Overview
Curro Pretoria is a independent combined school (Grades R–12) located in Pretoria, Pretoria, Gauteng, South Africa. It currently enrols 1,667 learners and is staffed by 75 educators (a learner-to-educator ratio of approximately 22:1), operating as a fee-charging school. It falls within the Tshwane South education district and achieved a strong 2025 NSC matric pass rate of 88.9% (160 of 180 candidates).
Curro Pretoria Combined School Matric Performance
Curro Pretoria's NSC pass rate has remained fairly steady over the past 3 years, from 88.8% in 2023 to 88.9% in 2025 (180 candidates writing in 2025).
| Year | Wrote | Achieved | Pass rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 180 | 160 | 88.9% |
| 2024 | 149 | 141 | 94.6% |
| 2023 | 160 | 142 | 88.8% |
Source: 2025 NSC School Performance Report (DBE). Centre: CURRO ACADEMY PRETORIA (8231977).
Subject pass rates
Curro Pretoria offered 9 subjects at NSC level in 2025, achieving an overall subject pass rate of 84.5%. Mathematical Literacy performed strongest at 97.0%, while Mathematics was the weakest at 56.3%. 1 subject fell below a 60% pass rate (Mathematics).
| Subject | Wrote | Achieved | 2025 pass rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mathematics | 80 | 45 |
56.3%
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| Mathematical Literacy | 100 | 97 |
97.0%
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| Physical Sciences | 53 | 46 |
86.8%
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| Life Sciences | 82 | 68 |
82.9%
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| Accounting | 41 | 31 |
75.6%
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| Business Studies | 116 | 110 |
94.8%
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| Economics | 54 | 41 |
75.9%
|
| Geography | 34 | 32 |
94.1%
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| History | 32 | 30 |
93.8%
|
Benchmark against nearby schools
Compared with 94 other combined schools in Pretoria.
Curro Pretoria Combined School's 2025 pass rate is 2.6 percentage points below the average for comparable schools in the area.
School fees
Private school fees vary widely. Request the official 2027 fee schedule from Curro Pretoria directly.
Private combined school (Grades R–12); fees set by the school.
Fee questions
How much are school fees at Curro Pretoria for 2027?
Curro Pretoria is a fee-charging independent school in the Tshwane South district. Indicative 2027 fees: R20,000 – R250,000+ 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 087 287 9492.
Is Curro Pretoria a no-fee school?
Curro Pretoria does charge school fees. The amount is reviewed and approved annually by the School Governing Body.
What is the quintile of Curro Pretoria and what does it mean for fees?
As an independent (private) school in the Tshwane South district, Curro Pretoria is not assigned a government quintile. Its fee structure is set by the school's governing body and reflects the facilities, curriculum and programmes offered in Pretoria, East Lynne, Gauteng.
How to apply
To enrol your child at Curro Pretoria, families in Gauteng apply via the GDE Online Admissions online system, with confirmation handled by Curro Pretoria. The exact Grade R, Grade 1 or Grade 8 process in the Tshwane South education district is summarised below.
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Confirm availability with Curro Pretoria
Call 087 287 9492 to confirm whether Curro Pretoria 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 Curro Pretoria 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, Curro Pretoria (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 Curro Pretoria.
- 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 Curro Pretoria for the next school year?
Curro Pretoria 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 087 287 9492 to confirm openings in the Tshwane South district.
What documents do I need to apply at Curro Pretoria?
When applying to Curro Pretoria, 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 Curro Pretoria depending on the grade; confirm via phone 087 287 9492.