Overview
Vezukhono Secondary School is a public secondary school (Grades 8–12) located in Daveyton, Benoni, Gauteng, South Africa. It currently enrols 1,823 learners and is staffed by 57 educators (a learner-to-educator ratio of approximately 32:1), and is officially classified as a no-fee school under Q1. It falls within the Gauteng East education district and achieved a strong 2025 NSC matric pass rate of 81.7% (205 of 251 candidates).
Vezukhono Secondary School Matric Performance
Since 2023, Vezukhono Secondary School has declined, moving from a 95.0% pass rate to 81.7% in 2025, the most recent year, 251 learners sat the exam.
| Year | Wrote | Achieved | Pass rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 251 | 205 | 81.7% |
| 2024 | 265 | 253 | 95.5% |
| 2023 | 179 | 170 | 95.0% |
Source: 2025 NSC School Performance Report (DBE). Centre: VEZUKHONO SECONDARY SCHOOL (8311852).
Subject pass rates
Vezukhono Secondary School offered 10 subjects at NSC level in 2025, achieving an overall subject pass rate of 78.4%. English (FAL) performed strongest at 99.6%, while Life Sciences was the weakest at 59.5%. 1 subject fell below a 60% pass rate (Life Sciences).
| Subject | Wrote | Achieved | 2025 pass rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mathematics | 31 | 25 |
80.6%
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| Mathematical Literacy | 221 | 159 |
71.9%
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| Physical Sciences | 30 | 21 |
70.0%
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| Life Sciences | 190 | 113 |
59.5%
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| English (FAL) | 254 | 253 |
99.6%
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| Accounting | 25 | 16 |
64.0%
|
| Business Studies | 66 | 59 |
89.4%
|
| Economics | 73 | 49 |
67.1%
|
| Geography | 176 | 132 |
75.0%
|
| History | 256 | 210 |
82.0%
|
Benchmark against nearby schools
Compared with 5 other secondary schools in Daveyton.
Vezukhono Secondary School's 2025 pass rate is 0.9 percentage points below the average for comparable schools in the area.
School fees
Vezukhono 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 Vezukhono Secondary School for 2027?
Tuition at Vezukhono 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 Gauteng East district. Parents may still need to cover uniform and stationery costs; phone 011 962 9996 for specifics.
Is Vezukhono Secondary School a no-fee school?
Yes, Vezukhono Secondary School is officially a no-fee school (Q1), recognised as such by the Department of Basic Education in the Gauteng East district. No tuition is charged to any of its 1,823 learners.
What is the quintile of Vezukhono Secondary School and what does it mean for fees?
As a Q1 public secondary school (Grades 8–12) in the Gauteng East district, Vezukhono Secondary School is funded entirely by the state under the no-fee policy applied to Quintiles 1 through 3.
How to apply
Vezukhono Secondary School accepts applications via the GDE Online Admissions online system, with confirmation handled by Vezukhono Secondary School in the Gauteng 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 Vezukhono Secondary School
Call 011 962 9996 to confirm whether Vezukhono 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 Vezukhono 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
Vezukhono 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 Vezukhono 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 Vezukhono Secondary School for the next school year?
To apply to Vezukhono Secondary School for the next academic year, register on the GDE Online Admissions portal during the official admission window and select Vezukhono 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 Vezukhono Secondary School via phone 011 962 9996.
What documents do I need to apply at Vezukhono Secondary School?
Vezukhono 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 Vezukhono Secondary School (phone 011 962 9996) for any school-specific requirements and to verify what must be uploaded to the GDE Online Admissions.