Creston College’s consistent success in the IEB examinations is attributed to its highly experienced and passionate subject specialists who dedicate themselves to ensuring the achievement of goals.
This year, matriculants once again achieved remarkable results, boasting a 100% pass rate (IEB 98,45%), a 96,15% Bachelor’s degree pass rate (IEB 88,59%) and a 100% qualification for tertiary studies – a truly outstanding accomplishment. Noteworthy achievements include 41 subject distinctions (1,57 subject distinctions per learner), with key subjects demonstrating excellent academic performance.
The top achievers for 2023 are:
1. Meriqè Pillay: Seven distinctions – A aggregate (90,7% average); top 5% in IEB examinations in six or more subjects; rating level 7 in Life Orientation; top 1% in Life Sciences.
Meriqè, Creston’s top achiever with an average of 90,7% in his IEB examinations, has demonstrated dedication and consistency throughout his 15 years. In addition to academic excellence, Meriqè has excelled in various sports, achieving notable accomplishments in chess, athletics and hockey. As a leader, he served as deputy head boy, consistently securing academic top 10 positions. Meriqè’s achievements include being the Dux Approxime in Grade 7, ranking in the top 95 in South Africa for the Junior Maths Olympiad in Grade 9 and excelling in Conquestas. He received ‘honours with tie’ as he achieved an impressive 92% aggregate in his Grade 12 year.
2. Dallin Naicker: Seven distinctions – A aggregate (85% average in his IEB examinations); Platinum Award for Conquesta Olympiad; ranked second in Grade 12 with a 91% average in his Grade 12 year.
Dallin, a distinguished learner has consistently excelled academically, earning numerous distinctions and accolades since primary school. Known for his respectful demeanour, he received the Platinum Award for the Conquesta Olympiad and served as an inspirational academic captain. As an SRC member and prefect, Dallin continued to showcase his positive attitude. In Grade 12, he maintained his exceptional performance, ranking second with a 91% average which earned him ‘honours with tie’ recognition. Dallin’s future looks promising, with provisional acceptance to WITS and aspirations to pursue Actuarial Sciences and international career opportunities.
3. Smamukele Prosper Mlondo (head boy 2023): four distinctions – A aggregate (81,42% average).
4. Slondiwe Ndwalane (house captain): Top 1% in isiZulu FAL; three distinctions (76,14% average).
5. Anela Vundla (head girl 2023): Three distinctions (72,57% average).
The executive head, Noel Coetzee, and staff take pride in these learners and commend staff for their contribution to these remarkable results.
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