Overview
Ponelopele Oracle Secondary School is a public secondary school (Grades 8–12) located in Midrand, Midrand, Gauteng, South Africa. It currently enrols 1,766 learners and is staffed by 52 educators (a learner-to-educator ratio of approximately 34:1), and is officially classified as a no-fee school under Q3. It falls within the Johannesburg East education district.
Benchmark against nearby schools
Compared with 11 other secondary schools in Midrand.
School fees
Ponelopele Oracle 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 Ponelopele Oracle Secondary School for 2027?
Ponelopele Oracle Secondary School is a no-fee public secondary school (Grades 8–12) in Midrand, Extension 8 Kaalfontein, Gauteng, so parents pay no tuition fees for 2027. All 1,766 enrolled learners attend at no charge. Budget instead for uniforms, stationery, transport and excursions. For voluntary contributions or admission fees, phone 011 261 1260.
Is Ponelopele Oracle Secondary School a no-fee school?
Ponelopele Oracle Secondary School is classified no-fee under Q3 and forms part of the state-funded schools serving Midrand, Extension 8 Kaalfontein, Gauteng. Parents pay no tuition fees.
What is the quintile of Ponelopele Oracle Secondary School and what does it mean for fees?
Classified as Q3 by the Department of Basic Education, Ponelopele Oracle Secondary School falls within the no-fee category, meaning the 1,766 learners attending here in Midrand, Extension 8 Kaalfontein, Gauteng pay no school fees.
How to apply
Ponelopele Oracle Secondary School accepts applications via the GDE Online Admissions online system, with confirmation handled by Ponelopele Oracle Secondary School in the Johannesburg East education district. The steps and documents required for Grade 8 (and other grade transfers) are detailed below.
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Confirm availability with Ponelopele Oracle Secondary School
Call 011 261 1260 to confirm whether Ponelopele Oracle 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 Ponelopele Oracle 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
Ponelopele Oracle 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 Ponelopele Oracle 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 Ponelopele Oracle Secondary School for the next school year?
Ponelopele Oracle Secondary School processes applications online via the GDE Online Admissions. GDE Online Admissions for Grade 1 and Grade 8 typically opens around July of the preceding year. Reach the school directly via phone 011 261 1260 to confirm openings in the Johannesburg East district.
What documents do I need to apply at Ponelopele Oracle Secondary School?
When applying to Ponelopele Oracle Secondary School, 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 Ponelopele Oracle Secondary School depending on the grade; confirm via phone 011 261 1260.