Rustenburg prison school aims for 100% pass rate

WHILE thousands of learners are anxiously awaiting their matric results today, educators and offender learners at Rustenburg prison school Thuto-Kitso Secondary School are aiming for a 100% pass rate and top accolades.

- ZELDA VENTER

They will have their national matric results announcement and award ceremony later this month, on January 19.

The Department of Correctional Services said they are confident that all the learners will pass, following an academic year defined by high discipline, perseverance, and consistent educator support. The school has a proven record of success, producing several top achievers and enabling numerous inmates to progress to tertiary education.

Educator Botshelo Tabane confirms the current cohort's determination to succeed. “This group is focused not only on passing but on excelling and surpassing previous records,” Tabane stated.