Overview
Fidelitas Comprehensive S is a public secondary school (Grades 8–12) located in Soweto, Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa. It currently enrols 1,241 learners and is staffed by 43 educators (a learner-to-educator ratio of approximately 29:1), and is officially classified as a no-fee school under Q3. It falls within the Johannesburg North education district and achieved a strong 2025 NSC matric pass rate of 89.6% (198 of 221 candidates).
Fidelitas Comprehensive S Secondary School Matric Performance
Since 2023, Fidelitas Comprehensive S has improved, moving from a 79.4% pass rate to 89.6% in 2025, the most recent year, 221 learners sat the exam.
| Year | Wrote | Achieved | Pass rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 221 | 198 | 89.6% |
| 2024 | 205 | 179 | 87.3% |
| 2023 | 199 | 158 | 79.4% |
Source: 2025 NSC School Performance Report (DBE). Centre: FIDELITAS COMPREHENSIVE SCHOOL (8140517).
Subject pass rates
Fidelitas Comprehensive S offered 10 subjects at NSC level in 2025, achieving an overall subject pass rate of 87.3%. Accounting performed strongest at 100.0%, while Mathematics was the weakest at 60.0%. 1 subject recorded a 100% pass rate (Accounting).
| Subject | Wrote | Achieved | 2025 pass rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mathematics | 35 | 21 |
60.0%
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| Mathematical Literacy | 186 | 159 |
85.5%
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| Physical Sciences | 19 | 16 |
84.2%
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| Life Sciences | 92 | 67 |
72.8%
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| English (FAL) | 221 | 219 |
99.1%
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| Accounting | 21 | 21 |
100.0%
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| Business Studies | 79 | 70 |
88.6%
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| Economics | 50 | 41 |
82.0%
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| Geography | 142 | 124 |
87.3%
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| History | 123 | 107 |
87.0%
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Benchmark against nearby schools
Compared with 59 other secondary schools in Soweto.
Fidelitas Comprehensive S Secondary School's 2025 pass rate is 0.6 percentage points above the average for comparable schools in the area.
School fees
Fidelitas Comprehensive S 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 Fidelitas Comprehensive S for 2027?
Tuition at Fidelitas Comprehensive S for the 2027 academic year is R0; the school is officially classified as no-fee (Q3) by the Department of Basic Education in the Johannesburg North district. Parents may still need to cover uniform and stationery costs; phone 011 985 2266 for specifics.
Is Fidelitas Comprehensive S a no-fee school?
Yes, Fidelitas Comprehensive S is officially a no-fee school (Q3), recognised as such by the Department of Basic Education in the Johannesburg North district. No tuition is charged to any of its 1,241 learners.
What is the quintile of Fidelitas Comprehensive S and what does it mean for fees?
Classified as Q3 by the Department of Basic Education, Fidelitas Comprehensive S falls within the no-fee category, meaning the 1,241 learners attending here in Soweto, Diepkloof, Gauteng pay no school fees.
How to apply
To enrol your child at Fidelitas Comprehensive S, families in Gauteng apply via the GDE Online Admissions online system, with confirmation handled by Fidelitas Comprehensive S. The exact Grade 8 (and other grade transfers) process in the Johannesburg North education district is summarised below.
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Confirm availability with Fidelitas Comprehensive S
Call 011 985 2266 to confirm whether Fidelitas Comprehensive S 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 Fidelitas Comprehensive S 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
Fidelitas Comprehensive S is a no-fee school (Q3), 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 Fidelitas Comprehensive S.
- 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 Fidelitas Comprehensive S for the next school year?
To apply to Fidelitas Comprehensive S for the next academic year, register on the GDE Online Admissions portal during the official admission window and select Fidelitas Comprehensive S 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 Fidelitas Comprehensive S via phone 011 985 2266.
What documents do I need to apply at Fidelitas Comprehensive S?
Fidelitas Comprehensive S 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 Fidelitas Comprehensive S (phone 011 985 2266) for any school-specific requirements and to verify what must be uploaded to the GDE Online Admissions.