Overview
Kgahlanong is a public secondary school (Grades 8–12) located in Steelpoort, Steelpoort, Limpopo, South Africa. It currently enrols 1,520 learners and is staffed by 46 educators (a learner-to-educator ratio of approximately 33:1), and is officially classified as a no-fee school under Q1. It falls within the Sekhukhune East education district and achieved an excellent 2025 NSC matric pass rate of 93.2% (177 of 190 candidates).
Kgahlanong Secondary School Matric Performance
Since 2023, Kgahlanong has improved, moving from a 76.2% pass rate to 93.2% in 2025, the most recent year, 190 learners sat the exam.
| Year | Wrote | Achieved | Pass rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 190 | 177 | 93.2% |
| 2024 | 99 | 97 | 98.0% |
| 2023 | 164 | 125 | 76.2% |
Source: 2025 NSC School Performance Report (DBE). Centre: KGAHLANONG SECONDARY SCHOOL (7094311).
Subject pass rates
Kgahlanong offered 9 subjects at NSC level in 2025, achieving an overall subject pass rate of 89.8%. English (FAL) performed strongest at 100.0%, while Mathematics was the weakest at 69.0%. 3 subjects recorded a 100% pass rate (English (FAL), Business Studies, Economics).
| Subject | Wrote | Achieved | 2025 pass rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mathematics | 87 | 60 |
69.0%
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| Mathematical Literacy | 50 | 49 |
98.0%
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| Physical Sciences | 75 | 63 |
84.0%
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| Life Sciences | 101 | 80 |
79.2%
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| English (FAL) | 190 | 190 |
100.0%
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| Accounting | 16 | 14 |
87.5%
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| Business Studies | 22 | 22 |
100.0%
|
| Economics | 22 | 22 |
100.0%
|
| Geography | 81 | 78 |
96.3%
|
Benchmark against nearby schools
Compared with 5 other secondary schools in Steelpoort.
Kgahlanong Secondary School's 2025 pass rate is 0.9 percentage points above the average for comparable schools in the area.
School fees
Kgahlanong 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 Kgahlanong for 2027?
Tuition at Kgahlanong 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 East district. Parents may still need to cover uniform and stationery costs; phone 013 237 0253 for specifics.
Is Kgahlanong a no-fee school?
Yes, Kgahlanong is officially a no-fee school (Q1), recognised as such by the Department of Basic Education in the Sekhukhune East district. No tuition is charged to any of its 1,520 learners.
What is the quintile of Kgahlanong and what does it mean for fees?
Kgahlanong is a Q1 school, the lowest of three quintile bands designated as "no-fee" under the SA Schools Act. Serving the Steelpoort, Steelpoort, Limpopo community in the Sekhukhune East district, it receives full state funding and parents are not charged tuition.
How to apply
To enrol your child at Kgahlanong, families in Limpopo apply directly at the Kgahlanong school office. The exact Grade 8 (and other grade transfers) process in the Sekhukhune East education district is summarised below.
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Confirm availability with Kgahlanong
Call 013 237 0253 to confirm whether Kgahlanong has open places for the year you're applying.
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Start the application
Collect the official application form from eerstegeluk 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 Kgahlanong during the school's published admission window.
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Pay any required deposits or fees
Kgahlanong 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 Kgahlanong. If declined, you may appeal at the Sekhukhune East 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 Kgahlanong for the next school year?
To apply to Kgahlanong for the next academic year, collect and submit the application form directly at Kgahlanong. In Limpopo, applications are completed at the school and processed via the circuit office. For confirmation of available places, contact Kgahlanong via phone 013 237 0253.
What documents do I need to apply at Kgahlanong?
Kgahlanong 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 Kgahlanong (phone 013 237 0253) for any school-specific requirements.