While a remarkable number of schools under-performed in last year's matric year, Graeme College was only one percent off from a 100% pass rate.

The all-boys College reached 99 % in their overall 2009 matric results, down from 2008's 100 % pass rate.

“The boys not only enjoy the studying but the entire culture that makes the college what it is today," Headmaster Peter Reed said. He added that the staff at Graeme College are committed to ensuring and encouraging a culture of success within the school.

Strict and careful time-planning of the 2010 matric year will prove to be essential this year, as the soccer world cup will bring an imbalance to both working and studying terms. Learners will need to cover all the work on time before the examinations.

Extra-mural activities have a close relationship with the college's academics. “Greame College is very excited and passionate about education and our academics and extramural activities add a great deal to our wide success,” said Reed.

According to Reed, nothing has changed in their educational strategy and the 2010 matrics are following in the footsteps of old Graemians. He said that the fact that Graeme is an all-boys school gives its learners a kind of freedom that is different to co-ed schools.

A word of advice from the Principal: “I wish all 2010 matriculants well as they prepare for the final stage of their schooling life. Feed off your enthusiasm and show passion in your work and you shall find success.”