Overview
Ikusasa Comprehensive School is a public secondary school (Grades 8–12) located in Kempton Park, Kempton Park, Gauteng, South Africa. It currently enrols 2,593 learners and is staffed by 79 educators (a learner-to-educator ratio of approximately 33:1), and is officially classified as a no-fee school under Q3. It falls within the Ekurhuleni North education district and achieved an excellent 2025 NSC matric pass rate of 93.1% (311 of 334 candidates).
Ikusasa Comprehensive School Matric Performance
Ikusasa Comprehensive School's NSC pass rate has improved over the past 3 years, from 89.4% in 2023 to 93.1% in 2025 (334 candidates writing in 2025).
| Year | Wrote | Achieved | Pass rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 334 | 311 | 93.1% |
| 2024 | 238 | 228 | 95.8% |
| 2023 | 218 | 195 | 89.4% |
Source: 2025 NSC School Performance Report (DBE). Centre: IKUSASA COMPREHENSIVE SCHOOL (8260836).
Subject pass rates
Ikusasa Comprehensive School offered 11 subjects at NSC level in 2025, achieving an overall subject pass rate of 92.6%. English (FAL) performed strongest at 100.0%, while Mathematics was the weakest at 68.6%. 2 subjects recorded a 100% pass rate (English (FAL), Accounting).
| Subject | Wrote | Achieved | 2025 pass rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mathematics | 105 | 72 |
68.6%
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| Mathematical Literacy | 230 | 209 |
90.9%
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| Physical Sciences | 96 | 77 |
80.2%
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| Life Sciences | 96 | 92 |
95.8%
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| English (FAL) | 335 | 335 |
100.0%
|
| Accounting | 37 | 37 |
100.0%
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| Business Studies | 76 | 73 |
96.1%
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| Economics | 106 | 94 |
88.7%
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| Geography | 152 | 145 |
95.4%
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| History | 163 | 160 |
98.2%
|
| Agricultural Sciences | 27 | 24 |
88.9%
|
Benchmark against nearby schools
Compared with 12 other secondary schools in Kempton Park.
Ikusasa Comprehensive School's 2025 pass rate is 5.0 percentage points above the average for comparable schools in the area.
School fees
Ikusasa Comprehensive School 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 Ikusasa Comprehensive School for 2027?
Ikusasa Comprehensive School is a no-fee public secondary school (Grades 8–12) in Kempton Park, Tembisa, Gauteng, so parents pay no tuition fees for 2027. All 2,593 enrolled learners attend at no charge. Budget instead for uniforms, stationery, transport and excursions. For voluntary contributions or admission fees, phone 011 026 0137.
Is Ikusasa Comprehensive School a no-fee school?
Ikusasa Comprehensive School is classified no-fee under Q3 and forms part of the state-funded schools serving Kempton Park, Tembisa, Gauteng. Parents pay no tuition fees.
What is the quintile of Ikusasa Comprehensive School and what does it mean for fees?
Ikusasa Comprehensive School is a Q3 school, the lowest of three quintile bands designated as "no-fee" under the SA Schools Act. Serving the Kempton Park, Tembisa, Gauteng community in the Ekurhuleni North district, it receives full state funding and parents are not charged tuition.
How to apply
Applications to Ikusasa Comprehensive School for Grade 8 (and other grade transfers) are submitted via the GDE Online Admissions online system, with confirmation handled by Ikusasa Comprehensive School in the Ekurhuleni North education district. Below is the step-by-step process specific to Gauteng.
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Confirm availability with Ikusasa Comprehensive School
Call 011 026 0137 to confirm whether Ikusasa Comprehensive 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 Ikusasa Comprehensive 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
Ikusasa Comprehensive School 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 Ikusasa Comprehensive 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 Ikusasa Comprehensive School for the next school year?
Ikusasa Comprehensive 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 011 026 0137 to confirm openings in the Ekurhuleni North district.
What documents do I need to apply at Ikusasa Comprehensive School?
When applying to Ikusasa Comprehensive 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 Ikusasa Comprehensive School depending on the grade; confirm via phone 011 026 0137.