Case Study: Curro equips learners with real-world accounting skills with Syft Analytics

Equipping South Africa’s future with the skills to grow businesses

Curro, an independent school network in South Africa, faced a challenge in updating its accounting curriculum for the digital era. The existing teaching methods were outdated, and previous accounting software had become ineffective, leaving a gap in preparing students for real-world accounting. Vendor Syft Analytics provided a solution through its software and Syft Campus online learning platform to bridge this gap.

Syft Analytics implemented a customized project for Curro's students, allowing them to apply accounting fundamentals on professional-grade software. The solution provided practical, real-world experience, successfully teaching digital skills and problem-solving. The project received formal approval from the IEB examination board and was praised for its customizability. The results included increased student engagement, valuable preparation for university and future careers, and plans to expand the Syft program to additional grades the following year.

Curro

Stephanie Hanwith-Horden

Accounting Teacher