Overview
Umqhele Secondary School is a public secondary school (Grades 8–12) located in Midrand, Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa. It currently enrols 2,169 learners and is staffed by 67 educators (a learner-to-educator ratio of approximately 32:1), and is officially classified as a no-fee school under Q2. It falls within the Johannesburg East education district and achieved a strong 2025 NSC matric pass rate of 83.3% (219 of 263 candidates).
Umqhele Secondary School Matric Performance
Umqhele Secondary School's NSC pass rate has improved over the past 3 years, from 79.5% in 2023 to 83.3% in 2025 (263 candidates writing in 2025).
| Year | Wrote | Achieved | Pass rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 263 | 219 | 83.3% |
| 2024 | 286 | 242 | 84.6% |
| 2023 | 239 | 190 | 79.5% |
Source: 2025 NSC School Performance Report (DBE). Centre: UMQHELE SECONDARY SCHOOL (8261420).
Subject pass rates
Umqhele Secondary School offered 10 subjects at NSC level in 2025, achieving an overall subject pass rate of 81.6%. English (FAL) performed strongest at 100.0%, while Mathematics was the weakest at 50.0%. 1 subject recorded a 100% pass rate (English (FAL)). 2 subjects fell below a 60% pass rate (Mathematics, Life Sciences).
| Subject | Wrote | Achieved | 2025 pass rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mathematics | 48 | 24 |
50.0%
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| Mathematical Literacy | 172 | 127 |
73.8%
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| Physical Sciences | 45 | 35 |
77.8%
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| Life Sciences | 140 | 80 |
57.1%
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| English (FAL) | 265 | 265 |
100.0%
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| Accounting | 16 | 13 |
81.3%
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| Business Studies | 16 | 15 |
93.8%
|
| Economics | 29 | 23 |
79.3%
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| Geography | 190 | 170 |
89.5%
|
| History | 146 | 119 |
81.5%
|
Benchmark against nearby schools
Compared with 11 other secondary schools in Midrand.
Umqhele Secondary School's 2025 pass rate is 4.0 percentage points below the average for comparable schools in the area.
School fees
Umqhele 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 Umqhele Secondary School for 2027?
Umqhele Secondary School is a no-fee public secondary school (Grades 8–12) in Midrand, Ivorypark, Gauteng, so parents pay no tuition fees for 2027. All 2,169 enrolled learners attend at no charge. Budget instead for uniforms, stationery, transport and excursions. For voluntary contributions or admission fees, phone 082 600 7342.
Is Umqhele Secondary School a no-fee school?
Umqhele Secondary School is classified no-fee under Q2 and forms part of the state-funded schools serving Midrand, Ivorypark, Gauteng. Parents pay no tuition fees.
What is the quintile of Umqhele Secondary School and what does it mean for fees?
As a Q2 public secondary school (Grades 8–12) in the Johannesburg East district, Umqhele Secondary School is funded entirely by the state under the no-fee policy applied to Quintiles 1 through 3.
How to apply
To enrol your child at Umqhele Secondary School, families in Gauteng apply via the GDE Online Admissions online system, with confirmation handled by Umqhele Secondary School. The exact Grade 8 (and other grade transfers) process in the Johannesburg East education district is summarised below.
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Confirm availability with Umqhele Secondary School
Call 082 600 7342 to confirm whether Umqhele 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 Umqhele 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
Umqhele 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 Umqhele 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 Umqhele Secondary School for the next school year?
Umqhele 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 082 600 7342 to confirm openings in the Johannesburg East district.
What documents do I need to apply at Umqhele Secondary School?
When applying to Umqhele 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 Umqhele Secondary School depending on the grade; confirm via phone 082 600 7342.