Overview
Hodisa is a public secondary school (Grades 8–12) located in Rocklands Location, Bloemfontein, Free State, South Africa. It currently enrols 1,202 learners and is staffed by 50 educators (a learner-to-educator ratio of approximately 24:1), and is officially classified as a no-fee school under Q3. It falls within the Motheo education district and achieved an excellent 2025 NSC matric pass rate of 97.4% (228 of 234 candidates).
Hodisa Secondary School Matric Performance
Since 2023, Hodisa has remained fairly steady, moving from a 95.4% pass rate to 97.4% in 2025, the most recent year, 234 learners sat the exam.
| Year | Wrote | Achieved | Pass rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 234 | 228 | 97.4% |
| 2024 | 213 | 207 | 97.2% |
| 2023 | 195 | 186 | 95.4% |
Source: 2025 NSC School Performance Report (DBE). Centre: HODISA TS (3171025).
Subject pass rates
Hodisa offered 3 subjects at NSC level in 2025, achieving an overall subject pass rate of 95.8%. English (FAL) performed strongest at 99.6%, while Mathematics was the weakest at 75.6%.
| Subject | Wrote | Achieved | 2025 pass rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mathematics | 41 | 31 |
75.6%
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| Physical Sciences | 28 | 26 |
92.9%
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| English (FAL) | 237 | 236 |
99.6%
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Benchmark against nearby schools
Compared with 34 other secondary schools in Bloemfontein.
Hodisa Secondary School's 2025 pass rate is 3.6 percentage points above the average for comparable schools in the area.
School fees
Hodisa 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 Hodisa for 2027?
Tuition at Hodisa for the 2027 academic year is R0; the school is officially classified as no-fee (Q3) by the Department of Basic Education in the Motheo district. Parents may still need to cover uniform and stationery costs; contact the school office for specifics.
Is Hodisa a no-fee school?
Yes, Hodisa is officially a no-fee school (Q3), recognised as such by the Department of Basic Education in the Motheo district. No tuition is charged to any of its 1,202 learners.
What is the quintile of Hodisa and what does it mean for fees?
Hodisa is a Q3 school, the lowest of three quintile bands designated as "no-fee" under the SA Schools Act. Serving the Rocklands Location, Rocklands Location, Free State community in the Motheo district, it receives full state funding and parents are not charged tuition.
How to apply
Hodisa accepts applications directly at the Hodisa school office in the Motheo education district. The steps and documents required for Grade 8 (and other grade transfers) are detailed below.
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Confirm availability with Hodisa
Contact Hodisa directly to confirm whether places are available for the year you're applying.
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Start the application
Collect the official application form from 420 Ntlati Street, Rocklands Location, Rocklands Location, Bloemfontein, 9323 or download it from the Free State Department of Education website.
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Submit your documents
Submit the completed form and certified copies of all supporting documents to Hodisa during the school's published admission window.
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Pay any required deposits or fees
Hodisa 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 Hodisa. If declined, you may appeal at the Motheo district office under the Free State 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 Hodisa for the next school year?
To apply to Hodisa for the next academic year, collect and submit the application form directly at Hodisa. Free State applications are submitted directly to the school during the announced admission period. For confirmation of available places, contact Hodisa via the school office.
What documents do I need to apply at Hodisa?
Hodisa 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 Hodisa (the school office) for any school-specific requirements.