Overview
Bona Lesedi Secondary School is a public secondary school (Grades 8–12) located in Mamelodi, Pretoria, Gauteng, South Africa. It currently enrols 1,743 learners and is staffed by 53 educators (a learner-to-educator ratio of approximately 33:1), and is officially classified as a no-fee school under Q1. It falls within the Tshwane South education district and achieved a strong 2025 NSC matric pass rate of 87.5% (182 of 208 candidates).
Bona Lesedi Secondary School Matric Performance
Since 2023, Bona Lesedi Secondary School has remained fairly steady, moving from a 86.2% pass rate to 87.5% in 2025, the most recent year, 208 learners sat the exam.
| Year | Wrote | Achieved | Pass rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 208 | 182 | 87.5% |
| 2024 | 251 | 224 | 89.2% |
| 2023 | 269 | 232 | 86.2% |
Source: 2025 NSC School Performance Report (DBE). Centre: BONA LESEDI SEC SCHOOL (8221474).
Subject pass rates
Bona Lesedi Secondary School offered 10 subjects at NSC level in 2025, achieving an overall subject pass rate of 86.4%. English (FAL) performed strongest at 100.0%, while Accounting was the weakest at 59.3%. 1 subject recorded a 100% pass rate (English (FAL)). 1 subject fell below a 60% pass rate (Accounting).
| Subject | Wrote | Achieved | 2025 pass rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mathematics | 40 | 30 |
75.0%
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| Mathematical Literacy | 168 | 148 |
88.1%
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| Physical Sciences | 39 | 38 |
97.4%
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| Life Sciences | 98 | 70 |
71.4%
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| English (FAL) | 208 | 208 |
100.0%
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| Accounting | 27 | 16 |
59.3%
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| Business Studies | 58 | 49 |
84.5%
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| Economics | 58 | 38 |
65.5%
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| Geography | 150 | 132 |
88.0%
|
| History | 111 | 98 |
88.3%
|
Benchmark against nearby schools
Compared with 15 other secondary schools in Mamelodi.
Bona Lesedi Secondary School's 2025 pass rate is 5.6 percentage points above the average for comparable schools in the area.
School fees
Bona Lesedi 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 Bona Lesedi Secondary School for 2027?
Tuition at Bona Lesedi 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 Tshwane South district. Parents may still need to cover uniform and stationery costs; phone 012 840 1036 for specifics.
Is Bona Lesedi Secondary School a no-fee school?
Yes, Bona Lesedi Secondary School is officially a no-fee school (Q1), recognised as such by the Department of Basic Education in the Tshwane South district. No tuition is charged to any of its 1,743 learners.
What is the quintile of Bona Lesedi Secondary School and what does it mean for fees?
As a Q1 public secondary school (Grades 8–12) in the Tshwane South district, Bona Lesedi Secondary School is funded entirely by the state under the no-fee policy applied to Quintiles 1 through 3.
How to apply
Bona Lesedi Secondary School accepts applications via the GDE Online Admissions online system, with confirmation handled by Bona Lesedi Secondary School in the Tshwane South education district. The steps and documents required for Grade 8 (and other grade transfers) are detailed below.
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Confirm availability with Bona Lesedi Secondary School
Call 012 840 1036 to confirm whether Bona Lesedi 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 Bona Lesedi 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
Bona Lesedi 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 GDE Online Admissions dashboard for the placement outcome. If accepted, complete on-site registration at Bona Lesedi 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 Bona Lesedi Secondary School for the next school year?
To apply to Bona Lesedi Secondary School for the next academic year, register on the GDE Online Admissions portal during the official admission window and select Bona Lesedi 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 Bona Lesedi Secondary School via phone 012 840 1036.
What documents do I need to apply at Bona Lesedi Secondary School?
Bona Lesedi 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 Bona Lesedi Secondary School (phone 012 840 1036) for any school-specific requirements and to verify what must be uploaded to the GDE Online Admissions.