Overview
Rephafogile Secondary School is a public secondary school (Grades 8–12) located in Mamelodi, Pretoria, Gauteng, South Africa. It currently enrols 1,893 learners and is staffed by 56 educators (a learner-to-educator ratio of approximately 34:1), and is officially classified as a no-fee school under Q4. It falls within the Tshwane South education district and achieved a strong 2025 NSC matric pass rate of 80.7% (184 of 228 candidates).
Rephafogile Secondary School Matric Performance
Since 2023, Rephafogile Secondary School has remained fairly steady, moving from a 81.2% pass rate to 80.7% in 2025, the most recent year, 228 learners sat the exam.
| Year | Wrote | Achieved | Pass rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 228 | 184 | 80.7% |
| 2024 | 188 | 138 | 73.4% |
| 2023 | 154 | 125 | 81.2% |
Source: 2025 NSC School Performance Report (DBE). Centre: REPHAFOGILE SECONDARY SCHOOL (8400330).
Subject pass rates
Rephafogile Secondary School offered 10 subjects at NSC level in 2025, achieving an overall subject pass rate of 82.6%. Geography performed strongest at 100.0%, while Life Sciences was the weakest at 69.7%. 1 subject recorded a 100% pass rate (Geography).
| Subject | Wrote | Achieved | 2025 pass rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mathematics | 54 | 46 |
85.2%
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| Mathematical Literacy | 179 | 148 |
82.7%
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| Physical Sciences | 52 | 41 |
78.8%
|
| Life Sciences | 145 | 101 |
69.7%
|
| English (FAL) | 233 | 232 |
99.6%
|
| Accounting | 11 | 10 |
90.9%
|
| Business Studies | 169 | 118 |
69.8%
|
| Economics | 17 | 12 |
70.6%
|
| Geography | 40 | 40 |
100.0%
|
| History | 70 | 53 |
75.7%
|
Benchmark against nearby schools
Compared with 15 other secondary schools in Mamelodi.
Rephafogile Secondary School's 2025 pass rate is 1.7 percentage points below the average for comparable schools in the area.
School fees
Rephafogile 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 Rephafogile Secondary School for 2027?
Tuition at Rephafogile Secondary School for the 2027 academic year is R0; the school is officially classified as no-fee (Q4) by the Department of Basic Education in the Tshwane South district. Parents may still need to cover uniform and stationery costs; phone 082 483 3738 for specifics.
Is Rephafogile Secondary School a no-fee school?
Yes, Rephafogile Secondary School is officially a no-fee school (Q4), recognised as such by the Department of Basic Education in the Tshwane South district. No tuition is charged to any of its 1,893 learners.
What is the quintile of Rephafogile Secondary School and what does it mean for fees?
Rephafogile Secondary School sits in Quintile 4, the second-highest funding band. Q4 schools serve moderately-resourced communities and are permitted to charge SGB-approved school fees alongside their state subsidy.
How to apply
Rephafogile Secondary School accepts applications via the GDE Online Admissions online system, with confirmation handled by Rephafogile Secondary School in the Tshwane South education district. The steps and documents required for Grade 8 (and other grade transfers) are detailed below.
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Confirm availability with Rephafogile Secondary School
Call 082 483 3738 to confirm whether Rephafogile 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 Rephafogile 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
Rephafogile Secondary School is a no-fee school (Q4), 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 Rephafogile 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 Rephafogile Secondary School for the next school year?
To apply to Rephafogile Secondary School for the next academic year, register on the GDE Online Admissions portal during the official admission window and select Rephafogile 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 Rephafogile Secondary School via phone 082 483 3738.
What documents do I need to apply at Rephafogile Secondary School?
Rephafogile 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 Rephafogile Secondary School (phone 082 483 3738) for any school-specific requirements and to verify what must be uploaded to the GDE Online Admissions.