Overview
Lotus School of Excellence is a independent combined school (Grades R–12) located in Lenasia, Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa. It currently enrols 293 learners and is staffed by 30 educators (a learner-to-educator ratio of approximately 10:1), operating as a fee-charging school. It falls within the Johannesburg South education district and achieved an excellent 2025 NSC matric pass rate of 100.0% (46 of 46 candidates).
Lotus School of Excellence Matric Performance
Lotus School of Excellence's NSC pass rate has remained fairly steady over the past 3 years, from 97.6% in 2023 to 100.0% in 2025 (46 candidates writing in 2025).
| Year | Wrote | Achieved | Pass rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 46 | 46 | 100.0% |
| 2024 | 39 | 34 | 87.2% |
| 2023 | 42 | 41 | 97.6% |
Source: 2025 NSC School Performance Report (DBE). Centre: LOTUS SCHOOL OF EXCELLENCE (8400922).
Subject pass rates
Lotus School of Excellence offered 8 subjects at NSC level in 2025, achieving an overall subject pass rate of 93.8%. Mathematical Literacy performed strongest at 100.0%, while Mathematics was the weakest at 80.0%. 4 subjects recorded a 100% pass rate.
| Subject | Wrote | Achieved | 2025 pass rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mathematics | 15 | 12 |
80.0%
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| Mathematical Literacy | 31 | 31 |
100.0%
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| Physical Sciences | 15 | 15 |
100.0%
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| Life Sciences | 34 | 29 |
85.3%
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| Accounting | 2 | 2 |
100.0%
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| Business Studies | 19 | 18 |
94.7%
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| Geography | 8 | 8 |
100.0%
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| History | 36 | 35 |
97.2%
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Benchmark against nearby schools
Compared with 15 other combined schools in Lenasia.
Lotus School of Excellence's 2025 pass rate is 5.8 percentage points above the average for comparable schools in the area.
School fees
Private school fees vary widely. Request the official 2027 fee schedule from Lotus School of Excellence directly.
Private combined school (Grades R–12); fees set by the school.
Fee questions
How much are school fees at Lotus School of Excellence for 2027?
Lotus School of Excellence is a fee-charging independent school in the Johannesburg South district. Indicative 2027 fees: R20,000 – R250,000+ per year (typical range). Exact fees are confirmed by the School Governing Body before the school year begins. To get the official 2027 fee schedule, phone 011 857 1078.
Is Lotus School of Excellence a no-fee school?
Lotus School of Excellence does charge school fees. The amount is reviewed and approved annually by the School Governing Body.
What is the quintile of Lotus School of Excellence and what does it mean for fees?
As an independent (private) school in the Johannesburg South district, Lotus School of Excellence is not assigned a government quintile. Its fee structure is set by the school's governing body and reflects the facilities, curriculum and programmes offered in Lenasia, Lenasia Ext 10, Gauteng.
How to apply
To enrol your child at Lotus School of Excellence, families in Gauteng apply via the GDE Online Admissions online system, with confirmation handled by Lotus School of Excellence. The exact Grade R, Grade 1 or Grade 8 process in the Johannesburg South education district is summarised below.
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Confirm availability with Lotus School of Excellence
Call 011 857 1078 to confirm whether Lotus School of Excellence 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 Lotus School of Excellence 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, Lotus School of Excellence (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 Lotus School of Excellence.
- 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 Lotus School of Excellence for the next school year?
Lotus School of Excellence processes applications online via the GDE Online Admissions. GDE Online Admissions for Grade 1 and Grade 8 typically opens around July of the preceding year. Reach the school directly via phone 011 857 1078 to confirm openings in the Johannesburg South district.
What documents do I need to apply at Lotus School of Excellence?
When applying to Lotus School of Excellence, you'll typically need: • 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) Additional items may be requested by Lotus School of Excellence depending on the grade; confirm via phone 011 857 1078.