NQF4 Matric Alternative

A flexible, personal path to a diploma the world recognizes.

Diversio pairs a curriculum your family will love with a fully recognized American High School Diploma — internationally recognized and accepted by South African universities. Real support, from real people who've walked this road too.

NQF 4Equivalent qualification
24Total credits to graduate
1Onboarding, all done for you
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Led by parents of neurodiverse kids — this is personal for us too.

Welcome

Home education, without the guesswork.

We help families build a stimulating, personalized learning environment — and handle the recognition, record-keeping, and academic rigor behind it, so you don't have to.

VALUES

The whole child, first

We value life, family, and an education that nurtures every part of a child — not just the transcript.

SUPPORT

Guided, not just graded

From onboarding to graduation, a dedicated consultant walks with your family at every stage.

CAREERS

A door that opens

A USAF-approved American High School Diploma, equivalent to NQF4 and accepted for South African university entry.

Your curriculum, your call

Bring what you love, or choose from the best.

Homeschooling should feel like yours. Whichever way you get there, it's backed by full recognition.

Keep what works

Bring Your Own Curriculum

Don't abandon the courses you already know and love. Our course-approval process is built specifically for homeschoolers, so your choice still earns full official recognition.

Transferring in Grades 10–12? Our EDP Credit Review looks at your child's previous coursework, projects, and work experience — verifying transcripts, proof of learning, and logged hours — to award credit toward their US High School Diploma.

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Choose our Superior Online Curriculum

With over 900+ selections across Core and Elective subjects, this easy-to-use, adaptable, and highly recognized curriculum takes the stress out of everything. Let your child work independently online, with Teacher Support for every subject.

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Where do you start?

Two paths in, one destination.

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Start with a conversation

Book an online consultation and we'll map out what a recognized path could look like for your family.

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Register with Diversio

Ready to go? Register your child's grade and get straight into building their Education Development Plan.

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How it works

Three steps to enrollment — and what it costs.

1

Register & build your EDP

Register your student and family on the Diversio Compass Portal and complete your Educational Development Plan.

2

Feedback meeting & 4-year plan

Attend a feedback meeting and complete your 4-year plan.

3

Complete enrollment

Pay your US Family and Diversio Administration Fees to complete enrollment.

Estimate — confirm exact figures with your consultant

Estimate your fees

Based on the final 2026/2027 Diversio Learning fee schedule.

Total due now (first payment)
R 16,300
Recurring fee + all once-off items selected below
Recurring fee
R 11,350
per year, Grade 12
Once-off & annual-flat
R 4,950
not split monthly
    Graduation requirements

    Every credit counts toward a strong future.

    24 credits in total — core academics build the foundation, wellness and enrichment round out a capable, well-rounded student.

    Core subjects

    • English 4 credits
    • Mathematics 4 credits
    • Science 3 credits
    • Social Study 3 credits
    • Foreign Language 2 credits

    Wellness & enrichment

    • Wellness 2 credits
    • Enrichment 6 credits
    • Community Service 20 hours
    Total credits to graduate24

    Families pursuing the NQF4 Degree/Exemption path (for university entry requiring exemption) require a minimum of 26 credits, with higher Math, Science, and Foreign Language totals. Your consultant will confirm the right path for your child.

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    Home School Blueprint (K/R–12)

    Printable planning sheets for every phase — Elementary, Middle School, and High School — plus full course suggestions by grade, so you always know exactly what's next.

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    “Our team's understanding of diverse learning isn't just professional — it's deeply personal.”

    Our leaders are parents of neurodiverse children themselves, and have guided students with a wide range of needs through Diversio and on to successful tertiary study.

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    Why families choose Diversio

    Support without giving up control.

    We start with data, not guesswork

    Diagnostic and international benchmark assessments give you a clear, objective baseline of your child's academic standing.

    An online portal is your command center

    Clear guides, rubrics, and logs. You submit work and track progress — we handle the grade reporting.

    Guided onboarding, done for you

    Forms prepared, documents filed, and a personal onboarding guide built for your family.

    A credible evaluation system

    Every grade earned feeds a permanent, professional transcript — ready to open doors locally and abroad.

    Trusted & recognized

    Recognized by the institutions that matter

    Diplomas issued through Highlands Prep · Recognition from Universities South Africa & SAQA · Member of ACSI · In compliance with CollegeBoard & NCAA · Approved by the Tennessee Department of Education (LEA #240, School ID #9980) · Accredited by MSA through transfer to Highlands Glen Academy

    Universities South Africa
    SAQA
    ACSI
    CollegeBoard
    NCAA
    Tennessee Department of Education
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    MSA-CESS Accreditation
    Highlands Glen Academy
    Highlands Prep
    Universities South Africa
    SAQA
    ACSI
    CollegeBoard
    NCAA
    Tennessee Department of Education
    The Great Seal of the State of Tennessee
    MSA-CESS Accreditation
    Highlands Glen Academy
    Highlands Prep
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