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Gekombineerde School Noorderlig

Public combined school, ordinary & technical specialisation · Benoni, Benoni, Gauteng · Ekurhuleni North district (3 circuit)

In Benoni, Gekombineerde School Noorderlig operates as a public combined school. The school's latest NSC pass rate stands at 91.9%.

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On this page, you will find the key facts about Gekombineerde School Noorderlig: where it is, how to apply, what it costs and how its matric results have performed.

Gekombineerde School Noorderlig is a public combined school serving families in and around Benoni. The school falls under quintile Q5 and charges school fees.

1,557
Learners
62
Educators
QQ5 · R1,500-R8,000/yr est.
Funding status
Ordinary & Technical
Specialisation
Good to know

More about this school

  • 'Gekombineerde Skool' means 'Combined School' in Afrikaans, serving both primary and high school phases.
  • Matric pass rate improved from roughly 72% (2019) to 88.65% (2020) under former principal Frikkie Smith.
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Gekombineerde School Noorderlig on the news

Fees and funding

Fee-charging school

As a fee-charging quintile Q5 school, Gekombineerde School Noorderlig sets school fees to supplement its state funding, with schools in this quintile typically charging an estimated R1,500 to R8,000 a year. Prospective parents should contact Gekombineerde School Noorderlig for its exact current amount.

Matric results

Three year NSC pass rate

2023 2024 2025

Gekombineerde School Noorderlig entered 149 candidates for the 2025 National Senior Certificate, achieving a 91.9% pass rate. That marks an improvement over the previous two years.

YearCandidates wroteAchieved NSCPass rate
20231348410.0%
202413110378.6%
202514913791.9%

Source: DBE National Senior Certificate School Performance Reports.

Subjects and results

Subject pass rates

Gekombineerde School Noorderlig reported results in 10 of these subjects. English First Additional Language led the field at 100%.

SubjectWroteAchievedPass rate
Mathematics462963.0%
Mathematical Literacy857487.1%
Physical Sciences371643.2%
Life Sciences554072.7%
Accounting161487.5%
Business Studies605185.0%
Economics372670.3%
Geography423788.1%
History322887.5%
English First Additional Language44100.0%

Source: DBE 2024 NSC School Subject Report.

District comparison

Ekurhuleni North district

5 other schools in Ekurhuleni North district, for comparison against Gekombineerde School Noorderlig.

  • Ikusasa Comprehensive School is noticeably bigger, teaching 2,593 learners against Gekombineerde School Noorderlig's 1,557; is a public secondary school, a different phase than Gekombineerde School Noorderlig; charges fees under quintile Q3; and posted a very similar matric pass rate (93.1% against Gekombineerde School Noorderlig's 91.9%).
  • Winnie Mandela Secondary School is noticeably bigger, teaching 2,591 learners against Gekombineerde School Noorderlig's 1,557; is a public secondary school, a different phase than Gekombineerde School Noorderlig; charges fees under quintile Q1; and posted a lower matric pass rate, 76.4% against Gekombineerde School Noorderlig's 91.9%.
  • Unity Secondary School is noticeably bigger, teaching 2,575 learners against Gekombineerde School Noorderlig's 1,557; is a public secondary school, a different phase than Gekombineerde School Noorderlig; charges fees under quintile Q5; and posted a lower matric pass rate, 82.3% against Gekombineerde School Noorderlig's 91.9%.
  • Masisebenze Comprehensive School teaches considerably more learners than Gekombineerde School Noorderlig, 2,531 compared with 1,557; is a public secondary school, a different phase than Gekombineerde School Noorderlig; and charges fees under quintile Q4.
  • Lesiba Secondary School teaches considerably more learners than Gekombineerde School Noorderlig, 2,515 compared with 1,557; is a public secondary school, a different phase than Gekombineerde School Noorderlig; charges fees under quintile Q5; and posted a higher matric pass rate, 97.5% against Gekombineerde School Noorderlig's 91.9%.

Benoni

Zooming into Benoni, here are 5 other schools to compare against Gekombineerde School Noorderlig.

  • Unity Secondary School is noticeably bigger, teaching 2,575 learners against Gekombineerde School Noorderlig's 1,557; is a public secondary school, a different phase than Gekombineerde School Noorderlig; charges fees under quintile Q5; and posted a lower matric pass rate, 82.3% against Gekombineerde School Noorderlig's 91.9%.
  • Lesiba Secondary School teaches considerably more learners than Gekombineerde School Noorderlig, 2,515 compared with 1,557; is a public secondary school, a different phase than Gekombineerde School Noorderlig; charges fees under quintile Q5; and posted a higher matric pass rate, 97.5% against Gekombineerde School Noorderlig's 91.9%.
  • Hulwazi Secondary School teaches considerably more learners than Gekombineerde School Noorderlig, 2,338 compared with 1,557; is a public secondary school, a different phase than Gekombineerde School Noorderlig; charges fees under quintile Q3; and posted a lower matric pass rate, 86.8% against Gekombineerde School Noorderlig's 91.9%.
  • Vezukhono Secondary School is a similar size to Gekombineerde School Noorderlig, with 1,823 learners against 1,557; is a public secondary school, a different phase than Gekombineerde School Noorderlig; charges fees under quintile Q1; and posted a lower matric pass rate, 81.7% against Gekombineerde School Noorderlig's 91.9%.
  • Sazakhela Primary School is a similar size to Gekombineerde School Noorderlig, with 1,819 learners against 1,557; is a public primary school, a different phase than Gekombineerde School Noorderlig; and charges fees under quintile Q2.
Admissions

How to apply

  1. Reach out to the school using the contact details below to check 2027 application windows, since these can shift from year to year.
  2. Gather the required documents ahead of time, including the learner's birth certificate, immunisation records, latest report, and proof of address.
  3. Submit the application through the school's own process, in person or online if the school offers that option.
  4. Provincial placement processes govern the relevant intake grade intake for the 2027 academic year, so allow time between applying and receiving confirmation.
Provincial admissions

Applying to Gekombineerde School Noorderlig for 2027

As a public school, Gekombineerde School Noorderlig follows Gauteng's centralised 2027 admissions process for Grade 1 and Grade 8, applied for online via the Gauteng Online Admissions System (the 2027 window ran from 5 August to 4 September 2026). See the video below for how it works, and the full Gauteng School Application Process Guide for the complete process.

Gauteng Department of Education: how to apply through the online admissions system.

Get in touch

Contact and location

Address
66, Combrink Street, Petit, Benoni, Benoni
Postal
02 Crystal Park 1515
Telephone
011 968 9931
EMIS number
700310284

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Frequently asked questions
Are applications open at Gekombineerde School Noorderlig?
Application windows are set by the school and the provincial education department rather than on one fixed national calendar, so the surest way to know is to ask Gekombineerde School Noorderlig directly, on 011 968 9931, what its current 2027 intake dates are.
How do you apply to Gekombineerde School Noorderlig?
Reach out to the school using the contact details below to check 2027 application windows, since these can shift from year to year. Gather the required documents ahead of time, including the learner's birth certificate, immunisation records, latest report, and proof of address. Submit the application through the school's own process, in person or online if the school offers that option. Provincial placement processes govern the relevant intake grade intake for the 2027 academic year, so allow time between applying and receiving confirmation.
Is Gekombineerde School Noorderlig the best school in Benoni?
On the numbers that are published, Gekombineerde School Noorderlig's matric pass rate of 91.9% is lower than LESIBA SECONDARY SCHOOL's 97.5%, the highest among the nearby schools we have data for.
How many other schools are there in Benoni besides Gekombineerde School Noorderlig?
Schoolhive lists at least 10 other schools in and around Benoni, including Unity Secondary School.
How big are the classes at Gekombineerde School Noorderlig?
Gekombineerde School Noorderlig reported 1,557 learners and 62 educators, a school-wide ratio of roughly 25 learners per educator. That's a whole-school average rather than a per-class figure, since actual class sizes vary by grade and subject.
Do you pay school fees at Gekombineerde School Noorderlig?
Yes, Gekombineerde School Noorderlig is a fee-charging school, with schools in its quintile typically charging an estimated R1,500 to R8,000 a year, though contact the school directly to confirm its exact current fee.
What are Gekombineerde School Noorderlig's matric results like?
Gekombineerde School Noorderlig's most recent National Senior Certificate pass rate was 91.9%, in 2025. That's up from 10% in 2023.
Is Gekombineerde School Noorderlig a public or private school?
Gekombineerde School Noorderlig is a public combined school. It falls under the government schooling system and receives state funding.
How can I contact Gekombineerde School Noorderlig?
You can call 011 968 9931. It is located at 66, Combrink Street, Petit, Benoni, Benoni.
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