Our Impact

A Legacy of Academic Excellence

Under the leadership of Principal Mosima Thelma Teffu, and in partnership with the Khaiso Foundation NPC, teachers, and the School Governing Body, Khaiso High School has achieved consistent, awardwinning academic growth.

By investing in learners and teachers alike, the Foundation has ensured:

Higher subject pass rates across the board.
Improved performance in traditionally challenging subjects like Mathematics and Physical Sciences.
A strong culture of accountability, discipline, and academic ambition that continues to inspire both learners and educators.

From Good to Great: Raising Academic Excellence in Physical Science and Mathematics

Mathematics improved from 77.8% in 2022 → 92% in 2024, a +14% growth demonstrating the success of Khaiso Foundation’s educator development and learner support programs.
Physical Sciences maintained a strong 93.1% in 2022 → 94% pass rate in 2024, a +1% up, confirming sustained performance in this traditionally challenging subject.
Consistent 100% pass rates in English FAL and Sepedi HL.
Overall school performance rose from 96.3% to 99.3% (+3% growth), confirming Khaiso as a top-performing school.

Investing in Excellence: Khaiso High School’s Journey of Distinctions

Pass Rates: Steady rise from 86% (2018) to 99.3% (2024), positioning Khaiso as a leader in the Seshego Circuit.
Distinctions: From 35 in 2018 to a record-breaking 108 in 2023, showcasing academic depth and excellence.
Top Rankings: Repeatedly ranked 1st in the Seshego Circuit (multiple years), Top 3 in Capricorn South District, and among the Top 10 schools for Bachelor’s passes.

Consistent Growth, Sustained Excellence (2022–2024)

Sustained Academic Excellence: This three-year performance snapshot reflects Khaiso High School’s continued upward trajectory under the support of the Khaiso Foundation NPC. Mathematics and Physical Sciences show clear improvement, while Languages, Business, and Social Sciences have maintained perfect 100% pass rates across all three years. The consistent rise in overall performance demonstrates the long-term impact of community investment and educational innovation.
Equity and Reach: Over 150 learners wrote core subjects, all achieving high pass rates, showcasing both academic excellence and access to quality education.
Beyond Academics: Learners excelled in innovation and leadership, achieving recognition in Human Rights, Consumer Studies, and Polokwane Hackathon competitions.
Recognition: Multiple SADTU Excellence Awards for outstanding performance.

Sustained Excellence (2022–2025)

Overall School Performance
Khaiso High School has maintained elite and stable performance, consistently above 96% over four years. This demonstrates strong leadership continuity and academic discipline.
- The 2024 peak (99.3%) reflects exceptional achievement.
- The 2025 result confirms resilience and sustainability, not decline.
Mathematics: A Structural Turnaround
Mathematics shows the strongest improvement trajectory and has shifted from a high-risk subject to a consolidated performance area.
- From 77.8% (2022) to 92% (2024).
- A slight correction in 2025 still leaves Maths well above historic baselines.
Physical Sciences: Flagship STEM Strength
Physical Sciences remains consistently strong, reaching its highest level in 2025. This confirms deep subject mastery and a strong STEM pipeline.
- Minimal volatility.
- Continuous improvement.

Bottom Line

Between 2022 and 2025, Khaiso High School has transitioned from performance improvement to performance sustainability, with Mathematics showing structural recovery and Physical Sciences leading the school’s academic identity. The results reflect not short-term gains, but disciplined, system-level academic strength.

Why This Matters?

Learners First: Every improvement in pass rates, every extra Bachelor’s pass, and every distinction earned opens new doors for our learners. These achievements aren’t just numbers — they’re future doctors, engineers, teachers, and leaders in the making.
Sustainable Excellence: Success at Khaiso isn’t a one-time story. By investing in both learners and educators, we’re building a system that delivers growth year after year, no matter the challenges.
Community Transformation: A desk, a book, a mentorship session — these may seem small, but together they create lasting change. With every contribution, we’re not just raising academic performance; we’re uplifting families, strengthening the community, and shaping futures.
And behind it all is the Khaiso Foundation NPC: What began as an NPO has now grown into a professionally branded NPC with a renewed vision, refreshed values, and broader impact. From rebranding and website revamps to deeper investments in learners and educators, the Foundation is not only transforming Khaiso High School — it is transforming its entire community.

The Khaiso Foundation is not just improving results – it is shaping futures. The 2016–2024 journey proves that when communities invest in education, excellence follows.

Community And Donor Impact - Your Support Shapes Futures

The Khaiso Foundation and partners have enabled success through vital contributions:

Meropa Casino renovated the Hospitality Centre
Khaiso Foundation donated 300 desks and funds for educator development annually.
Simama Ranta contributed R50,000 for the school’s garden & car wash projects.
Seshego Education Project provided interactive boards & science kits.