Overview
Bloekombos Secondary School is a public secondary school (Grades 8–12) located in Kraaifontein East, City of Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa. It currently enrols 2,037 learners and is staffed by 54 educators (a learner-to-educator ratio of approximately 38:1), and is officially classified as a no-fee school under Q1. It falls within the Metro East education district and achieved a strong 2025 NSC matric pass rate of 84.7% (316 of 373 candidates).
Bloekombos Secondary School Matric Performance
Since 2023, Bloekombos Secondary School has improved, moving from a 75.5% pass rate to 84.7% in 2025, the most recent year, 373 learners sat the exam.
| Year | Wrote | Achieved | Pass rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 373 | 316 | 84.7% |
| 2024 | 326 | 274 | 84.0% |
| 2023 | 355 | 268 | 75.5% |
Source: 2025 NSC School Performance Report (DBE). Centre: BLOEKOMBOS SEC (1004454).
Subject pass rates
Bloekombos Secondary School offered 10 subjects at NSC level in 2025, achieving an overall subject pass rate of 85.9%. Geography performed strongest at 98.0%, while Accounting was the weakest at 48.7%. 1 subject fell below a 60% pass rate (Accounting).
| Subject | Wrote | Achieved | 2025 pass rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mathematics | 47 | 34 |
72.3%
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| Mathematical Literacy | 327 | 297 |
90.8%
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| Physical Sciences | 42 | 33 |
78.6%
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| Life Sciences | 159 | 120 |
75.5%
|
| English (FAL) | 375 | 366 |
97.6%
|
| Accounting | 39 | 19 |
48.7%
|
| Business Studies | 136 | 121 |
89.0%
|
| Economics | 158 | 97 |
61.4%
|
| Geography | 50 | 49 |
98.0%
|
| History | 253 | 226 |
89.3%
|
Benchmark against nearby schools
Compared with 274 other secondary schools in City of Cape Town.
Bloekombos Secondary School's 2025 pass rate is 3.3 percentage points below the average for comparable schools in the area.
School fees
Bloekombos 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 Bloekombos Secondary School for 2027?
Tuition at Bloekombos Secondary School for the 2027 academic year is R0; the school is officially classified as no-fee (Q1) by the Department of Basic Education in the Metro East district. Parents may still need to cover uniform and stationery costs; phone 021 988 1115 for specifics.
Is Bloekombos Secondary School a no-fee school?
Yes, Bloekombos Secondary School is officially a no-fee school (Q1), recognised as such by the Department of Basic Education in the Metro East district. No tuition is charged to any of its 2,037 learners.
What is the quintile of Bloekombos Secondary School and what does it mean for fees?
Classified as Q1 by the Department of Basic Education, Bloekombos Secondary School falls within the no-fee category, meaning the 2,037 learners attending here in Kraaifontein East, Kraaifontein East 3, Western Cape pay no school fees.
How to apply
Applications to Bloekombos Secondary School for Grade 8 (and other grade transfers) are submitted via the WCED Online Admissions online system, with confirmation handled by Bloekombos Secondary School in the Metro East education district. Below is the step-by-step process specific to Western Cape.
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Confirm availability with Bloekombos Secondary School
Call 021 988 1115 to confirm whether Bloekombos Secondary School has open places for the year you're applying.
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Start the application
Register on the WCED Online Admissions portal when applications open and select Bloekombos Secondary School as a preferred school.
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Submit your documents
Upload all required documents to the WCED Online Admissions portal before the published cut-off and keep your reference number.
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Pay any required deposits or fees
Bloekombos Secondary School is a no-fee school (Q1), so no tuition is payable. Budget for uniforms and stationery.
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Confirm placement and enrol
Check your WCED Online Admissions dashboard for the placement outcome. If accepted, complete on-site registration at Bloekombos Secondary 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 Bloekombos Secondary School for the next school year?
To apply to Bloekombos Secondary School for the next academic year, register on the WCED Online Admissions portal during the official admission window and select Bloekombos Secondary School as a preferred school. WCED Online Admissions for Grade 1 and Grade 8 typically opens in March/April of the preceding year. For confirmation of available places, contact Bloekombos Secondary School via phone 021 988 1115.
What documents do I need to apply at Bloekombos Secondary School?
Bloekombos 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 Bloekombos Secondary School (phone 021 988 1115) for any school-specific requirements and to verify what must be uploaded to the WCED Online Admissions.