Overview
Matabane Secondary School is a public secondary school (Grades 8–12) located in Midrand, Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa. It currently enrols 2,159 learners and is staffed by 65 educators (a learner-to-educator ratio of approximately 33:1), and is officially classified as a no-fee school under Q1. It falls within the Johannesburg East education district and achieved an excellent 2025 NSC matric pass rate of 91.1% (154 of 169 candidates).
Matabane Secondary School Matric Performance
Since 2023, Matabane Secondary School has improved, moving from a 78.7% pass rate to 91.1% in 2025, the most recent year, 169 learners sat the exam.
| Year | Wrote | Achieved | Pass rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 169 | 154 | 91.1% |
| 2024 | 229 | 189 | 82.5% |
| 2023 | 221 | 174 | 78.7% |
Source: 2025 NSC School Performance Report (DBE). Centre: J B MATABANE SECONDARY SCHOOL (8400402).
Subject pass rates
Matabane Secondary School offered 10 subjects at NSC level in 2025, achieving an overall subject pass rate of 89.0%. English (FAL) performed strongest at 100.0%, while Economics was the weakest at 45.2%. 2 subjects recorded a 100% pass rate (English (FAL), Accounting). 1 subject fell below a 60% pass rate (Economics).
| Subject | Wrote | Achieved | 2025 pass rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mathematics | 47 | 40 |
85.1%
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| Mathematical Literacy | 122 | 113 |
92.6%
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| Physical Sciences | 30 | 27 |
90.0%
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| Life Sciences | 138 | 101 |
73.2%
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| English (FAL) | 169 | 169 |
100.0%
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| Accounting | 10 | 10 |
100.0%
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| Business Studies | 31 | 25 |
80.6%
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| Economics | 31 | 14 |
45.2%
|
| Geography | 138 | 130 |
94.2%
|
| History | 108 | 104 |
96.3%
|
Benchmark against nearby schools
Compared with 11 other secondary schools in Midrand.
Matabane Secondary School's 2025 pass rate is 4.8 percentage points above the average for comparable schools in the area.
School fees
Matabane Secondary School charges no tuition fees. Plan instead for uniforms, stationery, transport and outings.
Public secondary school (Grades 8–12); fees regulated by the SA Schools Act.
Fee questions
How much are school fees at Matabane Secondary School for 2027?
Tuition at Matabane Secondary School for the 2027 academic year is R0; the school is officially classified as no-fee (Q1) by the Department of Basic Education in the Johannesburg East district. Parents may still need to cover uniform and stationery costs; phone 010 006 7212 for specifics.
Is Matabane Secondary School a no-fee school?
Yes, Matabane Secondary School is officially a no-fee school (Q1), recognised as such by the Department of Basic Education in the Johannesburg East district. No tuition is charged to any of its 2,159 learners.
What is the quintile of Matabane Secondary School and what does it mean for fees?
Matabane Secondary School is a Q1 school, the lowest of three quintile bands designated as "no-fee" under the SA Schools Act. Serving the Midrand, Ivory Park, Gauteng community in the Johannesburg East district, it receives full state funding and parents are not charged tuition.
How to apply
To enrol your child at Matabane Secondary School, families in Gauteng apply via the GDE Online Admissions online system, with confirmation handled by Matabane Secondary School. The exact Grade 8 (and other grade transfers) process in the Johannesburg East education district is summarised below.
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Confirm availability with Matabane Secondary School
Call 010 006 7212 to confirm whether Matabane Secondary School has open places for the year you're applying.
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Start the application
Register on the GDE Online Admissions portal when applications open and select Matabane Secondary School as a preferred school.
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Submit your documents
Upload all required documents to the GDE Online Admissions portal before the published cut-off and keep your reference number.
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Pay any required deposits or fees
Matabane Secondary School is a no-fee school (Q1), so no tuition is payable. Budget for uniforms and stationery.
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Confirm placement and enrol
Check your GDE Online Admissions dashboard for the placement outcome. If accepted, complete on-site registration at Matabane Secondary School.
- 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 Matabane Secondary School for the next school year?
To apply to Matabane Secondary School for the next academic year, register on the GDE Online Admissions portal during the official admission window and select Matabane Secondary School as a preferred school. GDE Online Admissions for Grade 1 and Grade 8 typically opens around July of the preceding year. For confirmation of available places, contact Matabane Secondary School via phone 010 006 7212.
What documents do I need to apply at Matabane Secondary School?
Matabane Secondary School requires the following documents for admission: • 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) Contact Matabane Secondary School (phone 010 006 7212) for any school-specific requirements and to verify what must be uploaded to the GDE Online Admissions.