"Historic Achievement”: North West Teacher Celebrates Six Matric Learners’ Top Physics Exam Results
- A North West teacher went viral after showcasing six of his matric physics learners who achieved outstanding results in trial exams
- His TikTok video earned praise on social media, with parents saying their learners are ready for final exams
- The achievement marked the first time in his five-year career that so many learners in his class scored above 100 in physics
South Africans praised a North West teacher who proudly celebrated his matric learners after six of them achieved historic physics trial exam results.
Source: TikTok
A video posted by TikTok user @odi_bafshoe on 15 September 2025 left many people impressed after he showcased the academic achievements of his matric learners. The post, which gained more than 3,400 likes in just two days, featured the teacher proudly displaying scripts of learners who sat for trial exams in subjects including geography and physics. He highlighted that six of his learners managed to score more than 100 marks in physics, a first in his five years of teaching. Viewers in the comments applauded both the teacher’s dedication and the learners’ remarkable performance.
The video struck a chord with many South Africans who praised the hard work behind the achievement. Odi captioned the clip as ‘history in the making,’ emphasising how groundbreaking the results were for him and his classroom. For a subject as challenging as physics, the milestone stood out as a reflection of both teaching commitment and student determination. He wrote:
“History in the making for the first time ever in my five years of teaching physics that I get such remarkable results of 6 learners getting more than 100 in a trial exam.”
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Academic success that inspires
The teacher explained that this was the first time since starting his career that he had seen six learners in one group achieve such exceptional scores in physics. He described the outcome as proof of what consistent effort, focus, and motivation can achieve when students are guided properly. The moment became more than just about results; it turned into a celebration of the bond between a dedicated educator and his ambitious learners.
On TikTok, many users encouraged him to keep motivating his learners, and others noted that this was the kind of positivity needed in the education system. The viral video highlighted the importance of teachers who go the extra mile, and the pride shown in his learners’ success became a wider inspiration to both students and educators across South Africa.
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Mzansi reacted to the video
Lebadi said:
"Congratulations. How many learners are in the class?"
April Madisha wrote:
“Ask us, Limpopo teachers. 😂😂😂 You'll never see that... if you see it, it's always that learner. 😂😂😂 And it's him or her alone. 😂😂 Limpopo examiners are fighting."
Prudence Mokgathi asked:
"Are you offering extra classes?"
B Shenenised commented:
"They've done great, big up for the finals."
SIR 'THE LOMIST' Montshioagae said:
"Good one, meneer, hard work really pays. Forward we go. 🙌"
Mama G commented:
"Congratulations, teacher."
Kenton Molibe wrote:
"Good job, sir. They’ve done a splendid job. These ones are ready for finals."
Sandilemnyandu8 said:
"Calvin, how are you? Long time man… can you please share the question paper?”
Check out the TikTok video below:
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- The Basic Education Minister Siviwe Gwarube provided an update as to how the matric examinations were progressing.
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