Overview
Hopefield Hoerskool is a public combined school (Grades R–12) located in Hopefield, Hopefield, Western Cape, South Africa. It currently enrols 775 learners and is staffed by 37 educators (a learner-to-educator ratio of approximately 21:1), operating as a fee-charging school (Q5). It falls within the West Coast education district and achieved an excellent 2025 NSC matric pass rate of 100.0% (90 of 90 candidates).
Hopefield Hoerskool Matric Performance
Since 2023, Hopefield Hoerskool has remained fairly steady, moving from a 100.0% pass rate to 100.0% in 2025, the most recent year, 90 learners sat the exam.
| Year | Wrote | Achieved | Pass rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 90 | 90 | 100.0% |
| 2024 | 85 | 85 | 100.0% |
| 2023 | 96 | 96 | 100.0% |
Source: 2025 NSC School Performance Report (DBE). Centre: HOPEFIELD HS. (1005509).
Subject pass rates
Hopefield Hoerskool offered 8 subjects at NSC level in 2025, achieving an overall subject pass rate of 98.6%. Mathematical Literacy performed strongest at 100.0%, while Mathematics was the weakest at 92.5%. 6 subjects recorded a 100% pass rate.
| Subject | Wrote | Achieved | 2025 pass rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mathematics | 40 | 37 |
92.5%
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| Mathematical Literacy | 50 | 50 |
100.0%
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| Physical Sciences | 24 | 24 |
100.0%
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| Life Sciences | 22 | 22 |
100.0%
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| English (FAL) | 68 | 68 |
100.0%
|
| Accounting | 22 | 21 |
95.5%
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| Business Studies | 44 | 44 |
100.0%
|
| Geography | 8 | 8 |
100.0%
|
Benchmark against nearby schools
Compared with 32 other combined schools in West Coast.
Hopefield Hoerskool's 2025 pass rate is 9.6 percentage points above the average for comparable schools in the area.
School fees
Q5 fees vary widely. Confirm Hopefield Hoerskool's 2027 fee schedule directly with the school office.
Public combined school (Grades R–12); fees regulated by the SA Schools Act.
Fee questions
How much are school fees at Hopefield Hoerskool for 2027?
For 2027, Hopefield Hoerskool (Q5) falls within a r8,000 – r45,000+ per year (typical range) band and serves 775 learners in the West Coast district. The SGB sets the precise fee annually; phone 022 723 0040 for the published amount.
Is Hopefield Hoerskool a no-fee school?
No, Hopefield Hoerskool is a fee-charging school (Q5) in the West Coast district. Annual fees are set by the SGB and apply to all enrolled learners.
What is the quintile of Hopefield Hoerskool and what does it mean for fees?
Quintile 5, the highest band, applies to Hopefield Hoerskool in the West Coast district. Q5 fees vary widely between schools and are confirmed by the SGB ahead of each academic year.
How to apply
To enrol your child at Hopefield Hoerskool, families in Western Cape apply via the WCED Online Admissions online system, with confirmation handled by Hopefield Hoerskool. The exact Grade R, Grade 1 or Grade 8 process in the West Coast education district is summarised below.
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Confirm availability with Hopefield Hoerskool
Call 022 723 0040 to confirm whether Hopefield Hoerskool 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 Hopefield Hoerskool 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
If accepted, Hopefield Hoerskool (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
Check your WCED Online Admissions dashboard for the placement outcome. If accepted, complete on-site registration at Hopefield Hoerskool.
- 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 Hopefield Hoerskool for the next school year?
To apply to Hopefield Hoerskool for the next academic year, register on the WCED Online Admissions portal during the official admission window and select Hopefield Hoerskool 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 Hopefield Hoerskool via phone 022 723 0040.
What documents do I need to apply at Hopefield Hoerskool?
Hopefield Hoerskool 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 Hopefield Hoerskool (phone 022 723 0040) for any school-specific requirements and to verify what must be uploaded to the WCED Online Admissions.