Overview
Lodirile Secondary School is a public secondary school (Grades 8–12) located in Mogale City, Krugersdorp, Gauteng, South Africa. It currently enrols 1,541 learners and is staffed by 50 educators (a learner-to-educator ratio of approximately 31:1), and is officially classified as a no-fee school under Q2. It falls within the Gauteng West education district and achieved a strong 2025 NSC matric pass rate of 86.2% (187 of 217 candidates).
Lodirile Secondary School Matric Performance
Since 2023, Lodirile Secondary School has improved, moving from a 82.8% pass rate to 86.2% in 2025, the most recent year, 217 learners sat the exam.
| Year | Wrote | Achieved | Pass rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 217 | 187 | 86.2% |
| 2024 | 195 | 168 | 86.2% |
| 2023 | 192 | 159 | 82.8% |
Source: 2025 NSC School Performance Report (DBE). Centre: LODIRILE SEC SCHOOL (8252867).
Subject pass rates
Lodirile Secondary School offered 10 subjects at NSC level in 2025, achieving an overall subject pass rate of 86.1%. English (FAL) performed strongest at 99.5%, while Accounting was the weakest at 55.6%. 1 subject fell below a 60% pass rate (Accounting).
| Subject | Wrote | Achieved | 2025 pass rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mathematics | 44 | 32 |
72.7%
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| Mathematical Literacy | 173 | 137 |
79.2%
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| Physical Sciences | 43 | 27 |
62.8%
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| Life Sciences | 53 | 40 |
75.5%
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| English (FAL) | 218 | 217 |
99.5%
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| Accounting | 18 | 10 |
55.6%
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| Business Studies | 54 | 42 |
77.8%
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| Economics | 12 | 10 |
83.3%
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| Geography | 200 | 176 |
88.0%
|
| History | 103 | 99 |
96.1%
|
Benchmark against nearby schools
Compared with 9 other secondary schools in Krugersdorp.
Lodirile Secondary School's 2025 pass rate is 5.1 percentage points below the average for comparable schools in the area.
School fees
Lodirile 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 Lodirile Secondary School for 2027?
Tuition at Lodirile Secondary School for the 2027 academic year is R0; the school is officially classified as no-fee (Q2) by the Department of Basic Education in the Gauteng West district. Parents may still need to cover uniform and stationery costs; phone 010 534 7487 for specifics.
Is Lodirile Secondary School a no-fee school?
Yes, Lodirile Secondary School is officially a no-fee school (Q2), recognised as such by the Department of Basic Education in the Gauteng West district. No tuition is charged to any of its 1,541 learners.
What is the quintile of Lodirile Secondary School and what does it mean for fees?
As a Q2 public secondary school (Grades 8–12) in the Gauteng West district, Lodirile Secondary School is funded entirely by the state under the no-fee policy applied to Quintiles 1 through 3.
How to apply
Applications to Lodirile Secondary School for Grade 8 (and other grade transfers) are submitted via the GDE Online Admissions online system, with confirmation handled by Lodirile Secondary School in the Gauteng West education district. Below is the step-by-step process specific to Gauteng.
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Confirm availability with Lodirile Secondary School
Call 010 534 7487 to confirm whether Lodirile 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 Lodirile 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
Lodirile Secondary School is a no-fee school (Q2), 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 Lodirile 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 Lodirile Secondary School for the next school year?
To apply to Lodirile Secondary School for the next academic year, register on the GDE Online Admissions portal during the official admission window and select Lodirile 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 Lodirile Secondary School via phone 010 534 7487.
What documents do I need to apply at Lodirile Secondary School?
Lodirile 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 Lodirile Secondary School (phone 010 534 7487) for any school-specific requirements and to verify what must be uploaded to the GDE Online Admissions.