Overview
Tswelopele Secondary School is a public secondary school (Grades 8–12) located in Ivory Park, Midrand, Gauteng, South Africa. It currently enrols 1,960 learners and is staffed by 53 educators (a learner-to-educator ratio of approximately 37:1), and is officially classified as a no-fee school under Q1. It falls within the Ekurhuleni North education district and achieved a moderate 2025 NSC matric pass rate of 71.2% (156 of 219 candidates).
Tswelopele Secondary School Matric Performance
Since 2023, Tswelopele Secondary School has improved, moving from a 65.6% pass rate to 71.2% in 2025, the most recent year, 219 learners sat the exam.
| Year | Wrote | Achieved | Pass rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 219 | 156 | 71.2% |
| 2024 | 185 | 146 | 78.9% |
| 2023 | 189 | 124 | 65.6% |
Source: 2025 NSC School Performance Report (DBE). Centre: TSWELOPELE SECONDARY SCHOOL (8400400).
Subject pass rates
Tswelopele Secondary School offered 11 subjects at NSC level in 2025, achieving an overall subject pass rate of 78.2%. English (FAL) performed strongest at 99.5%, while Accounting was the weakest at 33.3%. 4 subjects fell below a 60% pass rate.
| Subject | Wrote | Achieved | 2025 pass rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mathematics | 69 | 30 |
43.5%
|
| Mathematical Literacy | 151 | 139 |
92.1%
|
| Physical Sciences | 69 | 41 |
59.4%
|
| Life Sciences | 163 | 98 |
60.1%
|
| English (FAL) | 219 | 218 |
99.5%
|
| Accounting | 57 | 19 |
33.3%
|
| Business Studies | 57 | 50 |
87.7%
|
| Economics | 57 | 30 |
52.6%
|
| Geography | 118 | 107 |
90.7%
|
| History | 94 | 92 |
97.9%
|
| Agricultural Sciences | 45 | 35 |
77.8%
|
Benchmark against nearby schools
Compared with 7 other secondary schools in Midrand.
Tswelopele Secondary School's 2025 pass rate is 18.4 percentage points below the average for comparable schools in the area.
School fees
Tswelopele 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 Tswelopele Secondary School for 2027?
Tuition at Tswelopele 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 Ekurhuleni North district. Parents may still need to cover uniform and stationery costs; phone 011 730 8113 for specifics.
Is Tswelopele Secondary School a no-fee school?
Yes, Tswelopele Secondary School is officially a no-fee school (Q1), recognised as such by the Department of Basic Education in the Ekurhuleni North district. No tuition is charged to any of its 1,960 learners.
What is the quintile of Tswelopele Secondary School and what does it mean for fees?
As a Q1 public secondary school (Grades 8–12) in the Ekurhuleni North district, Tswelopele Secondary School is funded entirely by the state under the no-fee policy applied to Quintiles 1 through 3.
How to apply
Applications to Tswelopele Secondary School for Grade 8 (and other grade transfers) are submitted via the GDE Online Admissions online system, with confirmation handled by Tswelopele 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 Tswelopele Secondary School
Call 011 730 8113 to confirm whether Tswelopele 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 Tswelopele 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
Tswelopele 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 Tswelopele 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 Tswelopele Secondary School for the next school year?
To apply to Tswelopele Secondary School for the next academic year, register on the GDE Online Admissions portal during the official admission window and select Tswelopele 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 Tswelopele Secondary School via phone 011 730 8113.
What documents do I need to apply at Tswelopele Secondary School?
Tswelopele 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 Tswelopele Secondary School (phone 011 730 8113) for any school-specific requirements and to verify what must be uploaded to the GDE Online Admissions.