetime Achievement Award