Overview
Phomolong Secondary School is a public secondary school (Grades 8–12) located in Kempton Park, Kempton Park, Gauteng, South Africa. It currently enrols 2,253 learners and is staffed by 69 educators (a learner-to-educator ratio of approximately 33:1), and is officially classified as a no-fee school under Q3. It falls within the Ekurhuleni North education district and achieved an excellent 2025 NSC matric pass rate of 90.8% (306 of 337 candidates).
Phomolong Secondary School Matric Performance
Since 2023, Phomolong Secondary School has remained fairly steady, moving from a 89.1% pass rate to 90.8% in 2025, the most recent year, 337 learners sat the exam.
| Year | Wrote | Achieved | Pass rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 337 | 306 | 90.8% |
| 2024 | 362 | 335 | 92.5% |
| 2023 | 338 | 301 | 89.1% |
Source: 2025 NSC School Performance Report (DBE). Centre: PHOMOLONG SECONDARY SCHOOL (8400138).
Subject pass rates
Phomolong Secondary School offered 10 subjects at NSC level in 2025, achieving an overall subject pass rate of 88.8%. English (FAL) performed strongest at 100.0%, while Accounting was the weakest at 57.4%. 1 subject recorded a 100% pass rate (English (FAL)). 1 subject fell below a 60% pass rate (Accounting).
| Subject | Wrote | Achieved | 2025 pass rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mathematics | 58 | 49 |
84.5%
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| Mathematical Literacy | 279 | 257 |
92.1%
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| Physical Sciences | 48 | 39 |
81.3%
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| Life Sciences | 135 | 98 |
72.6%
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| English (FAL) | 339 | 339 |
100.0%
|
| Accounting | 61 | 35 |
57.4%
|
| Business Studies | 130 | 108 |
83.1%
|
| Economics | 61 | 51 |
83.6%
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| Geography | 278 | 252 |
90.6%
|
| History | 87 | 82 |
94.3%
|
Benchmark against nearby schools
Compared with 12 other secondary schools in Kempton Park.
Phomolong Secondary School's 2025 pass rate is 2.5 percentage points above the average for comparable schools in the area.
School fees
Phomolong 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 Phomolong Secondary School for 2027?
Tuition at Phomolong Secondary School for the 2027 academic year is R0; the school is officially classified as no-fee (Q3) by the Department of Basic Education in the Ekurhuleni North district. Parents may still need to cover uniform and stationery costs; phone 011 029 7038 for specifics.
Is Phomolong Secondary School a no-fee school?
Yes, Phomolong Secondary School is officially a no-fee school (Q3), recognised as such by the Department of Basic Education in the Ekurhuleni North district. No tuition is charged to any of its 2,253 learners.
What is the quintile of Phomolong Secondary School and what does it mean for fees?
Phomolong Secondary School is a Q3 school, the lowest of three quintile bands designated as "no-fee" under the SA Schools Act. Serving the Kempton Park, Tembisa, Gauteng community in the Ekurhuleni North district, it receives full state funding and parents are not charged tuition.
How to apply
Applications to Phomolong Secondary School for Grade 8 (and other grade transfers) are submitted via the GDE Online Admissions online system, with confirmation handled by Phomolong Secondary School in the Ekurhuleni North education district. Below is the step-by-step process specific to Gauteng.
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Confirm availability with Phomolong Secondary School
Call 011 029 7038 to confirm whether Phomolong 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 Phomolong 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
Phomolong Secondary School is a no-fee school (Q3), 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 Phomolong 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 Phomolong Secondary School for the next school year?
To apply to Phomolong Secondary School for the next academic year, register on the GDE Online Admissions portal during the official admission window and select Phomolong 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 Phomolong Secondary School via phone 011 029 7038.
What documents do I need to apply at Phomolong Secondary School?
Phomolong 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 Phomolong Secondary School (phone 011 029 7038) for any school-specific requirements and to verify what must be uploaded to the GDE Online Admissions.