Overview
Calvin College is a independent combined school (Grades R–12) located in Burgersfort, Limpopo, South Africa. It currently enrols 1,418 learners and is staffed by 66 educators (a learner-to-educator ratio of approximately 21:1), operating as a fee-charging school. It falls within the Sekhukhune East education district and achieved an excellent 2025 NSC matric pass rate of 100.0% (79 of 79 candidates).
Calvin College Matric Performance
Since 2023, Calvin College has remained fairly steady, moving from a 97.1% pass rate to 100.0% in 2025, the most recent year, 79 learners sat the exam.
| Year | Wrote | Achieved | Pass rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 79 | 79 | 100.0% |
| 2024 | 108 | 108 | 100.0% |
| 2023 | 70 | 68 | 97.1% |
Source: 2025 NSC School Performance Report (DBE). Centre: CALVIN COMBINED SCHOOL (7091392).
Subject pass rates
Calvin College offered 10 subjects at NSC level in 2025, achieving an overall subject pass rate of 96.8%. Mathematical Literacy performed strongest at 100.0%, while Mathematics was the weakest at 88.7%. 7 subjects recorded a 100% pass rate.
| Subject | Wrote | Achieved | 2025 pass rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mathematics | 62 | 55 |
88.7%
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| Mathematical Literacy | 17 | 17 |
100.0%
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| Physical Sciences | 49 | 45 |
91.8%
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| Life Sciences | 49 | 49 |
100.0%
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| English (FAL) | 43 | 43 |
100.0%
|
| Accounting | 31 | 29 |
93.5%
|
| Business Studies | 31 | 31 |
100.0%
|
| Economics | 31 | 31 |
100.0%
|
| Geography | 49 | 49 |
100.0%
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| Agricultural Sciences | 49 | 49 |
100.0%
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Benchmark against nearby schools
Compared with 78 other combined schools in Burgersfort.
Calvin College's 2025 pass rate is 14.1 percentage points above the average for comparable schools in the area.
School fees
Private school fees vary widely. Request the official 2027 fee schedule from Calvin College directly.
Private combined school (Grades R–12); fees set by the school.
Fee questions
How much are school fees at Calvin College for 2027?
For 2027, Calvin College falls within a r20,000 – r250,000+ per year (typical range) band and serves 1,418 learners in the Sekhukhune East district. The SGB sets the precise fee annually; phone 013 231 7643 for the published amount.
Is Calvin College a no-fee school?
No, Calvin College is a fee-charging school in the Sekhukhune East district. Annual fees are set by the SGB and apply to all enrolled learners.
What is the quintile of Calvin College and what does it mean for fees?
Calvin College operates as an independent school in Burgersfort, Limpopo and is therefore not part of the public-school quintile system. All fees are determined privately by the school.
How to apply
To enrol your child at Calvin College, families in Limpopo apply directly at the Calvin College school office. The exact Grade R, Grade 1 or Grade 8 process in the Sekhukhune East education district is summarised below.
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Confirm availability with Calvin College
Call 013 231 7643 to confirm whether Calvin College has open places for the year you're applying.
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Start the application
Collect the official application form from Zone 7 Mashamothane Village or download it from the Limpopo Department of Education website.
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Submit your documents
Submit the completed form and certified copies of all supporting documents to Calvin College during the school's published admission window.
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Pay any required deposits or fees
If accepted, Calvin College (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
Wait for confirmation from Calvin College. If declined, you may appeal at the Sekhukhune East district office under the Limpopo Department of Education.
- 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 Calvin College for the next school year?
To apply to Calvin College for the next academic year, collect and submit the application form directly at Calvin College. In Limpopo, applications are completed at the school and processed via the circuit office. For confirmation of available places, contact Calvin College via phone 013 231 7643.
What documents do I need to apply at Calvin College?
Calvin College 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 Calvin College (phone 013 231 7643) for any school-specific requirements.