Overview
Ahmed Timol Secondary School is a public secondary school (Grades 8–12) located in Krugersdorp, Mogale City, Gauteng, South Africa. It currently enrols 1,348 learners and is staffed by 44 educators (a learner-to-educator ratio of approximately 31:1), operating as a fee-charging school (Q5). It falls within the Gauteng West education district and achieved an excellent 2025 NSC matric pass rate of 100.0% (213 of 213 candidates).
Ahmed Timol Secondary School Matric Performance
Since 2023, Ahmed Timol Secondary School has remained fairly steady, moving from a 100.0% pass rate to 100.0% in 2025, the most recent year, 213 learners sat the exam.
| Year | Wrote | Achieved | Pass rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 213 | 213 | 100.0% |
| 2024 | 181 | 181 | 100.0% |
| 2023 | 190 | 190 | 100.0% |
Source: 2025 NSC School Performance Report (DBE). Centre: AHMED TIMOL SECONDARY (8250027).
Subject pass rates
Ahmed Timol Secondary School offered 8 subjects at NSC level in 2025, achieving an overall subject pass rate of 99.4%. Mathematical Literacy performed strongest at 100.0%, while Mathematics was the weakest at 95.4%. 5 subjects recorded a 100% pass rate.
| Subject | Wrote | Achieved | 2025 pass rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mathematics | 65 | 62 |
95.4%
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| Mathematical Literacy | 154 | 154 |
100.0%
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| Physical Sciences | 38 | 38 |
100.0%
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| Life Sciences | 167 | 166 |
99.4%
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| Accounting | 53 | 53 |
100.0%
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| Business Studies | 141 | 141 |
100.0%
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| Geography | 40 | 40 |
100.0%
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| History | 146 | 145 |
99.3%
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Benchmark against nearby schools
Compared with 12 other secondary schools in Krugersdorp.
Ahmed Timol Secondary School's 2025 pass rate is 10.5 percentage points above the average for comparable schools in the area.
School fees
Q5 fees vary widely. Confirm Ahmed Timol Secondary School's 2027 fee schedule directly with the school office.
Public secondary school (Grades 8–12); fees regulated by the SA Schools Act.
Fee questions
How much are school fees at Ahmed Timol Secondary School for 2027?
For 2027, Ahmed Timol Secondary School (Q5) falls within a r8,000 – r45,000+ per year (typical range) band and serves 1,348 learners in the Gauteng West district. The SGB sets the precise fee annually; phone 011 413 1323 for the published amount.
Is Ahmed Timol Secondary School a no-fee school?
No, Ahmed Timol Secondary School is a fee-charging school (Q5) in the Gauteng West district. Annual fees are set by the SGB and apply to all enrolled learners.
What is the quintile of Ahmed Timol Secondary School and what does it mean for fees?
Ahmed Timol Secondary School is a Quintile 5 school (the top funding band), typically associated with the highest fees among public schools. Located in Krugersdorp, Azaadville, Gauteng in the Gauteng West district, the SGB sets the fee schedule annually based on facilities, staffing and programmes offered.
How to apply
To enrol your child at Ahmed Timol Secondary School, families in Gauteng apply via the GDE Online Admissions online system, with confirmation handled by Ahmed Timol Secondary School. The exact Grade 8 (and other grade transfers) process in the Gauteng West education district is summarised below.
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Confirm availability with Ahmed Timol Secondary School
Call 011 413 1323 to confirm whether Ahmed Timol Secondary School has open places for the year you're applying.
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Start the application
Register on the GDE Online Admissions portal when applications open and select Ahmed Timol Secondary School as a preferred school.
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Submit your documents
Upload all required documents to the GDE 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, Ahmed Timol Secondary School (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 GDE Online Admissions dashboard for the placement outcome. If accepted, complete on-site registration at Ahmed Timol 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 Ahmed Timol Secondary School for the next school year?
To apply to Ahmed Timol Secondary School for the next academic year, register on the GDE Online Admissions portal during the official admission window and select Ahmed Timol Secondary School as a preferred school. GDE Online Admissions for Grade 1 and Grade 8 typically opens around July of the preceding year. For confirmation of available places, contact Ahmed Timol Secondary School via phone 011 413 1323.
What documents do I need to apply at Ahmed Timol Secondary School?
Ahmed Timol 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 Ahmed Timol Secondary School (phone 011 413 1323) for any school-specific requirements and to verify what must be uploaded to the GDE Online Admissions.