Overview
Botse-Botse Secondary School is a public secondary school (Grades 8–12) located in Soshanguve, Pretoria, Gauteng, South Africa. It currently enrols 1,575 learners and is staffed by 49 educators (a learner-to-educator ratio of approximately 32:1), and is officially classified as a no-fee school under Q4. It falls within the Tshwane North education district and achieved an excellent 2025 NSC matric pass rate of 95.1% (270 of 284 candidates).
Botse-Botse Secondary School Matric Performance
Botse-Botse Secondary School's NSC pass rate has improved over the past 3 years, from 88.3% in 2023 to 95.1% in 2025 (284 candidates writing in 2025).
| Year | Wrote | Achieved | Pass rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 284 | 270 | 95.1% |
| 2024 | 197 | 195 | 99.0% |
| 2023 | 248 | 219 | 88.3% |
Source: 2025 NSC School Performance Report (DBE). Centre: BOTSE-BOTSE SECONDARY (8240580).
Subject pass rates
Botse-Botse Secondary School offered 10 subjects at NSC level in 2025, achieving an overall subject pass rate of 94.1%. English (FAL) performed strongest at 100.0%, while Business Studies was the weakest at 85.4%. 1 subject recorded a 100% pass rate (English (FAL)).
| Subject | Wrote | Achieved | 2025 pass rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mathematics | 66 | 58 |
87.9%
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| Mathematical Literacy | 219 | 197 |
90.0%
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| Physical Sciences | 60 | 54 |
90.0%
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| Life Sciences | 70 | 65 |
92.9%
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| English (FAL) | 285 | 285 |
100.0%
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| Accounting | 34 | 32 |
94.1%
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| Business Studies | 89 | 76 |
85.4%
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| Economics | 34 | 32 |
94.1%
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| Geography | 196 | 188 |
95.9%
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| History | 159 | 154 |
96.9%
|
Benchmark against nearby schools
Compared with 35 other secondary schools in Soshanguve.
Botse-Botse Secondary School's 2025 pass rate is 7.2 percentage points above the average for comparable schools in the area.
School fees
Botse-Botse 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 Botse-Botse Secondary School for 2027?
Botse-Botse Secondary School is a no-fee public secondary school (Grades 8–12) in Soshanguve, Soshanguve, Gauteng, so parents pay no tuition fees for 2027. All 1,575 enrolled learners attend at no charge. Budget instead for uniforms, stationery and transport. For voluntary contributions or admission fees, phone 012 798 4748.
Is Botse-Botse Secondary School a no-fee school?
Botse-Botse Secondary School is classified no-fee under Q4 and forms part of the state-funded schools serving Soshanguve, Soshanguve, Gauteng. Parents pay no tuition fees.
What is the quintile of Botse-Botse Secondary School and what does it mean for fees?
Botse-Botse 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
Applications to Botse-Botse Secondary School for Grade 8 (and other grade transfers) are submitted via the GDE Online Admissions online system, with confirmation handled by Botse-Botse Secondary School in the Tshwane North education district. Below is the step-by-step process specific to Gauteng.
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Confirm availability with Botse-Botse Secondary School
Call 012 798 4748 to confirm whether Botse-Botse 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 Botse-Botse 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
Botse-Botse 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 Botse-Botse 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 Botse-Botse Secondary School for the next school year?
Botse-Botse Secondary School processes applications online via the GDE Online Admissions. GDE Online Admissions for Grade 1 and Grade 8 typically opens around July of the preceding year. Reach the school directly via phone 012 798 4748 to confirm openings in the Tshwane North district.
What documents do I need to apply at Botse-Botse Secondary School?
When applying to Botse-Botse Secondary School, you'll typically need: • 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) Additional items may be requested by Botse-Botse Secondary School depending on the grade; confirm via phone 012 798 4748.