Overview
Badi Senior Secondary School is a public secondary school (Grades 8–12) located in Willowvale, Eastern Cape, South Africa. It currently enrols 572 learners and is staffed by 14 educators (a learner-to-educator ratio of approximately 41:1), and is officially classified as a no-fee school under Q2. It falls within the Amathole East education district and achieved a strong 2025 NSC matric pass rate of 89.0% (89 of 100 candidates).
Badi Senior Secondary School Matric Performance
Since 2023, Badi Senior Secondary School has declined, moving from a 94.1% pass rate to 89.0% in 2025, the most recent year, 100 learners sat the exam.
| Year | Wrote | Achieved | Pass rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 100 | 89 | 89.0% |
| 2024 | 65 | 63 | 96.9% |
| 2023 | 68 | 64 | 94.1% |
Source: 2025 NSC School Performance Report (DBE). Centre: Badi Senior Secondary School (4301002).
Subject pass rates
Badi Senior Secondary School offered 8 subjects at NSC level in 2025, achieving an overall subject pass rate of 91.0%. English (FAL) performed strongest at 100.0%, while Agricultural Sciences was the weakest at 71.7%. 1 subject recorded a 100% pass rate (English (FAL)).
| Subject | Wrote | Achieved | 2025 pass rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mathematics | 25 | 20 |
80.0%
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| Mathematical Literacy | 75 | 68 |
90.7%
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| Physical Sciences | 24 | 23 |
95.8%
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| Life Sciences | 100 | 90 |
90.0%
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| English (FAL) | 100 | 100 |
100.0%
|
| Geography | 47 | 43 |
91.5%
|
| History | 76 | 73 |
96.1%
|
| Agricultural Sciences | 53 | 38 |
71.7%
|
Benchmark against nearby schools
Compared with 12 other secondary schools in Willowvale.
Badi Senior Secondary School's 2025 pass rate is 8.3 percentage points above the average for comparable schools in the area.
School fees
Badi Senior Secondary School charges no tuition fees. Plan instead for uniforms, stationery and learner transport.
Public secondary school (Grades 8–12); fees regulated by the SA Schools Act.
Fee questions
How much are school fees at Badi Senior Secondary School for 2027?
Tuition at Badi Senior Secondary School for the 2027 academic year is R0; the school is officially classified as no-fee (Q2) by the Department of Basic Education in the Amathole East district. Parents may still need to cover uniform and stationery costs; phone 083 479 0480 for specifics.
Is Badi Senior Secondary School a no-fee school?
Yes, Badi Senior Secondary School is officially a no-fee school (Q2), recognised as such by the Department of Basic Education in the Amathole East district. No tuition is charged to any of its 572 learners.
What is the quintile of Badi Senior Secondary School and what does it mean for fees?
As a Q2 public secondary school (Grades 8–12) in the Amathole East district, Badi Senior Secondary School is funded entirely by the state under the no-fee policy applied to Quintiles 1 through 3.
How to apply
To enrol your child at Badi Senior Secondary School, families in Eastern Cape apply directly at the Badi Senior Secondary School school office. The exact Grade 8 (and other grade transfers) process in the Amathole East education district is summarised below.
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Confirm availability with Badi Senior Secondary School
Call 083 479 0480 to confirm whether Badi Senior Secondary School has open places for the year you're applying.
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Start the application
Collect the official application form from Xonyeni Aa, Willowvale, 5040 or download it from the Eastern Cape Department of Education website.
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Submit your documents
Submit the completed form and certified copies of all supporting documents to Badi Senior Secondary School during the school's published admission window.
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Pay any required deposits or fees
Badi Senior Secondary School is a no-fee school (Q2), so no tuition is payable. Budget for uniforms and stationery.
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Confirm placement and enrol
Wait for confirmation from Badi Senior Secondary School. If declined, you may appeal at the Amathole East district office under the Eastern Cape Department of Education.
- Certified copy of the learner's birth certificate or ID
- Certified copies of both parents'/guardians' South African IDs (or passport/permit for non-citizens)
- Proof of residence (utility bill not older than 3 months)
- Latest school report
- Immunisation card / clinic card (especially for Grade R / Grade 1)
- Most recent end-of-year report from the previous school
- Transfer letter from the previous school (for Grade 8+ transfers)
Admissions questions
How do I apply to Badi Senior Secondary School for the next school year?
To apply to Badi Senior Secondary School for the next academic year, collect and submit the application form directly at Badi Senior Secondary School. In the Eastern Cape, applications are made directly at the school office and confirmed by the district. For confirmation of available places, contact Badi Senior Secondary School via phone 083 479 0480.
What documents do I need to apply at Badi Senior Secondary School?
Badi Senior Secondary School requires the following documents for admission: • Certified copy of the learner's birth certificate or ID • Certified copies of both parents'/guardians' South African IDs (or passport/permit for non-citizens) • Proof of residence (utility bill not older than 3 months) • Latest school report • Immunisation card / clinic card (especially for Grade R / Grade 1) Contact Badi Senior Secondary School (phone 083 479 0480) for any school-specific requirements.