Overview
Boitumelong Secondary School is a public secondary school (Grades 8–12) located in Kempton Park, Kempton Park, Gauteng, South Africa. It currently enrols 2,254 learners and is staffed by 63 educators (a learner-to-educator ratio of approximately 36:1), and is officially classified as a no-fee school under Q4. It falls within the Ekurhuleni North education district and achieved a moderate 2025 NSC matric pass rate of 74.6% (293 of 393 candidates).
Boitumelong Secondary School Matric Performance
Since 2023, Boitumelong Secondary School has improved, moving from a 70.5% pass rate to 74.6% in 2025, the most recent year, 393 learners sat the exam.
| Year | Wrote | Achieved | Pass rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 393 | 293 | 74.6% |
| 2024 | 231 | 181 | 78.4% |
| 2023 | 271 | 191 | 70.5% |
Source: 2025 NSC School Performance Report (DBE). Centre: BOITUMELONG SECONDARY SCHOOL (8260620).
Subject pass rates
Boitumelong Secondary School offered 10 subjects at NSC level in 2025, achieving an overall subject pass rate of 78.8%. English (FAL) performed strongest at 100.0%, while Mathematics was the weakest at 42.7%. 1 subject recorded a 100% pass rate (English (FAL)). 2 subjects fell below a 60% pass rate (Mathematics, Accounting).
| Subject | Wrote | Achieved | 2025 pass rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mathematics | 150 | 64 |
42.7%
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| Mathematical Literacy | 244 | 208 |
85.2%
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| Physical Sciences | 112 | 84 |
75.0%
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| Life Sciences | 265 | 177 |
66.8%
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| English (FAL) | 393 | 393 |
100.0%
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| Accounting | 47 | 28 |
59.6%
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| Business Studies | 105 | 78 |
74.3%
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| Economics | 88 | 55 |
62.5%
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| Geography | 248 | 221 |
89.1%
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| History | 153 | 114 |
74.5%
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Benchmark against nearby schools
Compared with 12 other secondary schools in Kempton Park.
Boitumelong Secondary School's 2025 pass rate is 15.4 percentage points below the average for comparable schools in the area.
School fees
Boitumelong Secondary School charges no tuition fees. Plan instead for uniforms, stationery, transport and outings.
Public secondary school (Grades 8–12); fees regulated by the SA Schools Act.
Fee questions
How much are school fees at Boitumelong Secondary School for 2027?
Tuition at Boitumelong Secondary School for the 2027 academic year is R0; the school is officially classified as no-fee (Q4) by the Department of Basic Education in the Ekurhuleni North district. Parents may still need to cover uniform and stationery costs; phone 010 020 1533 for specifics.
Is Boitumelong Secondary School a no-fee school?
Yes, Boitumelong Secondary School is officially a no-fee school (Q4), recognised as such by the Department of Basic Education in the Ekurhuleni North district. No tuition is charged to any of its 2,254 learners.
What is the quintile of Boitumelong Secondary School and what does it mean for fees?
Boitumelong Secondary School sits in Quintile 4, the second-highest funding band. Q4 schools serve moderately-resourced communities and are permitted to charge SGB-approved school fees alongside their state subsidy.
How to apply
Boitumelong Secondary School accepts applications via the GDE Online Admissions online system, with confirmation handled by Boitumelong Secondary School in the Ekurhuleni North education district. The steps and documents required for Grade 8 (and other grade transfers) are detailed below.
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Confirm availability with Boitumelong Secondary School
Call 010 020 1533 to confirm whether Boitumelong Secondary School has open places for the year you're applying.
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Start the application
Register on the GDE Online Admissions portal when applications open and select Boitumelong Secondary School as a preferred school.
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Submit your documents
Upload all required documents to the GDE Online Admissions portal before the published cut-off and keep your reference number.
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Pay any required deposits or fees
Boitumelong Secondary School is a no-fee school (Q4), so no tuition is payable. Budget for uniforms and stationery.
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Confirm placement and enrol
Check your GDE Online Admissions dashboard for the placement outcome. If accepted, complete on-site registration at Boitumelong Secondary School.
- 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 Boitumelong Secondary School for the next school year?
To apply to Boitumelong Secondary School for the next academic year, register on the GDE Online Admissions portal during the official admission window and select Boitumelong Secondary School as a preferred school. GDE Online Admissions for Grade 1 and Grade 8 typically opens around July of the preceding year. For confirmation of available places, contact Boitumelong Secondary School via phone 010 020 1533.
What documents do I need to apply at Boitumelong Secondary School?
Boitumelong 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 Boitumelong Secondary School (phone 010 020 1533) for any school-specific requirements and to verify what must be uploaded to the GDE Online Admissions.