Overview
Botoka Comprehensive School is a public secondary school (Grades 8–12) located in Ikageng, Lesedi, North West, South Africa. It currently enrols 1,544 learners and is staffed by 53 educators (a learner-to-educator ratio of approximately 29:1), and is officially classified as a no-fee school under Q3. It falls within the Dr Kenneth Kaunda education district and achieved an excellent 2025 NSC matric pass rate of 93.7% (178 of 190 candidates).
Botoka Comprehensive School Matric Performance
Since 2023, Botoka Comprehensive School has remained fairly steady, moving from a 95.3% pass rate to 93.7% in 2025, the most recent year, 190 learners sat the exam.
| Year | Wrote | Achieved | Pass rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 190 | 178 | 93.7% |
| 2024 | 204 | 190 | 93.1% |
| 2023 | 190 | 181 | 95.3% |
Source: 2025 NSC School Performance Report (DBE). Centre: BOTOKA COMPREHENSIVE SCHOOL (9225012).
Subject pass rates
Botoka Comprehensive School offered 3 subjects at NSC level in 2025, achieving an overall subject pass rate of 96.0%. English (FAL) performed strongest at 100.0%, while Mathematics was the weakest at 64.7%. 1 subject recorded a 100% pass rate (English (FAL)).
| Subject | Wrote | Achieved | 2025 pass rate |
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| Mathematics | 17 | 11 |
64.7%
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| Physical Sciences | 17 | 14 |
82.4%
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| English (FAL) | 190 | 190 |
100.0%
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Benchmark against nearby schools
Compared with 3 other secondary schools in Ikageng.
Botoka Comprehensive School's 2025 pass rate is 12.0 percentage points above the average for comparable schools in the area.
School fees
Botoka Comprehensive 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 Botoka Comprehensive School for 2027?
Tuition at Botoka Comprehensive School for the 2027 academic year is R0; the school is officially classified as no-fee (Q3) by the Department of Basic Education in the Dr Kenneth Kaunda district. Parents may still need to cover uniform and stationery costs; phone 018 295 2009 for specifics.
Is Botoka Comprehensive School a no-fee school?
Yes, Botoka Comprehensive School is officially a no-fee school (Q3), recognised as such by the Department of Basic Education in the Dr Kenneth Kaunda district. No tuition is charged to any of its 1,544 learners.
What is the quintile of Botoka Comprehensive School and what does it mean for fees?
As a Q3 public secondary school (Grades 8–12) in the Dr Kenneth Kaunda district, Botoka Comprehensive School is funded entirely by the state under the no-fee policy applied to Quintiles 1 through 3.
How to apply
Applications to Botoka Comprehensive School for Grade 8 (and other grade transfers) are submitted directly at the Botoka Comprehensive School school office in the Dr Kenneth Kaunda education district. Below is the step-by-step process specific to North West.
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Confirm availability with Botoka Comprehensive School
Call 018 295 2009 to confirm whether Botoka Comprehensive School has open places for the year you're applying.
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Start the application
Collect the official application form from Cnr.Mulutsi & Mogotsi Str, Ikageng, Potchefstroom, 3747 or download it from the North West Department of Education website.
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Submit your documents
Submit the completed form and certified copies of all supporting documents to Botoka Comprehensive School during the school's published admission window.
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Pay any required deposits or fees
Botoka Comprehensive School 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 Botoka Comprehensive School. If declined, you may appeal at the Dr Kenneth Kaunda district office under the North West 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 Botoka Comprehensive School for the next school year?
To apply to Botoka Comprehensive School for the next academic year, collect and submit the application form directly at Botoka Comprehensive School. In the North West, applications are made at the school during the published admission period. For confirmation of available places, contact Botoka Comprehensive School via phone 018 295 2009.
What documents do I need to apply at Botoka Comprehensive School?
Botoka Comprehensive 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 Botoka Comprehensive School (phone 018 295 2009) for any school-specific requirements.