Heathfield High School Fees and Application Info
Heathfield High School is a fee-paying public secondary school located in Heathfield, Cape Town, operating under the Metro South Education District. The school serves a diverse community and offers a full curriculum of secondary school subjects. While the school has faced academic challenges, it has shown signs of improvement in subjects like Life Sciences and Mathematical Literacy, and continues to work on closing performance gaps in key areas such as Physical Sciences.
This page provides an overview of estimated school fees, matric subject outcomes, annual pass rate performance, and contact details.
Quick Facts:
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Location: Consta Road, Heathfield, Cape Town, 7945
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Postal Address: Consta Road, Heathfield, Cape Town, 7945
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District: Metro South Education District
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EMIS Number: 1009920
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Centre Number: 1009920
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Principal: Mr CD Davids
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School Type: Public Fee-Charging Secondary School
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Quintile: 5
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Municipality: City of Cape Town
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Phone Number: 021 715 4622
Estimated School Fees for 2025
While Heathfield High School does not publish its fees publicly, similar Quintile 5 Cape Town schools charge between R20,000 and R30,000 per learner annually.
| Item | Estimated 2025 |
|---|---|
| Annual School Fee | R25,000 |
| Monthly Payment (10 months) | R2,500 |
| Discounted Payment (by Feb) | R23,750 (5% off) |
Parents should confirm exact fees directly with the school finance office.
Projected School Fees for 2026 (5% Increase)
| Item | Estimated 2025 | Projected 2026 |
|---|---|---|
| Annual Fee | R25,000 | R26,250 |
| Monthly Fee | R2,500 | R2,625 |
| Early Payment (5% discount) | R23,750 | R24,938 |
Matric Subject Performance: 2024 vs 2023
| Subject | Year | Total Wrote | Passed (30–100%) | % Pass Rate |
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| Life Sciences | 2024 | 119 | 101 | 84.9% |
| Life Sciences | 2023 | 114 | 80 | 70.2% |
| Mathematical Literacy | 2024 | 91 | 60 | 65.9% |
| Mathematical Literacy | 2023 | 100 | 56 | 56.0% |
| Geography | 2024 | 93 | 76 | 81.7% |
| Geography | 2023 | 122 | 90 | 73.8% |
| History | 2024 | 101 | 85 | 84.2% |
| History | 2023 | 126 | 86 | 68.3% |
| Physical Sciences | 2024 | 42 | 11 | 26.2% |
| Physical Sciences | 2023 | 87 | 16 | 18.4% |
Some subjects have shown improvement (e.g. Mathematical Literacy, Life Sciences), but others such as Physical Sciences remain a challenge.
Overall Matric Pass Rate: 2022 – 2024
| Year | Progressed Learners | Total Wrote | Total Passed | Pass Rate |
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| 2022 | 17 | 134 | 82 | 61.2% |
| 2023 | 0 | 198 | 100 | 50.5% |
| 2024 | 22 | 159 | 116 | 73.0% |
While the pass rate dropped in 2023, the 2024 results show notable recovery, climbing back to 73.0%. This indicates positive momentum in academic support efforts.
How to Apply at Heathfield High School
To apply, parents must provide:
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Learner’s birth certificate or ID
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Latest academic report
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Proof of residence
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Parent/guardian ID copies
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Completed application form (available from the school)
Enrolment space is limited; early applications are encouraged for Grade 8.
Contact Details
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Physical Address: Consta Road, Heathfield, Cape Town, 7945
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Phone Number: 021 715 4622
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Principal: Mr CD Davids
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EMIS Number: 1009920
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Centre Number: 1009920
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District: Metro South Education District