Overview
Potchefstroom Gimnasium is a public secondary school (Grades 8–12) located in Die Bult, Potchefstroom, North West, South Africa. It currently enrols 1,030 learners and is staffed by 54 educators (a learner-to-educator ratio of approximately 19:1), operating as a fee-charging school (Q4). It falls within the Dr Kenneth Kaunda education district and achieved an excellent 2025 NSC matric pass rate of 100.0% (199 of 199 candidates).
Potchefstroom Gimnasium Secondary School Matric Performance
Since 2023, Potchefstroom Gimnasium has remained fairly steady, moving from a 99.5% pass rate to 100.0% in 2025, the most recent year, 199 learners sat the exam.
| Year | Wrote | Achieved | Pass rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 199 | 199 | 100.0% |
| 2024 | 183 | 182 | 99.5% |
| 2023 | 187 | 186 | 99.5% |
Source: 2025 NSC School Performance Report (DBE). Centre: POTCHEFSTROOM GIMNASIUM (9225098).
Subject pass rates
Potchefstroom Gimnasium offered 9 subjects at NSC level in 2025, achieving an overall subject pass rate of 98.5%. Mathematics performed strongest at 100.0%, while Economics was the weakest at 90.0%. 4 subjects recorded a 100% pass rate.
| Subject | Wrote | Achieved | 2025 pass rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mathematics | 93 | 93 |
100.0%
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| Mathematical Literacy | 106 | 106 |
100.0%
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| Physical Sciences | 71 | 70 |
98.6%
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| Life Sciences | 97 | 94 |
96.9%
|
| English (FAL) | 158 | 158 |
100.0%
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| Accounting | 46 | 43 |
93.5%
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| Business Studies | 75 | 74 |
98.7%
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| Economics | 30 | 27 |
90.0%
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| Geography | 47 | 47 |
100.0%
|
Benchmark against nearby schools
Compared with 11 other secondary schools in Potchefstroom.
Potchefstroom Gimnasium Secondary School's 2025 pass rate is 10.9 percentage points above the average for comparable schools in the area.
School fees
Q4 fees in North West typically fall within this band; Potchefstroom Gimnasium's exact 2027 fee is set by the SGB.
Public secondary school (Grades 8–12); fees regulated by the SA Schools Act.
Fee questions
How much are school fees at Potchefstroom Gimnasium for 2027?
For 2027, Potchefstroom Gimnasium (Q4) falls within a r1,500 – r8,000 per year (typical range) band and serves 1,030 learners in the Dr Kenneth Kaunda district. The SGB sets the precise fee annually; phone 018 293 0267 for the published amount.
Is Potchefstroom Gimnasium a no-fee school?
No, Potchefstroom Gimnasium is a fee-charging school (Q4) in the Dr Kenneth Kaunda district. Annual fees are set by the SGB and apply to all enrolled learners.
What is the quintile of Potchefstroom Gimnasium and what does it mean for fees?
Q4 classification places Potchefstroom Gimnasium among schools that charge moderate fees in the Dr Kenneth Kaunda district. The exact amount is set by the SGB each year based on the school's operational needs.
How to apply
Applications to Potchefstroom Gimnasium for Grade 8 (and other grade transfers) are submitted directly at the Potchefstroom Gimnasium 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 Potchefstroom Gimnasium
Call 018 293 0267 to confirm whether Potchefstroom Gimnasium has open places for the year you're applying.
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Start the application
Collect the official application form from 20 Molenstraat, Die Bult, Potchefstroom, 0747 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 Potchefstroom Gimnasium during the school's published admission window.
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Pay any required deposits or fees
If accepted, Potchefstroom Gimnasium (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
Wait for confirmation from Potchefstroom Gimnasium. 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 Potchefstroom Gimnasium for the next school year?
To apply to Potchefstroom Gimnasium for the next academic year, collect and submit the application form directly at Potchefstroom Gimnasium. In the North West, applications are made at the school during the published admission period. For confirmation of available places, contact Potchefstroom Gimnasium via phone 018 293 0267.
What documents do I need to apply at Potchefstroom Gimnasium?
Potchefstroom Gimnasium 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 Potchefstroom Gimnasium (phone 018 293 0267) for any school-specific requirements.