Overview
Ligege is a public secondary school (Grades 8–12) located in Thohoyandon, Thohoyandou, Limpopo, South Africa. It currently enrols 853 learners and is staffed by 24 educators (a learner-to-educator ratio of approximately 36:1), and is officially classified as a no-fee school under Q3. It falls within the Vhembe East education district and achieved an excellent 2025 NSC matric pass rate of 100.0% (91 of 91 candidates).
Ligege Secondary School Matric Performance
Ligege's NSC pass rate has remained fairly steady over the past 3 years, from 100.0% in 2023 to 100.0% in 2025 (91 candidates writing in 2025).
| Year | Wrote | Achieved | Pass rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 91 | 91 | 100.0% |
| 2024 | 92 | 92 | 100.0% |
| 2023 | 70 | 70 | 100.0% |
Source: 2025 NSC School Performance Report (DBE). Centre: LIGEGE SECONDARY (7063106).
Subject pass rates
Ligege offered 11 subjects at NSC level in 2025, achieving an overall subject pass rate of 97.4%. Mathematical Literacy performed strongest at 100.0%, while Mathematics was the weakest at 80.0%. 8 subjects recorded a 100% pass rate.
| Subject | Wrote | Achieved | 2025 pass rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mathematics | 50 | 40 |
80.0%
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| Mathematical Literacy | 41 | 41 |
100.0%
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| Physical Sciences | 43 | 43 |
100.0%
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| Life Sciences | 74 | 73 |
98.6%
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| English (FAL) | 91 | 91 |
100.0%
|
| Accounting | 17 | 16 |
94.1%
|
| Business Studies | 17 | 17 |
100.0%
|
| Economics | 17 | 17 |
100.0%
|
| Geography | 74 | 74 |
100.0%
|
| History | 24 | 24 |
100.0%
|
| Agricultural Sciences | 7 | 7 |
100.0%
|
Benchmark against nearby schools
Compared with 16 other secondary schools in Thohoyandou.
Ligege Secondary School's 2025 pass rate is 16.5 percentage points above the average for comparable schools in the area.
School fees
Ligege 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 Ligege for 2027?
Ligege is a no-fee public secondary school (Grades 8–12) in Thohoyandon, Thohoyandou, Limpopo, so parents pay no tuition fees for 2027. All 853 enrolled learners attend at no charge. Budget instead for uniforms, stationery and transport. For voluntary contributions or admission fees, phone 082 717 3630.
Is Ligege a no-fee school?
Ligege is classified no-fee under Q3 and forms part of the state-funded schools serving Thohoyandon, Thohoyandou, Limpopo. Parents pay no tuition fees.
What is the quintile of Ligege and what does it mean for fees?
As a Q3 public secondary school (Grades 8–12) in the Vhembe East district, Ligege is funded entirely by the state under the no-fee policy applied to Quintiles 1 through 3.
How to apply
Ligege accepts applications directly at the Ligege school office in the Vhembe 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 Ligege
Call 082 717 3630 to confirm whether Ligege has open places for the year you're applying.
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Start the application
Collect the official application form from Duthuni Village; Thohoyandou; Venda; 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 Ligege during the school's published admission window.
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Pay any required deposits or fees
Ligege is a no-fee school (Q3), so no tuition is payable. Budget for uniforms and stationery.
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Confirm placement and enrol
Wait for confirmation from Ligege. If declined, you may appeal at the Vhembe 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 Ligege for the next school year?
Ligege processes applications at the school office. In Limpopo, applications are completed at the school and processed via the circuit office. Reach the school directly via phone 082 717 3630 to confirm openings in the Vhembe East district.
What documents do I need to apply at Ligege?
When applying to Ligege, 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 Ligege depending on the grade; confirm via phone 082 717 3630.