OSM: Add-on: Non-DoE Formula Support Plan

OSM: Add-on: Non-DoE Formula Support Plan

The Non-DoE Formula Support Plan lets your school ask OSM to activate promotion formulas for Non-DOE subjects and tasks, based on your school’s own weighting structure per term. It is an add-on that works alongside your CAPS Promotion Formula Plan, for schools that manage subjects outside the official Department of Education requirements.

What this product means for your school

This product allows schools to request that OSM activate promotion formulas for Non-DOE subjects and tasks, based on the school’s own weighting structure per term.

These subjects and tasks will not export to SA-SAMS, but they will still appear on learner report cards.

This plan works together with the OSM Add-on: Non-DoE Curriculum Support Plan, as tasks must first be created before promotion formulas can be configured correctly.

What OSM is responsible for

  • Communicating with the school to obtain the required information for formula setup

  • Setting up Non-DOE subject promotion formulas on the system

  • Making minor adjustments if requested by the school

Important note

The school must have a CAPS Promotion Formula Plan in place to qualify for this setup. This is an add-on product.

Frequently asked questions

What are Non-DOE subjects?

These are subjects or learning areas that fall outside the official DOE (Department of Education) requirements but are still managed internally by the school.

Will these subjects appear on SA-SAMS?

No. Non-DOE subjects and tasks will not export to SA-SAMS, but they will still be visible on learner report cards.

Why do we need the Non-DoE Curriculum Support Plan as well?

Promotion formulas rely on correctly structured tasks and assessments. The Non-DoE Curriculum Support Plan ensures these tasks are created first.

Can OSM create the tasks for us?

Only if the school is also on the Add-on: Non-DoE Curriculum Support Plan. In that case, OSM can create the tasks and assessments.

What happens if our weighting changes during the year?

The school must notify OSM. Minor updates can be applied, depending on system structure and timing.

Last updated: June 2026  |  Version 0.9

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