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title: "George Royal Academy Celebrates 100% Matric Pass Rate, Empowering the Next Generation"
description: "George, South Africa – George Royal Academy (GRA) has achieved a remarkable milestone, celebrating a 100% matric pass rate for its students this year. Even more impressive, 50% of the graduating class earned Bachelor’s passes, opening doors to higher education and brighter futures."
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# George Royal Academy Celebrates 100% Matric Pass Rate, Empowering the Next Generation

> George, South Africa – George Royal Academy (GRA) has achieved a remarkable milestone, celebrating a 100% matric pass rate for its students this year. Even more impressive, 50% of the graduating class earned Bachelor’s passes, opening doors to higher education and brighter futures.

By George Royal Academy · Published 17 January 2025, 11:40 SAST · Updated 17 January 2025, 11:40 SAST

## Key points
- From its humble beginnings in 2008 as a sports outreach program, the George Royal Academy has transformed into a powerhouse of holistic education and mentorship, proving that with a dash of athleticism and a sprinkle of faith, even the toughest cycles of poverty can be broken—just ask their 100% pass rate!
- Founded in 2008, George Royal Academy (GRA) evolved from a sports program aimed at underprivileged youth into a non-profit private school dedicated to holistic development.
- GRA focuses on nurturing the next generation of Christian leaders through quality education, competitive sports, and personal development, offering full bursaries to selected students.
- The academy emphasizes values such as excellence, teamwork, and character development, empowering students to overcome poverty and transform their lives.
- Celebrating a recent 100% pass rate, Principal Hendri Swanepoel highlights the collective effort of students and staff in achieving this milestone, showcasing the potential of investing in youth.

## Content

GRA’s journey began in 2008 with the inception of Sports Academy George. Initially established as a program to connect with underprivileged children through sports, the initiative focused on building relationships, fostering unity, and providing mentorship. Recognizing the transformative potential of holistic development, the program evolved, and in January 2019 George Royal Academy, a non-profit private school dedicated to changing lives of youth in the underprivileged communities in George, opened.

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GRA aims to advance God’s kingdom by raising up the next generation of Christian leaders in the township communities. GRA offers a unique blend of quality education, competitive sports programs, and personal development. Students, selected for their sporting abilities, receive full bursaries that cover sports uniform, transportation, and meals, ensuring they can focus entirely on their academic and athletic pursuits.

The academy’s approach is built on the values of excellence, work ethic, teamwork, and character development. By integrating academic achievement with physical and spiritual growth, GRA aims to empower students to break the cycle of poverty and transform their lives.

![Image](https://www.dailymaverick.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/image006.jpg)

![Image](https://www.dailymaverick.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/image007.jpg)

The recent 100% pass rate is a testament to the academy’s commitment to fostering success. Principal Hendri Swanepoel expressed pride in the students, saying, “This achievement reflects the dedication of our students and the unwavering support of our teachers, mentors, and staff. It’s a reminder of what is possible when we invest in young people and their futures.”

More information about the school is available on its website: [https://www.sportsacademygeorge.com/](https://www.sportsacademygeorge.com/)

**DM**