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High School Garsfontein

Public secondary school, ordinary & technical specialisation · Pretoria, Gauteng · Tshwane South district (3 circuit)

Welcome to High School Garsfontein, a public secondary school serving Pretoria. The school's latest NSC pass rate stands at 99.4%.

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On this page, you will find what parents need to know about High School Garsfontein, from its location and fees to its admissions process and matric results.

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

1,979
Learners
105
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 Garsfontein 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 Garsfontein for its exact current amount.

Matric results

Three year NSC pass rate

2023 2024 2025

In 2025, 354 matric candidates from High School Garsfontein sat the National Senior Certificate exams, and 99.4% passed. The pass rate has stayed fairly consistent over the past three years.

YearCandidates wroteAchieved NSCPass rate
2023337337100.0%
2024368368100.0%
202535435299.4%

Source: DBE National Senior Certificate School Performance Reports.

Subjects and results

Subject pass rates

High School Garsfontein reported results in 10 of these subjects. The best-performing subject was Mathematical Literacy, with a 100% pass rate.

SubjectWroteAchievedPass rate
Mathematics21821297.2%
Mathematical Literacy152152100.0%
Physical Sciences15214494.7%
Life Sciences9595100.0%
Accounting9393100.0%
Business Studies17517197.7%
Economics565394.6%
Geography333297.0%
History4747100.0%
English First Additional Language356356100.0%

Source: DBE 2024 NSC School Subject Report.

District comparison

Tshwane South district

Here is how High School Garsfontein compares with 5 other schools listed under Tshwane South district.

  • Mahlasedi - Masana Primary School sits in roughly the same size range as High School Garsfontein, at 2,404 learners; is a public primary school, a different phase than High School Garsfontein; and charges fees under quintile Q1.
  • High School Waterkloof sits in roughly the same size range as High School Garsfontein, at 2,221 learners; charges fees under quintile Q5; and posted a very similar matric pass rate (100% against High School Garsfontein's 99.4%).
  • Olievenhoutbosch Secondary School is a similar size to High School Garsfontein, with 2,186 learners against 1,979; charges fees under quintile Q1; and posted a lower matric pass rate, 86.7% against High School Garsfontein's 99.4%.
  • Legora Primary School is a similar size to High School Garsfontein, with 2,176 learners against 1,979; is a public primary school, a different phase than High School Garsfontein; and charges fees under quintile Q1.
  • Nellmapius Primary School is a similar size to High School Garsfontein, with 2,157 learners against 1,979; is a public primary school, a different phase than High School Garsfontein; and charges fees under quintile Q1.

Pretoria

Zooming into Pretoria, here are 5 other schools to compare against High School Garsfontein.

  • Kutumela-Molefi Intm. Farm School sits in roughly the same size range as High School Garsfontein, at 2,668 learners; is a public primary school, a different phase than High School Garsfontein; and charges fees under quintile Q1.
  • Mahlasedi - Masana Primary School sits in roughly the same size range as High School Garsfontein, at 2,404 learners; is a public primary school, a different phase than High School Garsfontein; and charges fees under quintile Q1.
  • Sekampaneng Primary School is a similar size to High School Garsfontein, with 2,356 learners against 1,979; is a public primary school, a different phase than High School Garsfontein; and charges fees under quintile Q1.
  • Bagale Primary School is a similar size to High School Garsfontein, with 2,226 learners against 1,979; is a public primary school, a different phase than High School Garsfontein; and charges fees under quintile Q2.
  • High School Waterkloof sits in roughly the same size range as High School Garsfontein, at 2,221 learners; charges fees under quintile Q5; and posted a very similar matric pass rate (100% against High School Garsfontein's 99.4%).
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 Garsfontein for 2027

High School Garsfontein is a public school, so its 2027 admissions run through the Gauteng Department of Education's centralised online system. Applications for Grade 1 and Grade 8 are submitted via the Gauteng Online Admissions System; for the 2027 intake, applications ran from 5 August to 4 September 2026. The video below explains how the process works, and the full Gauteng School Application Process Guide covers it in full, including Schools of Specialisation assessments.

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

Get in touch

Contact and location

Address
1, Rolina Street, Garsfontein, , Pretoria
Postal
90001 Garsfontein 0042
Telephone
012 998 6096
Website
garsies.d6.co.za
EMIS number
700210187

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Frequently asked questions
Are applications open at High School Garsfontein?
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 Garsfontein directly, on 012 998 6096, what its current 2027 intake dates are.
How do you apply to High School Garsfontein?
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 Garsfontein the best school in Pretoria?
On the numbers that are published, High School Garsfontein's matric pass rate of 99.4% is lower than HOËRSKOOL WATERKLOOF's 100%, the highest among the nearby schools we have data for.
How many other schools are there in Pretoria besides High School Garsfontein?
Schoolhive lists at least 10 other schools in and around Pretoria, including Kutumela-Molefi Intm. Farm School.
How big are the classes at High School Garsfontein?
High School Garsfontein reported 1,979 learners and 105 educators, a school-wide ratio of roughly 19 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 Garsfontein?
Yes, High School Garsfontein 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 Garsfontein's matric results like?
High School Garsfontein's most recent National Senior Certificate pass rate was 99.4%, in 2025. It has stayed close to 100% since 2023.
Is High School Garsfontein a public or private school?
High School Garsfontein is a public secondary school. It falls under the government schooling system and receives state funding.
How can I contact High School Garsfontein?
You can call 012 998 6096. It is located at 1, Rolina Street, Garsfontein, , Pretoria.
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