Pinelands High School is proud to boast the top student in South Africa, the top two students in the Western Cape, and the first and second positions among Quintile 5 schools in South Africa.

Rayyan Ebrahim earned the prestigious title of Top Achiever in South Africa with an extraordinary aggregate of 97.6%. This monumental accomplishment is due to his dedication, resilience and hard work.

Our second top achiever Matthew Wise has also received national recognition, securing second place among learners from quintile five schools with an aggregate of 96.7%. His exceptional performance reflects his commitment to academic excellence. Quintile five schools are public schools that serve the least poor communities.

Recognition goes to our top three students who all achieved aggregates above 90%:

  • Rayyan Ebrahim (9 As) including 98% for Accounting, 99% for Further Studies Maths (Standard), 100% in Physical Science.

  • Matthew Wise (9 As) including 99% for Accounting, EGD (Engineering Graphics and Design) and Physical Science and 100% in Mathematics.

  • Leigh Fransman (7 As) including 94% for Afrikaans, Life Sciences and Life Orientation

Another 17 students achieved aggregates of 80% or more.

The class produced a sound Bachelor’s pass rate of 86.1% and a pass rate of 100%. There were some exceptional individual results and many young people and their families were overjoyed. These outstanding results are a reflection of their resilience, dedication and the support of their teachers and parents. We are incredibly proud of their achievements and the legacy they leave behind. The results underscore the school’s commitment to a culture of excellence and preparing students to excel both academically and beyond.

Top Achievers Photo

Back row: Steven de Villliers, Robin le Roux, Qua-eed Abrahams, Uzair Allie, Amaan Waggie, Leah (Lucien) Adams, Hanaa Khan, Maariya Khan

Middle row: Ian Moodley, Shannon Jansen van Rensburg, Megan (Max) Bezuidenhout, Valerie Makurudza, Jesse Cloete

Front row: Leigh Fransman, Nur van der Schyff, Matthew Wise, Rayyan Ebrahim, Jesse Smith, Athra Toffar

Insert: Jihae Choi