Subject: Reassurance on Koa Academy’s Accreditation

Subject: Reassurance on Koa Academy’s Accreditation

Good morning Koa Academy Team,

I hope you're all doing well.

A recent news article has raised concerns about bogus online schools and their accreditation status in South Africa. You can view the article here: 🔗 https://search.app/5KdHy

As a parent with a child starting home education with Koa Academy in 2026, I’ve taken time to research this topic thoroughly. Should other parents raise questions, here’s what I’ve personally confirmed:

✅ Koa Academy is registered with the IEB, a respected private assessment body that sets and administers the NSC exams for Grade 12 learners. ✅ The IEB is accredited by Umalusi, which means the NSC qualification earned through Koa is officially recognized within the South African education system. ✅ For Grades 4–9, Koa operates under the home education model. Parents must register their children with the Department of Basic Education (DBE), and Koa provides guidance and support throughout this process. ✅ Koa Academy is not listed on Umalusi’s database, but its partnership with the IEB ensures learners receive a Umalusi-accredited matric certificate. This is a standard arrangement among reputable online schools in South Africa.

For families planning their child’s academic journey with Koa, this means their matric qualification will be fully recognized, and the school’s support structure will help them navigate DBE registration with confidence.

These details align with what parents are told during introductory meetings with Mark Anderson and the Koa Academy team, so there’s no cause for concern.

Please feel free to share this message with any parents who may be worried after seeing the article. I’m also happy to speak with prospective families who’d appreciate hearing from another parent.