Potchefstroom Gimnasium
Potchefstroom, North West · Dr Kenneth Kaunda
About Potchefstroom Gimnasium
Based in Potchefstroom, North West, Potchefstroom Gimnasium is a public secondary school located in an not specified setting under the Dr Kenneth Kaunda education district. Enrollment for 2025 reached 1030 learners with a teaching staff of 54, translating to a learner-educator ratio of 19:1. As a Quintile 4 school, it receives a lower per-learner government funding allocation. The school operates under Section 21 status, granting the School Governing Body financial autonomy over its budget.
Governance & Funding
Quintile Classification
Potchefstroom Gimnasium is classified as a Q4 school, which means it serves communities with lower poverty levels and may charge school fees.
Fee Status
Potchefstroom Gimnasium is a fee-charging school. Prospective parents should contact the school directly for information regarding the current fee structure and any available bursaries or payment plans.
Section 21 Status
Potchefstroom Gimnasium is a Section 21 school, meaning the School Governing Body (SGB) manages its own budget. This financial autonomy allows the school to make independent decisions regarding its operational needs without direct provincial administration.
Enrollment & Staffing
For the 2025 academic year, Potchefstroom Gimnasium reported a total enrollment of 1,030 learners with a teaching staff of 54 educators. This translates to a learner-to-educator ratio of 19:1, enabling relatively small class sizes and individualized attention.
Source: Department of Basic Education Annual Snap Survey (2025). Learner and educator counts are as reported by the institution.
Location
Potchefstroom Gimnasium is situated in Potchefstroom (Die Bult), within the North West province. The school falls under the Dr Kenneth Kaunda education district.
Administratively, the school is located in the Dr Kenneth Kaunda District Municipality, under the Jb Marks Local Municipality local municipality. The area is classified as not specified.
The school's physical address is: 20 Molenstraat, Die Bult, Potchefstroom, 0747. For postal correspondence, use: P.o. Box 20042, Noudberg, 2522.
Curriculum & Academics
Potchefstroom Gimnasium is classified as an ordinary school school offering a comprehensive curriculum within the secondary school phase of basic education.
History & Background
Potchefstroom Gimnasium was historically administered under the Department Of Education & Training(det) education department. Today, the school operates as a non-discriminatory public institution under the North West Department of Education.
Facilities & Infrastructure
The school's land is owned by govt and the school buildings are owned by govt.
Admissions
Prospective parents and guardians seeking enrollment for learners at Potchefstroom Gimnasium are advised to contact the school directly for the most current information regarding:
- Grade intake availability for the upcoming academic year
- Transfer and mid-year admission procedures
- School fee structure and payment options
- School uniform requirements and code of conduct
- Open day events and registration periods
Address & Contact Details
Address
20 Molenstraat, Die Bult, Potchefstroom, 0747
Potchefstroom, North West
Postal
P.o. Box 20042, Noudberg, 2522
Phone
+27 18 293 0267Enrollment (2025)
Learner:Educator Ratio
Below national average — favourable
Quick Info
EMIS Number
600101674
Department of Basic Education
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Data source: The information on this page is sourced from the Department of Basic Education's EMIS (Education Management Information System) annual Snap Survey (2025). While every effort is made to ensure accuracy, some fields may contain incomplete data where information was not provided by the institution during the survey period. Contact details are as reported by the school. We recommend verifying important information directly with the school before making decisions based on this data.