Overview
Kgaga Tlou is a public secondary school (Grades 8–12) located in Malebitsa, Nylstroom, Limpopo, South Africa. It currently enrols 598 learners and is staffed by 20 educators (a learner-to-educator ratio of approximately 30:1), and is officially classified as a no-fee school under Q1. It falls within the Sekhukhune South education district and achieved an excellent 2025 NSC matric pass rate of 91.0% (81 of 89 candidates).
Kgaga Tlou Secondary School Matric Performance
Since 2023, Kgaga Tlou has remained fairly steady, moving from a 91.9% pass rate to 91.0% in 2025, the most recent year, 89 learners sat the exam.
| Year | Wrote | Achieved | Pass rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 89 | 81 | 91.0% |
| 2024 | 75 | 73 | 97.3% |
| 2023 | 74 | 68 | 91.9% |
Source: 2025 NSC School Performance Report (DBE). Centre: KGAGATLOU SECONDARY SCHOOL (7104411).
Subject pass rates
Kgaga Tlou offered 10 subjects at NSC level in 2025, achieving an overall subject pass rate of 92.6%. English (FAL) performed strongest at 100.0%, while Mathematics was the weakest at 60.9%. 2 subjects recorded a 100% pass rate (English (FAL), Business Studies).
| Subject | Wrote | Achieved | 2025 pass rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mathematics | 23 | 14 |
60.9%
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| Mathematical Literacy | 66 | 64 |
97.0%
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| Physical Sciences | 23 | 19 |
82.6%
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| Life Sciences | 65 | 55 |
84.6%
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| English (FAL) | 89 | 89 |
100.0%
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| Accounting | 23 | 22 |
95.7%
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| Business Studies | 24 | 24 |
100.0%
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| Economics | 24 | 23 |
95.8%
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| Geography | 66 | 64 |
97.0%
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| Agricultural Sciences | 42 | 38 |
90.5%
|
Benchmark against nearby schools
Compared with 144 other secondary schools in Sekhukhune South.
Kgaga Tlou Secondary School's 2025 pass rate is 7.8 percentage points above the average for comparable schools in the area.
School fees
Kgaga Tlou charges no tuition fees. Plan instead for uniforms, stationery and learner transport.
Public secondary school (Grades 8–12); fees regulated by the SA Schools Act.
Fee questions
How much are school fees at Kgaga Tlou for 2027?
Tuition at Kgaga Tlou for the 2027 academic year is R0; the school is officially classified as no-fee (Q1) by the Department of Basic Education in the Sekhukhune South district. Parents may still need to cover uniform and stationery costs; phone 099 for specifics.
Is Kgaga Tlou a no-fee school?
Yes, Kgaga Tlou is officially a no-fee school (Q1), recognised as such by the Department of Basic Education in the Sekhukhune South district. No tuition is charged to any of its 598 learners.
What is the quintile of Kgaga Tlou and what does it mean for fees?
As a Q1 public secondary school (Grades 8–12) in the Sekhukhune South district, Kgaga Tlou is funded entirely by the state under the no-fee policy applied to Quintiles 1 through 3.
How to apply
Applications to Kgaga Tlou for Grade 8 (and other grade transfers) are submitted directly at the Kgaga Tlou school office in the Sekhukhune South education district. Below is the step-by-step process specific to Limpopo.
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Confirm availability with Kgaga Tlou
Call 099 to confirm whether Kgaga Tlou has open places for the year you're applying.
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Start the application
Collect the official application form from Malebitsa or download it from the Limpopo Department of Education website.
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Submit your documents
Submit the completed form and certified copies of all supporting documents to Kgaga Tlou during the school's published admission window.
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Pay any required deposits or fees
Kgaga Tlou is a no-fee school (Q1), so no tuition is payable. Budget for uniforms and stationery.
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Confirm placement and enrol
Wait for confirmation from Kgaga Tlou. If declined, you may appeal at the Sekhukhune South district office under the Limpopo Department of Education.
- 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 Kgaga Tlou for the next school year?
To apply to Kgaga Tlou for the next academic year, collect and submit the application form directly at Kgaga Tlou. In Limpopo, applications are completed at the school and processed via the circuit office. For confirmation of available places, contact Kgaga Tlou via phone 099.
What documents do I need to apply at Kgaga Tlou?
Kgaga Tlou 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 Kgaga Tlou (phone 099) for any school-specific requirements.