Elkanah House High School in Cape Town is celebrating another exceptional academic year following the release of the 2025 Independent Examinations Board (IEB) matric results. With a flawless 100% pass rate, all 78 candidates successfully completed their final school examinations, a proud moment that reflects the school’s continued commitment to academic rigour, personal growth and excellence.

Of the 78 students who wrote the examinations, an impressive 77 achieved Bachelor’s Degree (BD) passes, representing a 98.7% BD pass rate, while one student achieved a Diploma (D) pass. These outcomes reaffirm Elkanah House’s reputation for preparing students thoroughly for the demands of tertiary education and beyond.

The Class of 2025 distinguished itself not only through the pass rate, but through depth of academic performance. Collectively, students achieved an outstanding 208 Subject A symbols, including one Further Studies Mathematics distinction, alongside 168 Subject B symbols, which included a further 12 distinctions in Further Studies Mathematics and English. This equates to an average of 2.66 Subject A symbols per candidate, a remarkable achievement across a broad and demanding curriculum.

These results speak not only to academic ability, but to resilience, discipline and consistency, qualities that have defined the cohort throughout their high school journey.

Several students achieved exceptional individual results. Leading the cohort was Joshua Valentini, who attained an extraordinary 8 Subject A symbols.

Students achieving 7 Subject A symbols were: Kayleigh Botes, Reuben de Rooy, Amber Kohlhofer, Sid Oldroyd, Lethabo Rahube and Willow Rutters.

Those who earned 6 Subject A symbols include: Danielle Ellis, Mitchell Mackay, Meaghan Mawhinney, Tamika Mhango, Niah Nairn, Tyra von Mollendorff and India Webster.

These students exemplify academic excellence, commitment and a genuine love of learning.

Reflecting on the achievements of the Class of 2025, Principal Danielle Muller expressed immense pride in the cohort’s success: “These results represent far more than academic performance — they reflect the perseverance and integrity of this remarkable group of young people. Each distinction tells a story of determination, support and belief. Each result which is an improvement on past results speaks to a culture of excellence from students and staff. We are immensely proud of our students and excited to see how they will build on this performance to shape their futures and contribute to the world beyond our campus.”

The success of the Class of 2025 is the result of a collaborative effort between dedicated teachers, supportive families and students who embraced challenge with curiosity and courage. As they step into the next chapter of their lives, Elkanah House celebrates not only what they have achieved, but who they have become.

Congratulations to the Class of 2025, you have set a standard of excellence and inspired those who follow. The future is bright, and it is yours to shape.

Families that would like to join the Elkanah House community may visit the Open Day on Saturday, 7 March from 9-12.