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Bophelo-Impilo Private

School-confirmed · 8 Sep 2026
CombinedIndependentNSC Exams EMIS: 700131979

Johannesburg, Johannesburg North, Gauteng

189 learners 9:1 ratio NSC

At a glance

Type
Independent combined
Fees
Independent, sets own fees
Exam body
NSC

Matric: 87.5% of candidates passed in 2025 (14 of 16). Of the 178 comparable independent schools in Gauteng with 2025 results, 18 scored lower.

Source: DBE EMIS Q3 2025 · NSC School Performance Report 2025 · Processed 8 Aug 2026

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What does Bophelo-Impilo Private say about itself?

Bophelo Impilo Private School is a reputable boarding school offering quality education from Grade 1 to Grade 12. The school is committed to academic excellence, sporting achievement, discipline, leadership, and the holistic development of every learner. With a safe, supportive, and structured boarding environment, Bophelo Impilo Private School provides learners with the opportunity to grow academically, socially, physically, and personally. The school is recognised for its strong performance in both academics and sports, supported by dedicated educators who encourage learners to discover their talents and reach their full potential. Bophelo Impilo Private School prepares learners for future success by developing knowledge, confidence, responsibility, character, and essential life skills. Educating Minds. Building Character. Inspiring Excellence.

Curriculum
NSC
Language of instruction
English, isiZulu, Afrikaans, Setswana
Medium by phase
English
Affiliation
Christian
Founded
1989
Grades offered
Grade 1 – Grade 12
Typical class size (as stated by the school)
30
School hours
07:30-15:00
Principal
Mr SB Nkosi

Subjects

MathematicsMathematical LiteracyLife OrientationAccountingBusiness StudiesEconomics

Sports & extramurals

NetballSoccerAthleticsChessDramaChoirPublic Speaking
Aftercare: Not available
Boarding: Available, R42 350/year, Experience education beyond the classroom in a safe, nurturing, and inspiring boarding environment where learners learn, grow, and thrive. At Bophelo Impilo Private School, we combine academic excellence, sporting opportunities, discipline, and personal development to prepare every learner for a successful future.
Transport: Not available

How do you apply to Bophelo-Impilo Private?

Admissions window: Rolling, Assessments in Term 4

1. Application Submission Submit the completed application form with all available supporting documents. 2. Interview & Assessment Learners may be required to attend an interview and/or aptitude assessment. 3. Acceptance Confirmation Successful applicants will receive confirmation of acceptance following the interview and assessment, subject to final academic results and available space. 4. Registration Accepted learners proceed with registration, including payment of the applicable registration

Registration fee: R1 700

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Application deadline: 2027-03-15

Confirm directly with the school before applying.

What does Bophelo-Impilo Private cost?

Grade 1 – Grade 12 R42 350 per year

Boarding and School Fees (For boarding learners only) Grade 1-6 R 3 000.00 per month Grade 7-12 R 3 850.00 per month School Fees (For Day Scholars Only) Grade 1-6 R 1 400.00 per month Grade 7-12 R 1 850.00 per month

Bursaries: Bursaries and Scholarships are allowed

Fees may change: always confirm with the school directly. Q1–Q3 public schools are no-fee schools by national policy.

Bophelo-Impilo Private, in their own words

Why do families choose your school?

Yes, Apply Early for Grade 8

What does your school do uniquely well?

We uniquely combine academic excellence, sporting achievement, and quality boarding to develop confident, disciplined, and future-ready learners.

What might families find surprising about your school?

Families may be surprised by how our boarding environment combines personalised academic support, sporting excellence, and holistic learner development under one roof.

What should parents know before applying?

Parents should know that admission is subject to the application process, assessment, academic suitability, and availability of space.

What kind of school is Bophelo-Impilo Private?

Bophelo-Impilo Private is an independent combined school in Johannesburg, within the Johannesburg North education district of the Gauteng. EMIS records it as a small school with 189 enrolled learners and 21 educators, giving a learner-to-educator ratio of 9:1.

Matric candidates write the National Senior Certificate (NSC) administered by the Department of Basic Education.

The school falls within the City of Johannesburg Metropolitan Municipality local municipality. Among 499 Independent Combined schools in Gauteng, it has fewer learners per educator than 76% of similar schools. EMIS classifies the location as urban.

The school is at 2611 Cnr. 11th Avenue and Church Street, Johannesburg, and can be reached on 075 340 5422.

Note: The Urban/Rural classification is sourced directly from EMIS and may reflect historical registration data. See Data Limitations.

NSC Matric Results

87.5% of candidates passed in 2025 (14 of 16). Of the 178 comparable independent schools in Gauteng with 2025 results, 18 scored lower.

Show the peer dot plot & 3-year trend
2023
47.4%
9/19 passed
2024
69.7%
23/33 passed
2025
87.5%
14/16 passed

Each year reflects a different cohort. Year-on-year change does not necessarily indicate improvement or decline.

Pass rate by year (NSC)
YearPass rate
202347.4%
202469.7%
202587.5%
Pass rate distribution: independent schools in Gauteng (2025)40% 45% 50% 55% 60% 65% 70% 75% 80% 85% 90% 95% 100% Typical similar school: 100% Benoni Educational College: 48.8%Assemblies of God College: 65.2%Sedaven High School: 69.2%St Matthews Academy: 72.0%Prime Unique Academy: 72.2%Ekukhanyiselweni Christian School: 74.3%Elite College: 75.0%Dalpark Learning Academy: 77.5%Meridian Cosmo City: 80.8%Watershed Christian School: 81.0%Hilton Academy: 81.8%Dunctonwood Progressive School: 82.4%St Jeff College: 83.0%White House College: 83.3%Acudeo College Thornview: 84.8%Whitestone College: 85.7%Chrystal Springs Private School: 86.0%Mahlasedi High School: 86.9%Bophelo-Impilo Private: 87.5%Hope Fountain Combined College: 87.7%Curro Soshanguve: 88.1%Curro Pretoria: 88.9%Northwood Independent High School: 89.0%Acudeo College Protea Glen: 89.2%Franciscan Matric Project: 89.3%Curro Riverside: 89.3%Brakpan Opvoedkundige Sentrum: 89.5%Education Alive School: 89.5%Masibambane Private School: 89.8%St Aquinas-Pretoria Campus: 90.0%Princefield Trust School: 90.6%Vector High School: 90.9%Liberty Community School: 91.2%Amazing Grace Private School: 92.2%Newton House School: 92.7%Batho Pele Christian School: 92.9%Lambano Academy: 93.5%Queens Park Schools-Roodepoort: 93.9%Impact Tutorial Centre: 94.1%Immaculata Secondary School: 94.1%Jeppe Education Centre - Vereeniging: 94.2%Mel International School: 94.4%Ithuba-Lethu Secondary School: 94.4%Royal Kings School: 94.4%Sparrows Private School: 94.7%Acudeo College Crystal Park: 94.9%Maryvale College: 94.9%Basa Freedom School: 94.9%Derona Academy-Akademie Npc: 95.0%Amity International: 95.0%Kingswood Academy: 95.5%Benoni Christian School: 95.7%Central College: 95.7%El Shaddai Ministry Christian School: 95.8%Ashbury College: 95.9%Institute Status Acres Secondary School: 95.9%Curro Protea Glen: 95.9%Spartan High School: 96.2%Leap Science and Maths School: 96.2%Oxford Combined College: 96.3%Glen Austin High School: 96.3%St Aquinas College: 96.6%Jameson Junior and High School: 96.7%New Model Private College: 96.7%Iona Convent: 96.7%Lompec Independent Primary and Secondary School: 96.7%Pretoria Institute of Learning: 96.7%Taal-Net Training Institute: 96.8%Leap Science and Maths School (Independent): 96.9%Ed-U-College (VAAL): 96.9%Curro Savanna City: 97.1%Basa Protea Glen Combined School: 97.4%Star of Hope School: 98.0%Acudeo College Kirkney: 98.0%Christian Progressive School: 98.1%Mcauley House School: 98.2%Prestige College: 98.3%Charlton Vos College of Education: 98.4%Princess Park Secondary School and College: 98.6%Tersia King Learing Academy: 98.7%Curro Parkdene: 98.7%Basa Tutorial Institute: 99.0%Phoenix College of Johannesburg: 99.0%Jeppe Education Centre: 99.5%Supero Private Combined School: 100.0%Oos-Rand Akademie: 100.0%St Francis College: 100.0%Benoni Muslim School: 100.0%New Millenium College: 100.0%Betharry English Private School: 100.0%St Athanasius Orthodox Christian School: 100.0%Taal Net Beula Park: 100.0%Curro Clayville: 100.0%Falcon Educational School: 100.0%Balmoral College: 100.0%Hawk Academy: 100.0%Royal Schools Alberton: 100.0%Royal Schools Sky City: 100.0%Springs Muslim School: 100.0%Enderun College Springs: 100.0%Azaadville Muslim School: 100.0%Aster Academy: 100.0%Nur-Ul-Islam School: 100.0%New Gen Academy: 100.0%Alhuda Academy: 100.0%Ridgeway Muslim School: 100.0%Redwood Academy: 100.0%Johannesburg Polytech Institute: 100.0%Grantley College: 100.0%Rand Tutorial College: 100.0%Newgate College: 100.0%United Church Preparatory School: 100.0%Eden College: 100.0%Pride Learning Academy: 100.0%St Aquinas College-Alexandra Campus: 100.0%Abdullah Bin Salaam Islamic Centre: 100.0%Alpha Tutorial College: 100.0%Space Age Independent School: 100.0%Atlas Combined School: 100.0%Acts House of Education: 100.0%Doornfontein Girls College: 100.0%Gauteng City College: 100.0%Taalnet Glen Austin: 100.0%Qurtuba Islamic Academy: 100.0%Johannesburg Muslim School: 100.0%Rabasotho Combined School: 100.0%Concord College: 100.0%Brandcliff House: 100.0%Nizamiye School Mayfair: 100.0%Auckland Park Academy of Excellence: 100.0%Leap Science and Maths School: 100.0%Lenasia Muslim School: 100.0%Gibson Pillay Learning Academy: 100.0%Horizon International High School: 100.0%Providence Academy: 100.0%Jordao College: 100.0%Johannesburg Christian Academy: 100.0%Imbali Combined School: 100.0%Johweto Private Primary School: 100.0%Thula-Mntwana Independent School: 100.0%Vutomi High School: 100.0%Al-Aqsa Extension 10 School: 100.0%Greenlane College: 100.0%Stemridge Dishon School: 100.0%Destiny Charter Schools: 100.0%Bemssel College: 100.0%Lotus School of Excellence: 100.0%Concord College Mulburton: 100.0%St Martin De Porres High School: 100.0%Tulip Combined School: 100.0%Victory House Private School: 100.0%Seekers Private High School: 100.0%Skyline Combined School: 100.0%Institute for Quality Collegiate: 100.0%Fair Ridge Private School: 100.0%South-Hills Combined School: 100.0%Supreme Educational College: 100.0%Roshnee Islamic School: 100.0%El Tabernacle Christian College: 100.0%Gereformeerde Gekombineerde Skool Dirk Postma: 100.0%Sa College School: 100.0%Cornerstone College Sec. School: 100.0%Loreto Convent School: 100.0%Central Islamic School: 100.0%Greenwood College: 100.0%Pretoria Muslim School: 100.0%Elmar Independent School: 100.0%Pmt College: 100.0%Carpe Diem Academy: 100.0%Al-Asr Educational Institute Secondary School: 100.0%Al Ghazali Independent School: 100.0%Tukssport High School: 100.0%Raslouw Academy: 100.0%Duo Edu Senioronafhanklike Skool: 100.0%Watersrand Secondary School: 100.0%Queens Private School: 100.0%Wierda Independent School: 100.0%Gauteng Central College: 100.0%Amberfield College: 100.0%This school: 87.5% This school

87.5% pass rate in 2025. 18 independent schools in Gauteng scored lower, 160 scored higher.

Each dot is one school. The dashed amber line shows where the typical similar school sits: half score above, half below. Pass rates each year reflect a different group of students.

Pass rate distribution for independent schools in Gauteng in 2025
SchoolPass rate
Benoni Educational College48.8%
Assemblies of God College65.2%
Sedaven High School69.2%
St Matthews Academy72.0%
Prime Unique Academy72.2%
Ekukhanyiselweni Christian School74.3%
Elite College75.0%
Dalpark Learning Academy77.5%
Meridian Cosmo City80.8%
Watershed Christian School81.0%
Hilton Academy81.8%
Dunctonwood Progressive School82.4%
St Jeff College83.0%
White House College83.3%
Acudeo College Thornview84.8%
Whitestone College85.7%
Chrystal Springs Private School86.0%
Mahlasedi High School86.9%
Bophelo-Impilo Private (this school)87.5%
Hope Fountain Combined College87.7%
Curro Soshanguve88.1%
Curro Pretoria88.9%
Northwood Independent High School89.0%
Acudeo College Protea Glen89.2%
Franciscan Matric Project89.3%
Curro Riverside89.3%
Brakpan Opvoedkundige Sentrum89.5%
Education Alive School89.5%
Masibambane Private School89.8%
St Aquinas-Pretoria Campus90.0%
Princefield Trust School90.6%
Vector High School90.9%
Liberty Community School91.2%
Amazing Grace Private School92.2%
Newton House School92.7%
Batho Pele Christian School92.9%
Lambano Academy93.5%
Queens Park Schools-Roodepoort93.9%
Impact Tutorial Centre94.1%
Immaculata Secondary School94.1%
Jeppe Education Centre - Vereeniging94.2%
Mel International School94.4%
Ithuba-Lethu Secondary School94.4%
Royal Kings School94.4%
Sparrows Private School94.7%
Acudeo College Crystal Park94.9%
Maryvale College94.9%
Basa Freedom School94.9%
Derona Academy-Akademie Npc95.0%
Amity International95.0%
Kingswood Academy95.5%
Benoni Christian School95.7%
Central College95.7%
El Shaddai Ministry Christian School95.8%
Ashbury College95.9%
Institute Status Acres Secondary School95.9%
Curro Protea Glen95.9%
Spartan High School96.2%
Leap Science and Maths School96.2%
Oxford Combined College96.3%
Glen Austin High School96.3%
St Aquinas College96.6%
Jameson Junior and High School96.7%
New Model Private College96.7%
Iona Convent96.7%
Lompec Independent Primary and Secondary School96.7%
Pretoria Institute of Learning96.7%
Taal-Net Training Institute96.8%
Leap Science and Maths School (Independent)96.9%
Ed-U-College (VAAL)96.9%
Curro Savanna City97.1%
Basa Protea Glen Combined School97.4%
Star of Hope School98.0%
Acudeo College Kirkney98.0%
Christian Progressive School98.1%
Mcauley House School98.2%
Prestige College98.3%
Charlton Vos College of Education98.4%
Princess Park Secondary School and College98.6%
Tersia King Learing Academy98.7%
Curro Parkdene98.7%
Basa Tutorial Institute99.0%
Phoenix College of Johannesburg99.0%
Jeppe Education Centre99.5%
Supero Private Combined School100.0%
Oos-Rand Akademie100.0%
St Francis College100.0%
Benoni Muslim School100.0%
New Millenium College100.0%
Betharry English Private School100.0%
St Athanasius Orthodox Christian School100.0%
Taal Net Beula Park100.0%
Curro Clayville100.0%
Falcon Educational School100.0%
Balmoral College100.0%
Hawk Academy100.0%
Royal Schools Alberton100.0%
Royal Schools Sky City100.0%
Springs Muslim School100.0%
Enderun College Springs100.0%
Azaadville Muslim School100.0%
Aster Academy100.0%
Nur-Ul-Islam School100.0%
New Gen Academy100.0%
Alhuda Academy100.0%
Ridgeway Muslim School100.0%
Redwood Academy100.0%
Johannesburg Polytech Institute100.0%
Grantley College100.0%
Rand Tutorial College100.0%
Newgate College100.0%
United Church Preparatory School100.0%
Eden College100.0%
Pride Learning Academy100.0%
St Aquinas College-Alexandra Campus100.0%
Abdullah Bin Salaam Islamic Centre100.0%
Alpha Tutorial College100.0%
Space Age Independent School100.0%
Atlas Combined School100.0%
Acts House of Education100.0%
Doornfontein Girls College100.0%
Gauteng City College100.0%
Taalnet Glen Austin100.0%
Qurtuba Islamic Academy100.0%
Johannesburg Muslim School100.0%
Rabasotho Combined School100.0%
Concord College100.0%
Brandcliff House100.0%
Nizamiye School Mayfair100.0%
Auckland Park Academy of Excellence100.0%
Leap Science and Maths School100.0%
Lenasia Muslim School100.0%
Gibson Pillay Learning Academy100.0%
Horizon International High School100.0%
Providence Academy100.0%
Jordao College100.0%
Johannesburg Christian Academy100.0%
Imbali Combined School100.0%
Johweto Private Primary School100.0%
Thula-Mntwana Independent School100.0%
Vutomi High School100.0%
Al-Aqsa Extension 10 School100.0%
Greenlane College100.0%
Stemridge Dishon School100.0%
Destiny Charter Schools100.0%
Bemssel College100.0%
Lotus School of Excellence100.0%
Concord College Mulburton100.0%
St Martin De Porres High School100.0%
Tulip Combined School100.0%
Victory House Private School100.0%
Seekers Private High School100.0%
Skyline Combined School100.0%
Institute for Quality Collegiate100.0%
Fair Ridge Private School100.0%
South-Hills Combined School100.0%
Supreme Educational College100.0%
Roshnee Islamic School100.0%
El Tabernacle Christian College100.0%
Gereformeerde Gekombineerde Skool Dirk Postma100.0%
Sa College School100.0%
Cornerstone College Sec. School100.0%
Loreto Convent School100.0%
Central Islamic School100.0%
Greenwood College100.0%
Pretoria Muslim School100.0%
Elmar Independent School100.0%
Pmt College100.0%
Carpe Diem Academy100.0%
Al-Asr Educational Institute Secondary School100.0%
Al Ghazali Independent School100.0%
Tukssport High School100.0%
Raslouw Academy100.0%
Duo Edu Senioronafhanklike Skool100.0%
Watersrand Secondary School100.0%
Queens Private School100.0%
Wierda Independent School100.0%
Gauteng Central College100.0%
Amberfield College100.0%
Pass rate by subject and year
SubjectYearWroteAchieved 30%+Pass rate
Accounting202311100.0%
Business Studies20238450.0%
Business Studies2024171058.8%
Business Studies202512758.3%
Economics20235240.0%
Economics20253133.3%
Geography20238562.5%
Geography202416637.5%
Geography202513969.2%
History202310330.0%
History2024231147.8%
History20259777.8%
Life Sciences202311327.3%
Life Sciences20254375.0%
Mathematical Literacy2023131076.9%
Mathematical Literacy2024292275.9%
Mathematical Literacy2025201785.0%
Mathematics2023600.0%
Mathematics2024600.0%
Mathematics2025400.0%
Physical Sciences2023500.0%
Physical Sciences2025300.0%

Source: DBE NSC School Performance Report 2025; subject results: DBE NSC School Subject Reports 2024 & 2025. Methodology

What is the learner-to-educator ratio at Bophelo-Impilo Private?

How many learners there are per educator, compared to schools in the same quintile and phase. The educator count includes teachers, heads of department, and principals, so real class sizes are usually larger than this number suggests.

Fewer learners per educator than 76% of similar schools

(Independent Combined schools in Gauteng)

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Independent school

Privately-run with its own fee structure, curriculum flexibility, and admission policies. Registered with the Department of Education.

Small school

This school has 189 enrolled learners.

Combined school

Classified as a combined school in EMIS, covering both primary and secondary phases.

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2611 Cnr. 11th Avenue and Church Street, JohannesburgEMIS
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Johannesburg CBD4.1 km · 6 min
Rosebank11.5 km · 10 min
Sandton16.5 km · 16 min

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What other schools are near Bophelo-Impilo Private?

Other schools within a few kilometres. Proximity does not imply similarity: these schools may serve different phases, quintiles, or communities.

Mayfair Academy
CombinedIndependent
969 learners 30 educators 32:1

Fewer learners per educator than 5% of similar schools

Johannesburg · 0.2km away
Mayfair Convent
PrimaryIndependent
161 learners 11 educators 15:1

Fewer learners per educator than 42% of similar schools

Mayfair · 0.4km away
Crown Reef Primary School
PrimaryPublicQ5
683 learners 25 educators 27:1

Fewer learners per educator than 56% of similar schools

Mayfair · 0.5km away
Crown Reef Primary Mine School
PrimaryPublicQ4
620 learners 17 educators 37:1

Fewer learners per educator than 17% of similar schools

Johannesburg · 0.7km away
Nizamiye School Mayfair
CombinedIndependent
549 learners 45 educators 12:1

Fewer learners per educator than 56% of similar schools

Mayfair · 0.7km away

Schools serving similar communities

Other independent combined schools in Gauteng.

Grouped by sector, phase and province. Independent schools are fee-funded rather than quintile-funded, so they are not compared against public schools. This grouping is for browsing and is broader than the peer group used for the matric percentile above.

Mayfair Academy
CombinedIndependent
969 learners 30 educators 32:1

Fewer learners per educator than 5% of similar schools

Johannesburg
Nizamiye School Mayfair
CombinedIndependent
549 learners 45 educators 12:1

Fewer learners per educator than 56% of similar schools

Mayfair
Abs Academy
CombinedIndependent
47 learners 5 educators 9:1

Fewer learners per educator than 73% of similar schools

Mayfair

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School data: DBE EMIS Q3 2025. Matric results: NSC School Performance Report 2025. Subject results: NSC School Subject Reports 2024 & 2025. Infrastructure: NEIMS/EFMS 2021 (historical). Learner-educator comparisons group schools by quintile, phase and province; matric comparisons group by sector and province, plus quintile for public schools. The learner-educator ratio includes all staff classified as educators, so actual class sizes may differ. Learn about our methodology

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