Fort Grey Public School
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Private high school
Canaan Academy
Coveridge, East London, Eastern Cape
Canaan Academy is a private high school in Coveridge, East London, Eastern Cape, in the Buffalo City education district. The Department of Basic Education classifies it as a secondary school. In 2025 it had 210 learners and 14 educators, about 15 learners per educator. That makes it about the same size as the average for private high schools in Eastern Cape (179 learners). In the 2025 matric exams, 77.8% of its 27 candidates passed (Eastern Cape average: 84.2%). As an independent school it sets its own fees and admission requirements, so contact the school directly for current fees.
Matric (NSC) results
77.8% of the school's 27 matric candidates passed in 2025, below the Eastern Cape average of 84.2%.
| Year | Wrote | Passed | Pass rate | Eastern Cape |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 26 | 24 | 92.3% | 85.1% |
| 2025 | 27 | 21 | 77.8% | 84.2% |
Source: Department of Basic Education, 2025 NSC School Performance Report. Pass rate = candidates who achieved the NSC ÷ candidates who wrote. It doesn't show bachelor passes, distinctions or learners who left before Grade 12.
School facts
| School type | Private high school |
|---|---|
| Phase (DBE) | Secondary School |
| Sector | Independent (private) |
| School fees | Fee-paying |
| Section 21 | No |
| Learners (2025) | 210 |
| Educators (2025) | 14 |
| Learners per educator | 15 (province average 14.4) Fewer learners per educator than 33% of 55 similar schools |
| EMIS number | 200200181 |
| Exam centre number | 4322122 |
Address and location
| Street address | Farm A70 Cove Ridge,cove Ridge,east London,5200 |
|---|---|
| Postal address | Farm A 70, Cove Ridge 5201 |
| Suburb / area | Coveridge |
| Town | East London |
| Province | Eastern Cape |
| Education district | Buffalo City |
| Municipality | Buffalo City Metropolitan Municipality |
Admissions
Independent schools run their own admissions. Contact the school for application dates, fees and entrance requirements.
Questions about Canaan Academy
Is Canaan Academy a public or private school?
Canaan Academy is a private high school, registered with the Department of Basic Education as an independent school.
How much are the fees at Canaan Academy?
Independent schools set their own fees, so contact the school for its current fee schedule, registration fee and deposit.
What is Canaan Academy's matric pass rate?
77.8% of its 27 candidates passed the 2025 NSC exams, against 84.2% for Eastern Cape. Earlier years: 2024 92.3%.
How many learners are at Canaan Academy?
210 learners and 14 educators (about 15 learners per educator) in 2025. That is fewer learners per educator than 33% of 55 similar schools in Eastern Cape.
What is the EMIS number of Canaan Academy?
Its EMIS number is 200200181. Its exam centre number is 4322122.
Where is Canaan Academy?
Farm A70 Cove Ridge,cove Ridge,east London,5200. It is in Coveridge, East London, Eastern Cape, in the Buffalo City education district. Phone 043 555 0958.
Schools near Canaan Academy
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Sinomonde Public School
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Umtiza High School
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Cove Ridge Primary School
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Mbulelo Public School
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Cranberry Primary School
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Alphendale Senior Secondary School
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67.3% matric 2025Source: DBE EMIS School Masterlist, Quarter 3 of 2025. Details can change; please confirm with the school.