Overview
Homevale Secondary School Nr 1 is a public secondary school (Grades 8–12) located in Kimberley, Northern Cape, South Africa. It currently enrols 768 learners and is staffed by 28 educators (a learner-to-educator ratio of approximately 27:1), 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 86.7% (52 of 60 candidates).
Homevale Secondary School Nr 1 Matric Performance
Homevale Secondary School Nr 1's NSC pass rate has improved over the past 3 years, from 21.1% in 2023 to 86.7% in 2025 (60 candidates writing in 2025).
| Year | Wrote | Achieved | Pass rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 60 | 52 | 86.7% |
| 2024 | 52 | 24 | 46.2% |
| 2023 | 71 | 15 | 21.1% |
Source: 2025 NSC School Performance Report (DBE). Centre: H/SCHOOL HOMEVALE (2012402).
Subject pass rates
Homevale Secondary School Nr 1 offered 9 subjects at NSC level in 2025, achieving an overall subject pass rate of 68.9%. English (FAL) performed strongest at 100.0%, while Economics was the weakest at 15.4%. 1 subject recorded a 100% pass rate (English (FAL)). 4 subjects fell below a 60% pass rate.
| Subject | Wrote | Achieved | 2025 pass rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mathematics | 12 | 7 |
58.3%
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| Mathematical Literacy | 48 | 30 |
62.5%
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| Physical Sciences | 12 | 6 |
50.0%
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| Life Sciences | 9 | 8 |
88.9%
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| English (FAL) | 33 | 33 |
100.0%
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| Business Studies | 26 | 7 |
26.9%
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| Economics | 13 | 2 |
15.4%
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| Geography | 34 | 30 |
88.2%
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| History | 22 | 21 |
95.5%
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Benchmark against nearby schools
Compared with 21 other secondary schools in Kimberley.
Homevale Secondary School Nr 1's 2025 pass rate is 1.0 percentage points below the average for comparable schools in the area.
School fees
Homevale Secondary School Nr 1 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 Homevale Secondary School Nr 1 for 2027?
Homevale Secondary School Nr 1 is a no-fee public secondary school (Grades 8–12) in Kimberley, Northern Cape, so parents pay no tuition fees for 2027. All 768 enrolled learners attend at no charge. Budget instead for uniforms, stationery, transport and excursions. For voluntary contributions or admission fees, phone 053 874 1562.
Is Homevale Secondary School Nr 1 a no-fee school?
Homevale Secondary School Nr 1 is classified no-fee under Q3 and forms part of the state-funded schools serving Kimberley, Northern Cape. Parents pay no tuition fees.
What is the quintile of Homevale Secondary School Nr 1 and what does it mean for fees?
Homevale Secondary School Nr 1 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
Homevale Secondary School Nr 1 accepts applications directly at the Homevale Secondary School Nr 1 school office in the Frances Baard (Fb) education district. The steps and documents required for Grade 8 (and other grade transfers) are detailed below.
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Confirm availability with Homevale Secondary School Nr 1
Call 053 874 1562 to confirm whether Homevale Secondary School Nr 1 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, 8300 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 Homevale Secondary School Nr 1 during the school's published admission window.
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Pay any required deposits or fees
Homevale Secondary School Nr 1 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 Homevale Secondary School Nr 1. 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 Homevale Secondary School Nr 1 for the next school year?
Homevale Secondary School Nr 1 processes applications at the school office. Northern Cape applications are made directly at the school office. Reach the school directly via phone 053 874 1562 to confirm openings in the Frances Baard (Fb) district.
What documents do I need to apply at Homevale Secondary School Nr 1?
When applying to Homevale Secondary School Nr 1, 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 Homevale Secondary School Nr 1 depending on the grade; confirm via phone 053 874 1562.