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High School Bastion

Public secondary school, ordinary & technical specialisation · Krugersdorp, Krugersdorp, Gauteng · Gauteng West district (4 circuit)

Welcome to High School Bastion, a public secondary school serving Krugersdorp. Its last matric group achieved a 96.4% pass rate.

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High School Bastion is a public secondary school in Krugersdorp. The school falls under quintile Q5 and charges school fees.

802
Learners
44
Educators
QQ5 · R1,500-R8,000/yr est.
Funding status
Ordinary & Technical
Specialisation
Fees and funding

Fee-charging school

As a fee-charging quintile Q5 school, High School Bastion 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 High School Bastion for its exact current amount.

Matric results

Three year NSC pass rate

2023 2024 2025

High School Bastion entered 84 candidates for the 2025 National Senior Certificate, achieving a 96.4% pass rate. The pass rate has stayed fairly consistent over the past three years.

YearCandidates wroteAchieved NSCPass rate
202310610498.1%
202410410298.1%
2025848196.4%

Source: DBE National Senior Certificate School Performance Reports.

Subjects and results

Subject pass rates

High School Bastion reported results in 8 of these subjects. English First Additional Language had the strongest result, at 100%.

SubjectWroteAchievedPass rate
Mathematics231460.9%
Mathematical Literacy706998.6%
Physical Sciences10880.0%
Life Sciences342985.3%
Accounting121191.7%
Business Studies262076.9%
Geography242395.8%
English First Additional Language104104100.0%

Source: DBE 2024 NSC School Subject Report.

District comparison

Gauteng West district

5 other schools in Gauteng West district, for comparison against High School Bastion.

  • Badirile Secondary School is noticeably bigger, teaching 2,239 learners against High School Bastion's 802; charges fees under quintile Q4; and posted a lower matric pass rate, 84.5% against High School Bastion's 96.4%.
  • Mosupatsela Secondary School teaches considerably more learners than High School Bastion, 2,000 compared with 802; charges fees under quintile Q4; and posted a lower matric pass rate, 88.4% against High School Bastion's 96.4%.
  • Lesego Primary School is noticeably bigger, teaching 1,996 learners against High School Bastion's 802; is a public primary school, a different phase than High School Bastion; and charges fees under quintile Q2.
  • High School Noordheuwel is noticeably bigger, teaching 1,986 learners against High School Bastion's 802; charges fees under quintile Q5; and posted a higher matric pass rate, 100% against High School Bastion's 96.4%.
  • Letsatsing Primary Mine School is noticeably bigger, teaching 1,928 learners against High School Bastion's 802; is a public primary school, a different phase than High School Bastion; charges fees under quintile Q4; and posted a very similar matric pass rate (94.7% against High School Bastion's 96.4%).

Krugersdorp

Zooming into Krugersdorp, here are 5 other schools to compare against High School Bastion.

  • High School Noordheuwel is noticeably bigger, teaching 1,986 learners against High School Bastion's 802; charges fees under quintile Q5; and posted a higher matric pass rate, 100% against High School Bastion's 96.4%.
  • Tsakani Primary School is noticeably bigger, teaching 1,833 learners against High School Bastion's 802; is a public primary school, a different phase than High School Bastion; and charges fees under quintile Q3.
  • Thuthuzekani Primary School teaches considerably more learners than High School Bastion, 1,737 compared with 802; is a public primary school, a different phase than High School Bastion; and charges fees under quintile Q2.
  • Primary School Nooitgedacht Nr 88 teaches considerably more learners than High School Bastion, 1,696 compared with 802; is a public primary school, a different phase than High School Bastion; and charges fees under quintile Q4.
  • Lodirile Secondary School is noticeably bigger, teaching 1,541 learners against High School Bastion's 802; charges fees under quintile Q2; and posted a lower matric pass rate, 86.2% against High School Bastion's 96.4%.
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 Grade 8 intake for the 2027 academic year, so allow time between applying and receiving confirmation.
Provincial admissions

Applying to High School Bastion for 2027

Because High School Bastion is a public school in Gauteng, 2027 admissions are handled through the province's online admissions system rather than the school itself. Apply via the Gauteng Online Admissions System; the 2027 window for Grade 1 and Grade 8 ran from 5 August to 4 September 2026. Watch the video below for a walkthrough, or read the full Gauteng School Application Process Guide for full details.

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

Get in touch

Contact and location

Address
1, Trezona Avenue, Mindalore, Krugersdorp, Krugersdorp
Postal
Po Box 3158 Witbeeck 1729
Telephone
011 568 7500
Website
bastionhs.co.za
Email
ontvangs@bastionhs.co.za
EMIS number
700250191

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Frequently asked questions
Are applications open at High School Bastion?
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 High School Bastion directly, on 011 568 7500, what its current 2027 intake dates are.
How do you apply to High School Bastion?
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 Grade 8 intake for the 2027 academic year, so allow time between applying and receiving confirmation.
Is High School Bastion the best school in Krugersdorp?
On the numbers that are published, High School Bastion's matric pass rate of 96.4% is lower than HOËRSKOOL NOORDHEUWEL's 100%, the highest among the nearby schools we have data for.
How many other schools are there in Krugersdorp besides High School Bastion?
Schoolhive lists at least 10 other schools in and around Krugersdorp, including Hoërskool Noordheuwel.
How big are the classes at High School Bastion?
High School Bastion reported 802 learners and 44 educators, a school-wide ratio of roughly 18 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 High School Bastion?
Yes, High School Bastion 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 High School Bastion's matric results like?
High School Bastion's most recent National Senior Certificate pass rate was 96.4%, in 2025. It has stayed close to 98.1% since 2023.
Is High School Bastion a public or private school?
High School Bastion is a public secondary school. It falls under the government schooling system and receives state funding.
How can I contact High School Bastion?
You can call 011 568 7500. It is located at 1, Trezona Avenue, Mindalore, Krugersdorp, Krugersdorp.
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