South African EdTech · CAPS & IEB Aligned
STEM education
that actually works
Thirteen browser-based learning tools for Grade 8–12 — plus Robotics from Grade 4. No installs. No IT tickets. Just learning.
The Magic Labthemagiclab.co.za · ruhan@themagiclab.co.za
The problem
South African students deserve better tools
Existing IT and mathematics resources are outdated, expensive, or built for other countries. Students paste code from YouTube. Teachers battle software installs. No one measures what's actually learned.
1 in 4
Reach 50% in Matric Maths
The threshold most universities require for STEM degrees — the pipeline narrows years before Matric.
10 seconds
From link to running Java
No installation, no JVM, no IT tickets — on a phone or a shared family laptop.
R45/learner
Accessible entry price
Per term, for every tool on the platform.
"My learners have to install Java on 30 different computers before we can even start the first lesson."
The Magic Lab runs entirely in the browser. Zero installation, zero IT tickets — students are coding in 10 seconds on a school Chromebook, a phone, or a family laptop.
The platform
Thirteen tools. One platform. One login.
Each tool is purpose-built for the South African curriculum — Grade 8–12, plus Robotics from Grade 4. Students use the same account across all of them.
12
Learning tools live
Gr 8–12
Full curriculum span
15
XP levels to earn
27
Badges to unlock
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The platform — 1 of 2
Coding, robotics & mathematics
Grade 10–12
Code Conjurer
Full Java OOP for IEB/CAPS FET IT — classes, arrays, algorithms, exceptions.
Grade 8–12
Robot Realm
Simulate robots in a 2D arena — motors, sensors, line-following, no hardware.
Grade 8–9
The Tech Tower
CAPS Technology hands-on — structures, mechanics, hydraulics, circuits.
Grade 8–12
Math Magician
Algebra to calculus, with worked examples and practice sets.
Grade 4–9
Spike Spellcaster
Code a real LEGO® SPIKE Prime in Python or blocks, over Bluetooth.
Grade 8–12
Science Sage
Natural, Life & Physical Sciences experiments and CAPS content.
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The platform — 2 of 2
Design, literacy & AI
Grade 9–12
Model Mage
Parametric CAD in the browser, powered by OpenCascade.
Grade 8–9
Web Wizard
Live HTML & CSS editor with instant preview.
Grade 10–12 · Preview
Drawing Druid
Engineering Graphics & Design — animated cam & loci simulator.
Grade 8–10
Computer Codex
Digital literacy, Office skills, and an AI & ethics unit.
Grade 8–9
Java Genie
Turtle graphics and loops — real Java from lesson one.
Grade 8–12
AI Oracle
How AI works, prompt craft, and ethical AI use — for every learner.
Every grade
Time Turner
Weekly time-management planner — plan the week, then print it.
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Platform features
Not just content — a complete learning system
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The Arena — Live Quiz Battles
Real-time, Kahoot-style competition on lesson content. Teachers launch a round from their dashboard; students join in seconds with a code — speed and accuracy both count.
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Assignments & Homework
Teachers set assignments straight from the lesson catalogue — students get a homework reminder until it's done.
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Daily Streaks
One lesson a day maintains a streak. A weekly grace period prevents discouragement.
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27 Badges
Achievements for milestones, streaks, quiz mastery, and exploration across the platform.
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4 Challenge Types
Beyond multiple choice: fill-in-the-blank, spot-the-bug, arrange-the-blocks, predict-the-output.
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Progress Dashboard
Every student gets a profile: XP, a 10-week heatmap, per-tool progress, and earned badges.
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Curriculum coverage
Built for CAPS and IEB — not retrofitted
Coding — C&R → FET IT
Gr 4–9 — Spike Spellcaster, Robot Realm
Gr 8–9 — Java Genie
Gr 10–12 — Code Conjurer (full OOP)
Web & Digital Literacy
Gr 8–9 — Web Wizard (HTML/CSS)
Windows, Word & Excel
Gr 11–12 CAT/IT — Computer Codex
Mathematics
Gr 8 — Algebra & Number Systems
Gr 10 — Functions & Finance
Gr 11–12 — Calculus & Statistics
Science & Technology
Gr 8–9 — Science Sage (Natural Sciences)
Gr 10–12 — Life & Physical Sciences
Gr 8–9 — The Tech Tower
AI & 3D / Platform
AI Oracle — AI literacy & ethics unit
Model Mage — parametric CAD
XP, levels & 27 badges
Teacher & School Tools
Teacher dashboard
Class management
Assignment setting & homework reminders
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Why students come back
A 5-year progression system
The XP ceiling of 65,000 is calibrated so Grand Master requires genuine dedication across all five school years — while early levels are achievable in weeks.
LV 1
Apprentice
0 XP
LV 2
Coder
150 XP
LV 4
Builder
800 XP
LV 7
Conjurer
4,000 XP
LV 10
Enchanter
15,000 XP
LV 15
Grand Master
65,000 XP
XP is earned, never lost
Rebalancing only ever adjusts thresholds upward — students never lose earned progress.
Encouragement, not punishment
A missed streak invites a restart. One automatic weekly grace period.
Pilot-friendly design
Level thresholds live in one config object — rebalancing needs no data migration.
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"Every South African student, regardless of school fees or geography, should have access to world-class STEM education that meets them exactly where they are."
— Ruhan Janse van Rensburg, Founder
What's been built & what's next
Roadmap
✓ Phase 1–3
Platform, AI layer & gamification engine
Core tools, Supabase auth, premium redesign, XP/levels/badges, streaks, player dashboard.
✓ Phase 4
Curriculum breadth & teacher dashboard
Math Gr 8–12, Science Sage, Robot Realm, AI Oracle. Teacher dashboard with class management shipped.
► Now
New tools & pilot preparation
The Tech Tower, Spike Spellcaster, and Drawing Druid launched — 13 tools live. Assignments, homework reminders, and The Arena (live Kahoot-style quiz battles) shipped. Preparing for pilot.
→ Next
School pilot & teacher tools
Pilot with partner schools. Parent progress reports, class leaderboards.
2027
Scale & new subjects
Physical Science tool, Afrikaans support, mobile app, provincial partnerships.
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Pricing
Accessible at every level
R45 per learner or teacher per term, with a free 30-day trial on every new account. Designed so cost is never the reason a student can't access quality STEM education.
Per Learner/Teacher
R45 / learner / term
Curriculum-aligned coverage with teacher oversight — free for the first 30 days.
✓All 13 learning tools
✓AI Oracle literacy course
✓Teacher dashboard
✓Assignment setting
School Packages
Enquire
For schools or districts wanting a tailored rollout.
✓Everything in Per Learner/Teacher
✓District analytics
✓Dedicated support
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Ready to bring The Magic Lab to your school?
Whether you're a teacher curious about a trial, a principal considering a pilot, or an investor looking at EdTech — let's have a conversation.
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✉️ Get in touch
ruhan@themagiclab.co.za · themagiclab.co.za