The Western Cape Department of Education (WCED) is investigating the possible leak of a Business Studies Grade 12 trial exam paper.
On Monday, a Cape Town learner posted on social media alleging the paper had to be abruptly changed before pupils wrote the exam.
“Our principal told us that the business paper was leaked and it had to be changed in 90 minutes. Another paper had to be printed,” he said.
Matric learners across the country are currency writing their September trial exams ahead of the final National Senior Certificate (NSC) November exams.
Spokesperson for Education MEC David Maynier, Kerry Mauchline said: “We are aware of a social media post referring to a leaked exam paper, and we are investigating this.
“There is no province-wide paper for the matric trial exams.
“When a district uses a common paper for more than one school, they have a backup paper in case of any allegations of leaks.
“A back up paper was used in this instance given reports of a possible content leak.
“No leak occurred at the school attended by the learner who made the video, but the school did write the alternate paper.
“It is always better to be safe than sorry when allegations regarding leaks occur.”
Mauchline said with about 39 days to go before the final exams, the department has pulled out all the stops to support Grade 12 learners.
“Our annual matric support booklet has been delivered to schools for over 60 000 candidates, and contains past papers in high enrolment subjects, the exam timetable, study tips, post-matric advice, and pass requirements.”
Learners struggling with pressure and other challenges can contact Safe Schools Hotline at 0800 45 46 47 toll free.
Cape Times