Overview
Hoerskool Birchleigh is a public secondary school (Grades 8–12) located in Birchleigh, Kempton Park, Gauteng, South Africa. It currently enrols 2,055 learners and is staffed by 92 educators (a learner-to-educator ratio of approximately 22:1), operating as a fee-charging school (Q5). It falls within the Ekurhuleni North education district and achieved an excellent 2025 NSC matric pass rate of 91.5% (335 of 366 candidates).
Hoerskool Birchleigh Matric Performance
Since 2023, Hoerskool Birchleigh has remained fairly steady, moving from a 93.1% pass rate to 91.5% in 2025, the most recent year, 366 learners sat the exam.
| Year | Wrote | Achieved | Pass rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 366 | 335 | 91.5% |
| 2024 | 381 | 353 | 92.7% |
| 2023 | 360 | 335 | 93.1% |
Source: 2025 NSC School Performance Report (DBE). Centre: HOËRSKOOL BIRCHLEIGH (8260109).
Subject pass rates
Hoerskool Birchleigh offered 8 subjects at NSC level in 2025, achieving an overall subject pass rate of 89.0%. Mathematical Literacy performed strongest at 96.1%, while Accounting was the weakest at 75.0%.
| Subject | Wrote | Achieved | 2025 pass rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mathematics | 112 | 87 |
77.7%
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| Mathematical Literacy | 256 | 246 |
96.1%
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| Physical Sciences | 81 | 72 |
88.9%
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| Life Sciences | 142 | 134 |
94.4%
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| Accounting | 68 | 51 |
75.0%
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| Business Studies | 155 | 138 |
89.0%
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| Economics | 88 | 71 |
80.7%
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| History | 71 | 67 |
94.4%
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Benchmark against nearby schools
Compared with 21 other secondary schools in Kempton Park.
Hoerskool Birchleigh's 2025 pass rate is 4.9 percentage points above the average for comparable schools in the area.
School fees
Q5 fees vary widely. Confirm Hoerskool Birchleigh'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 Hoerskool Birchleigh for 2027?
For 2027, Hoerskool Birchleigh (Q5) falls within a r8,000 – r45,000+ per year (typical range) band and serves 2,055 learners in the Ekurhuleni North district. The SGB sets the precise fee annually; phone 011 972 5415 for the published amount.
Is Hoerskool Birchleigh a no-fee school?
No, Hoerskool Birchleigh is a fee-charging school (Q5) in the Ekurhuleni North district. Annual fees are set by the SGB and apply to all enrolled learners.
What is the quintile of Hoerskool Birchleigh and what does it mean for fees?
Quintile 5, the highest band, applies to Hoerskool Birchleigh in the Ekurhuleni North district. Q5 fees vary widely between schools and are confirmed by the SGB ahead of each academic year.
How to apply
Applications to Hoerskool Birchleigh for Grade 8 (and other grade transfers) are submitted via the GDE Online Admissions online system, with confirmation handled by Hoerskool Birchleigh in the Ekurhuleni North education district. Below is the step-by-step process specific to Gauteng.
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Confirm availability with Hoerskool Birchleigh
Call 011 972 5415 to confirm whether Hoerskool Birchleigh 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 Hoerskool Birchleigh 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, Hoerskool Birchleigh (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 Hoerskool Birchleigh.
- 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 Hoerskool Birchleigh for the next school year?
To apply to Hoerskool Birchleigh for the next academic year, register on the GDE Online Admissions portal during the official admission window and select Hoerskool Birchleigh 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 Hoerskool Birchleigh via phone 011 972 5415.
What documents do I need to apply at Hoerskool Birchleigh?
Hoerskool Birchleigh 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 Hoerskool Birchleigh (phone 011 972 5415) for any school-specific requirements and to verify what must be uploaded to the GDE Online Admissions.