Overview
Bryanston High School is a public secondary school (Grades 8–12) located in Sandton, Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa. It currently enrols 1,148 learners and is staffed by 72 educators (a learner-to-educator ratio of approximately 16:1), operating as a fee-charging school (Q5). It falls within the Johannesburg East education district and achieved an excellent 2025 NSC matric pass rate of 98.7% (222 of 225 candidates).
Bryanston High School Matric Performance
Bryanston High School's NSC pass rate has remained fairly steady over the past 3 years, from 99.5% in 2023 to 98.7% in 2025 (225 candidates writing in 2025).
| Year | Wrote | Achieved | Pass rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 225 | 222 | 98.7% |
| 2024 | 221 | 217 | 98.2% |
| 2023 | 203 | 202 | 99.5% |
Source: 2025 NSC School Performance Report (DBE). Centre: BRYANSTON HIGH SCHOOL (8150201).
Subject pass rates
Bryanston High School offered 8 subjects at NSC level in 2025, achieving an overall subject pass rate of 98.2%. Mathematical Literacy performed strongest at 100.0%, while Accounting was the weakest at 92.5%. 3 subjects recorded a 100% pass rate (Mathematical Literacy, Geography, History).
| Subject | Wrote | Achieved | 2025 pass rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mathematics | 132 | 126 |
95.5%
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| Mathematical Literacy | 95 | 95 |
100.0%
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| Physical Sciences | 94 | 92 |
97.9%
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| Life Sciences | 163 | 161 |
98.8%
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| Accounting | 40 | 37 |
92.5%
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| Business Studies | 118 | 117 |
99.2%
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| Geography | 93 | 93 |
100.0%
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| History | 59 | 59 |
100.0%
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Benchmark against nearby schools
Compared with 10 other secondary schools in Sandton.
Bryanston High School's 2025 pass rate is 11.7 percentage points above the average for comparable schools in the area.
School fees
Q5 fees vary widely. Confirm Bryanston High School's 2027 fee schedule directly with the school office.
Public secondary school (Grades 8–12); fees regulated by the SA Schools Act.
Fee questions
How much are school fees at Bryanston High School for 2027?
Bryanston High School is a fee-charging public school in the Johannesburg East district. Indicative 2027 fees: R8,000 – R45,000+ per year (typical range). Exact fees are confirmed by the School Governing Body before the school year begins. To get the official 2027 fee schedule, phone 011 706 6010.
Is Bryanston High School a no-fee school?
Bryanston High School does charge school fees as a Q5 school. The amount is reviewed and approved annually by the School Governing Body.
What is the quintile of Bryanston High School and what does it mean for fees?
As a Q5 public secondary school (Grades 8–12), Bryanston High School receives the smallest per-learner state subsidy and relies on parent-paid fees, set by the SGB, to fund its 72 educators and operations.
How to apply
To enrol your child at Bryanston High School, families in Gauteng apply via the GDE Online Admissions online system, with confirmation handled by Bryanston High School. The exact Grade 8 (and other grade transfers) process in the Johannesburg East education district is summarised below.
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Confirm availability with Bryanston High School
Call 011 706 6010 to confirm whether Bryanston High 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 Bryanston High 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
If accepted, Bryanston High School (an SGB-funded school) may require a registration deposit. The exact amount is confirmed by the school.
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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 Bryanston High 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 Bryanston High School for the next school year?
Bryanston High 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 011 706 6010 to confirm openings in the Johannesburg East district.
What documents do I need to apply at Bryanston High School?
When applying to Bryanston High 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 Bryanston High School depending on the grade; confirm via phone 011 706 6010.