Overview
Emmanuel Secondary School is a public secondary school (Grades 8–12) located in Kimberley, Northern Cape, South Africa. It currently enrols 1,073 learners and is staffed by 41 educators (a learner-to-educator ratio of approximately 26:1), and is officially classified as a no-fee school under Q3. It falls within the Frances Baard (Fb) education district and achieved a strong 2025 NSC matric pass rate of 84.2% (181 of 215 candidates).
Emmanuel Secondary School Matric Performance
Since 2023, Emmanuel Secondary School has remained fairly steady, moving from a 82.2% pass rate to 84.2% in 2025, the most recent year, 215 learners sat the exam.
| Year | Wrote | Achieved | Pass rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 215 | 181 | 84.2% |
| 2024 | 300 | 242 | 80.7% |
| 2023 | 236 | 194 | 82.2% |
Source: 2025 NSC School Performance Report (DBE). Centre: EMMANUEL SECODARY SCHOOL (2015402).
Subject pass rates
Emmanuel Secondary School offered 7 subjects at NSC level in 2025, achieving an overall subject pass rate of 77.6%. Life Sciences performed strongest at 100.0%, while Mathematics was the weakest at 38.7%. 2 subjects recorded a 100% pass rate (Life Sciences, English (FAL)). 3 subjects fell below a 60% pass rate (Mathematics, Mathematical Literacy, Physical Sciences).
| Subject | Wrote | Achieved | 2025 pass rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mathematics | 31 | 12 |
38.7%
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| Mathematical Literacy | 184 | 107 |
58.2%
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| Physical Sciences | 27 | 12 |
44.4%
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| Life Sciences | 53 | 53 |
100.0%
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| English (FAL) | 70 | 70 |
100.0%
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| Geography | 129 | 118 |
91.5%
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| History | 189 | 158 |
83.6%
|
Benchmark against nearby schools
Compared with 21 other secondary schools in Kimberley.
Emmanuel Secondary School's 2025 pass rate is 3.7 percentage points below the average for comparable schools in the area.
School fees
Emmanuel Secondary 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 Emmanuel Secondary School for 2027?
Tuition at Emmanuel Secondary School for the 2027 academic year is R0; the school is officially classified as no-fee (Q3) by the Department of Basic Education in the Frances Baard (Fb) district. Parents may still need to cover uniform and stationery costs; phone 053 871 2305 for specifics.
Is Emmanuel Secondary School a no-fee school?
Yes, Emmanuel Secondary School is officially a no-fee school (Q3), recognised as such by the Department of Basic Education in the Frances Baard (Fb) district. No tuition is charged to any of its 1,073 learners.
What is the quintile of Emmanuel Secondary School and what does it mean for fees?
Emmanuel Secondary School is a Q3 school, the lowest of three quintile bands designated as "no-fee" under the SA Schools Act. Serving the Kimberley, Northern Cape community in the Frances Baard (Fb) district, it receives full state funding and parents are not charged tuition.
How to apply
Applications to Emmanuel Secondary School for Grade 8 (and other grade transfers) are submitted directly at the Emmanuel Secondary School school office in the Frances Baard (Fb) education district. Below is the step-by-step process specific to Northern Cape.
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Confirm availability with Emmanuel Secondary School
Call 053 871 2305 to confirm whether Emmanuel Secondary School has open places for the year you're applying.
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Start the application
Collect the official application form from 14 Th Street, Homevale, Kimberley, 8301 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 Emmanuel Secondary School during the school's published admission window.
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Pay any required deposits or fees
Emmanuel Secondary 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
Wait for confirmation from Emmanuel Secondary School. If declined, you may appeal at the Frances Baard (Fb) 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 Emmanuel Secondary School for the next school year?
To apply to Emmanuel Secondary School for the next academic year, collect and submit the application form directly at Emmanuel Secondary School. Northern Cape applications are made directly at the school office. For confirmation of available places, contact Emmanuel Secondary School via phone 053 871 2305.
What documents do I need to apply at Emmanuel Secondary School?
Emmanuel 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 Emmanuel Secondary School (phone 053 871 2305) for any school-specific requirements.