Goodhope Senior Secondary School
| Goodhope Senior Secondary School | |
|---|---|
| Location | |
Private Bag 005, Goodhope Botswana | |
| Information | |
| Type | Public senior secondary school |
| Established | 2008 |
School district | Southern District |
| Grades | Form 4–5 |
| Enrolment | c. 2,000 (2017) |
Goodhope Senior Secondary School is a public senior secondary school in Goodhope, Southern District, Botswana. The school opened in 2008 and has been the subject of media reports concerning infrastructural challenges and student unrest.[1][2]
History
Goodhope Senior Secondary School opened in 2008. Early reports noted shortages of resources including books, desks, hostel equipment and water supply challenges.[3][2]
The school has experienced periods of student unrest and disciplinary incidents, including a rampage in 2014 and a temporary closure in 2017.[1]
A long-standing water shortage at the school was addressed in May 2019 with the commissioning of two boreholes.[2]
Academics and performance
In its early years, the school recorded a 39.27% pass rate in its first Botswana General Certificate of Secondary Education (BGCSE) results, placing sixth out of 28 schools.[3]
In 2018, the school recorded a 10.9% pass rate (Grade C or better).[2]
See also
References
- 1 2 "The shantytown that is Goodhope SSS". Mmegi. 22 September 2017. Retrieved 20 April 2026.
- 1 2 3 4 "Good Hope senior gets water". Daily News. 26 May 2019. Retrieved 20 April 2026 – via BOPA.
- 1 2 "Goodhope Senior School promises better results". Mmegi. 4 March 2010. Retrieved 20 April 2026.