Impaq learner crowned SACAI’s top national candidate for 2025
SACAI’s top National Senior Certificate (NSC) candidate for 2025 is an Impaq learner, as confirmed at a recent awards ceremony held at SACAI’s offices in Pretoria East. The announcement caps a strong year for Impaq, which reports 558 distinctions (up from 490 in 2024), 767 bachelor passes (up from 661), and 1 430 total passes (up from 1 205).
Impaq’s top learner for 2025, Georgia Anne Constanti, who has led her grade since 2023 (Grade 10) – earned an average of 92.29% across seven subjects:
- Business Studies: 98%
- Mathematics: 96%
- Afrikaans First Additional Language: 95%
- Life Orientation: 93%
- Computer Applications Technology: 91%
- English Home Language: 88%
- Life Sciences: 85%
Educators involved in her preparation described a “calm execution” approach built on short, predictable study blocks, early use of rubrics, and routine practice under exam-style conditions.
SACAI administers NSC exams for homeschoolers and distance learners, and Constanti was awarded several accolades at their recent award ceremony:
- Best Overall Candidate Average
- Best in Business Studies (98%)
- Best in Computer Applications Technology (91%)
- Best in English Home Language (88%)
Two other Impaq matriculants, Dylan Case and Yoosuf Ramith, were also acknowledged for achieving six distinctions each.
“Parents ask two questions of any pathway – is it credible and is it structured? The results we’ve seen this year answer both,” said Louise Schoonwinkel, Managing Director at Optimi Schooling, of which Impaq is a registered trademark.
Schoonwinkel added that routine, rather than last-minute cramming, remains the most consistent differentiator. “The strongest performers make exam conditions feel familiar: they practise under time, review memos for how marks are earned, and escalate early when concepts don’t land,” she said. “Those habits translate directly into final-year outcomes.”
Impaq’s subject-level distinctions were led by Mathematical Literacy (210), Life Orientation (113) and Tourism (67), with further distinctions in Afrikaans First Additional Language (41), Visual Arts (23), Business Studies (21), Computer Applications Technology (12), Mathematics (10) and English Home Language (7). The provider’s internal top-10 list for learner averages ranged from 81.14% to 92.29%.
Schoonwinkel said families select home or online schooling options for varied reasons – logistics, high-performance sport, health considerations or a preference for a quieter learning environment – but the academic bar remains the same. “Recognition and rigour matter. We align to national standards, moderate assessments and keep reporting transparent. With those pillars in place, learners can plan their week, meet deliverables, and build confidence.”
With the new academic year underway, Impaq holds that learners should remain focused on performing well in key subjects for tertiary admission, as well as predictable pacing. “Start with the routine,” Schoonwinkel said. “A visible timetable, credible assessment checkpoints and calm daily execution give learners the best chance to meet their goals – whichever post-school path they choose.”
Website: www.impaq.co.za