Overview
Bongani Secondary School is a public intermediate school located in Douglas, Northern Cape, South Africa. It currently enrols 1,084 learners and is staffed by 34 educators (a learner-to-educator ratio of approximately 32:1), and is officially classified as a no-fee school under Q2. It falls within the Pixley Ka Seme (Pxl) education district and achieved an excellent 2025 NSC matric pass rate of 93.3% (97 of 104 candidates).
Bongani Secondary School Matric Performance
Since 2023, Bongani Secondary School has improved, moving from a 89.6% pass rate to 93.3% in 2025, the most recent year, 104 learners sat the exam.
| Year | Wrote | Achieved | Pass rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 104 | 97 | 93.3% |
| 2024 | 32 | 32 | 100.0% |
| 2023 | 48 | 43 | 89.6% |
Source: 2025 NSC School Performance Report (DBE). Centre: H/SCHOOL BONGANI (2011404).
Subject pass rates
Bongani Secondary School offered 9 subjects at NSC level in 2025, achieving an overall subject pass rate of 91.8%. Physical Sciences performed strongest at 100.0%, while Mathematics was the weakest at 44.4%. 4 subjects recorded a 100% pass rate. 1 subject fell below a 60% pass rate (Mathematics).
| Subject | Wrote | Achieved | 2025 pass rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mathematics | 9 | 4 |
44.4%
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| Mathematical Literacy | 95 | 83 |
87.4%
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| Physical Sciences | 5 | 5 |
100.0%
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| Life Sciences | 5 | 5 |
100.0%
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| English (FAL) | 104 | 104 |
100.0%
|
| Accounting | 5 | 3 |
60.0%
|
| Business Studies | 75 | 61 |
81.3%
|
| Geography | 29 | 29 |
100.0%
|
| History | 99 | 97 |
98.0%
|
Benchmark against nearby schools
Compared with 7 other intermediate schools in Douglas.
School fees
Bongani Secondary School charges no tuition fees. Plan instead for uniforms, stationery and learner transport.
Public intermediate school; fees regulated by the SA Schools Act.
Fee questions
How much are school fees at Bongani Secondary School for 2027?
Tuition at Bongani Secondary School for the 2027 academic year is R0; the school is officially classified as no-fee (Q2) by the Department of Basic Education in the Pixley Ka Seme (Pxl) district. Parents may still need to cover uniform and stationery costs; phone 053 298 5000 for specifics.
Is Bongani Secondary School a no-fee school?
Yes, Bongani Secondary School is officially a no-fee school (Q2), recognised as such by the Department of Basic Education in the Pixley Ka Seme (Pxl) district. No tuition is charged to any of its 1,084 learners.
What is the quintile of Bongani Secondary School and what does it mean for fees?
Classified as Q2 by the Department of Basic Education, Bongani Secondary School falls within the no-fee category, meaning the 1,084 learners attending here in Douglas, Northern Cape pay no school fees.
How to apply
Applications to Bongani Secondary School for Grade 4 entry (and other grade transfers) are submitted directly at the Bongani Secondary School school office in the Pixley Ka Seme (Pxl) education district. Below is the step-by-step process specific to Northern Cape.
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Confirm availability with Bongani Secondary School
Call 053 298 5000 to confirm whether Bongani Secondary School has open places for the year you're applying.
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Start the application
Collect the official application form from 12 Mqomo Street, Bongani, Douglas, 8730 or download it from the Northern Cape Department of Education website.
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Submit your documents
Submit the completed form and certified copies of all supporting documents to Bongani Secondary School during the school's published admission window.
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Pay any required deposits or fees
Bongani Secondary School is a no-fee school (Q2), so no tuition is payable. Budget for uniforms and stationery.
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Confirm placement and enrol
Wait for confirmation from Bongani Secondary School. If declined, you may appeal at the Pixley Ka Seme (Pxl) district office under the Northern Cape 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 Bongani Secondary School for the next school year?
To apply to Bongani Secondary School for the next academic year, collect and submit the application form directly at Bongani Secondary School. Northern Cape applications are made directly at the school office. For confirmation of available places, contact Bongani Secondary School via phone 053 298 5000.
What documents do I need to apply at Bongani Secondary School?
Bongani Secondary School 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 Bongani Secondary School (phone 053 298 5000) for any school-specific requirements.