Overview
Boke is a public secondary school (Grades 8–12) located in Tzaneen, Limpopo, South Africa. It currently enrols 860 learners and is staffed by 28 educators (a learner-to-educator ratio of approximately 31:1), and is officially classified as a no-fee school under Q1. It falls within the Mopani West education district and achieved a strong 2025 NSC matric pass rate of 88.3% (113 of 128 candidates).
Boke Secondary School Matric Performance
Boke's NSC pass rate has improved over the past 3 years, from 82.0% in 2023 to 88.3% in 2025 (128 candidates writing in 2025).
| Year | Wrote | Achieved | Pass rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 128 | 113 | 88.3% |
| 2024 | 93 | 82 | 88.2% |
| 2023 | 89 | 73 | 82.0% |
Source: 2025 NSC School Performance Report (DBE). Centre: BOKE SECONDARY (7082202).
Subject pass rates
Boke offered 11 subjects at NSC level in 2025, achieving an overall subject pass rate of 88.8%. English (FAL) performed strongest at 100.0%, while Mathematics was the weakest at 53.3%. 2 subjects recorded a 100% pass rate (English (FAL), Agricultural Sciences). 1 subject fell below a 60% pass rate (Mathematics).
| Subject | Wrote | Achieved | 2025 pass rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mathematics | 30 | 16 |
53.3%
|
| Mathematical Literacy | 98 | 83 |
84.7%
|
| Physical Sciences | 23 | 17 |
73.9%
|
| Life Sciences | 36 | 35 |
97.2%
|
| English (FAL) | 128 | 128 |
100.0%
|
| Accounting | 7 | 5 |
71.4%
|
| Business Studies | 57 | 47 |
82.5%
|
| Economics | 49 | 45 |
91.8%
|
| Geography | 43 | 38 |
88.4%
|
| History | 48 | 44 |
91.7%
|
| Agricultural Sciences | 27 | 27 |
100.0%
|
Benchmark against nearby schools
Compared with 27 other secondary schools in Tzaneen.
Boke Secondary School's 2025 pass rate is 2.0 percentage points above the average for comparable schools in the area.
School fees
Boke charges no tuition fees. Plan instead for uniforms, stationery and learner transport.
Public secondary school (Grades 8–12); fees regulated by the SA Schools Act.
Fee questions
How much are school fees at Boke for 2027?
Boke is a no-fee public secondary school (Grades 8–12) in Tzaneen, Limpopo, so parents pay no tuition fees for 2027. All 860 enrolled learners attend at no charge. Budget instead for uniforms, stationery and transport. For voluntary contributions or admission fees, phone 099.
Is Boke a no-fee school?
Boke is classified no-fee under Q1 and forms part of the state-funded schools serving Tzaneen, Limpopo. Parents pay no tuition fees.
What is the quintile of Boke and what does it mean for fees?
Classified as Q1 by the Department of Basic Education, Boke falls within the no-fee category, meaning the 860 learners attending here in Tzaneen, Limpopo pay no school fees.
How to apply
To enrol your child at Boke, families in Limpopo apply directly at the Boke school office. The exact Grade 8 (and other grade transfers) process in the Mopani West education district is summarised below.
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Confirm availability with Boke
Call 099 to confirm whether Boke has open places for the year you're applying.
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Start the application
Collect the official application form from Bokhuta Village; P.O Deerpark; Tzaneen;850 or download it from the Limpopo Department of Education website.
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Submit your documents
Submit the completed form and certified copies of all supporting documents to Boke during the school's published admission window.
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Pay any required deposits or fees
Boke is a no-fee school (Q1), so no tuition is payable. Budget for uniforms and stationery.
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Confirm placement and enrol
Wait for confirmation from Boke. If declined, you may appeal at the Mopani West district office under the Limpopo 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 Boke for the next school year?
Boke processes applications at the school office. In Limpopo, applications are completed at the school and processed via the circuit office. Reach the school directly via phone 099 to confirm openings in the Mopani West district.
What documents do I need to apply at Boke?
When applying to Boke, 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 Boke depending on the grade; confirm via phone 099.