Result highlights: 100% Bachelor Pass, 135 distinctions and 22 top achievers

Johannesburg, 14 January 2025: Future Nation Schools (FNS) proudly announces the exceptional achievements of its Class of 2024 in the Independent Examinations Board (IEB) matric exams. With a 100% Bachelor Pass rate and 135 distinctions achieved, FNS students have once again set a standard of excellence and resilience. This underscores the success of the institution’s commitment to quality academics, resilience, innovation and the development of 21^st-century skills and competencies through its unique Project-Based Learning (PBL) approach to teaching and learning.

Top achievers recognised for excellence

This year’s results reflect an average of 1.8 distinctions per student, with the top-performing FNS student achieving 7 distinctions. Additionally, 22 students earned recognition as top achievers, each securing 3 or more distinctions.

These students are:

7 Distinctions: Oyena Mzendana

6 Distinctions: Asiphe Cele, Galaletsang Mosweu and Kananelo Molokwane

4 Distinctions: Amogelang Mabuela, Amogelang Moroe, Kgosimolema Modise and Oratilwe Kunene

3 Distinctions: Amahle Khulu, Basetsana Kgasi, Isaac Motala, Katleho Molaba, Keratilwe Mphanya, Khazimla Sibeko, Khethelo Ndwandwe, Lydia Phasha, Nompumelelo Kubeka, Olorato Seutloali, Rorisang Ranaka, Thoriso Nyama, Tshegofatso Mosiane and Tsiko Nemungadi

Leadership perspective

The school’s newly appointed CEO, Nkanyezi Makhari, expressed immense pride in the achievements of the Class of 2024:

“Congratulations to the Class of 2024! These results reflect our students’ dedication, the tireless efforts of our educators and the unwavering support of our parents. At Future Nation Schools, we are not just preparing students to pass exams – we are shaping leaders, innovators and problem-solvers who are ready to thrive in a dynamic world. As the fourth matric cohort to graduate from Future Nation Schools, the Class of 2024’s success reinforces our commitment to our unique PBL approach, which prioritises deep understanding and long-term retention of knowledge through real-world applications, the development of 21^st-century skills and the seamless integration of technology into learning.”

A legacy of excellence, a future of possibilities

Over the past three years, Future Nation Schools has proudly maintained a 100% IEB pass rate, solidifying its reputation as a leader in innovative education and educational prowess. The Class of 2024 has not only upheld this legacy but, having achieved 100% Bachelor Passes, has set a powerful example of what is possible when passion meets purpose and education transcends traditional boundaries.

Group founder Sizwe Nxasana reflects on this achievement:

“Every single graduate from our 2024 cohort has not only matriculated but emerges fully equipped for a life after school including entering university, higher education institutions and the professional world with confidence and clarity of purpose. These results are a testament to the power of PBL, an enhanced CAPS curriculum and our forward-thinking approach to education. Future Nation Schools doesn’t just equip for assessments – it unlocks doors to unlimited opportunities, global impact and bold leadership. Someday all schools will teach this way, but today, Future Nation Schools is already doing it.”