Overview
Clarendon High School for Girls is a public secondary school (Grades 8–12) located in Southernwood, East London, Eastern Cape, South Africa. It currently enrols 688 learners and is staffed by 51 educators (a learner-to-educator ratio of approximately 13:1), operating as a fee-charging school (Q5). It falls within the Buffalo City education district and achieved an excellent 2025 NSC matric pass rate of 100.0% (125 of 125 candidates).
Clarendon High School for Girls Matric Performance
Clarendon High School for Girls's NSC pass rate has remained fairly steady over the past 3 years, from 99.2% in 2023 to 100.0% in 2025 (125 candidates writing in 2025).
| Year | Wrote | Achieved | Pass rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 125 | 125 | 100.0% |
| 2024 | 125 | 125 | 100.0% |
| 2023 | 126 | 125 | 99.2% |
Source: 2025 NSC School Performance Report (DBE). Centre: Clarendon Girls High School (4321015).
Subject pass rates
Clarendon High School for Girls offered 8 subjects at NSC level in 2025, achieving an overall subject pass rate of 99.2%. Mathematical Literacy performed strongest at 100.0%, while Mathematics was the weakest at 97.7%. 6 subjects recorded a 100% pass rate.
| Subject | Wrote | Achieved | 2025 pass rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mathematics | 87 | 85 |
97.7%
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| Mathematical Literacy | 38 | 38 |
100.0%
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| Physical Sciences | 67 | 66 |
98.5%
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| Life Sciences | 70 | 70 |
100.0%
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| Accounting | 26 | 26 |
100.0%
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| Business Studies | 17 | 17 |
100.0%
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| Geography | 12 | 12 |
100.0%
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| History | 64 | 64 |
100.0%
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Benchmark against nearby schools
Compared with 67 other secondary schools in East London.
Clarendon High School for Girls's 2025 pass rate is 14.9 percentage points above the average for comparable schools in the area.
School fees
Q5 fees vary widely. Confirm Clarendon High School for Girls's 2027 fee schedule directly with the school office.
Public secondary school (Grades 8–12); fees regulated by the SA Schools Act.
Fee questions
How much are school fees at Clarendon High School for Girls for 2027?
Clarendon High School for Girls is a fee-charging public school in the Buffalo City district. Indicative 2027 fees: R8,000 – R45,000+ per year (typical range). Exact fees are confirmed by the School Governing Body before the school year begins. To get the official 2027 fee schedule, phone 087 943 7764.
Is Clarendon High School for Girls a no-fee school?
Clarendon High School for Girls does charge school fees as a Q5 school. The amount is reviewed and approved annually by the School Governing Body.
What is the quintile of Clarendon High School for Girls and what does it mean for fees?
Clarendon High School for Girls is a Quintile 5 school (the top funding band), typically associated with the highest fees among public schools. Located in Southernwood, East London, Eastern Cape in the Buffalo City district, the SGB sets the fee schedule annually based on facilities, staffing and programmes offered.
How to apply
Clarendon High School for Girls accepts applications directly at the Clarendon High School for Girls school office in the Buffalo City education district. The steps and documents required for Grade 8 (and other grade transfers) are detailed below.
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Confirm availability with Clarendon High School for Girls
Call 087 943 7764 to confirm whether Clarendon High School for Girls has open places for the year you're applying.
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Start the application
Collect the official application form from 1 A Union Avenue,Selborne,East London,5201 or download it from the Eastern Cape Department of Education website.
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Submit your documents
Submit the completed form and certified copies of all supporting documents to Clarendon High School for Girls during the school's published admission window.
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Pay any required deposits or fees
If accepted, Clarendon High School for Girls (an SGB-funded school) may require a registration deposit. The exact amount is confirmed by the school.
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Confirm placement and enrol
Wait for confirmation from Clarendon High School for Girls. If declined, you may appeal at the Buffalo City district office under the Eastern Cape Department of Education.
- Certified copy of the learner's birth certificate or ID
- Certified copies of both parents'/guardians' South African IDs (or passport/permit for non-citizens)
- Proof of residence (utility bill not older than 3 months)
- Latest school report
- Immunisation card / clinic card (especially for Grade R / Grade 1)
- Most recent end-of-year report from the previous school
- Transfer letter from the previous school (for Grade 8+ transfers)
Admissions questions
How do I apply to Clarendon High School for Girls for the next school year?
Clarendon High School for Girls processes applications at the school office. In the Eastern Cape, applications are made directly at the school office and confirmed by the district. Reach the school directly via phone 087 943 7764 to confirm openings in the Buffalo City district.
What documents do I need to apply at Clarendon High School for Girls?
When applying to Clarendon High School for Girls, you'll typically need: • Certified copy of the learner's birth certificate or ID • Certified copies of both parents'/guardians' South African IDs (or passport/permit for non-citizens) • Proof of residence (utility bill not older than 3 months) • Latest school report • Immunisation card / clinic card (especially for Grade R / Grade 1) Additional items may be requested by Clarendon High School for Girls depending on the grade; confirm via phone 087 943 7764.