Overview
Magoza is a public secondary school (Grades 8–12) located in Danc, Tzaneen, Limpopo, South Africa. It currently enrols 1,971 learners and is staffed by 52 educators (a learner-to-educator ratio of approximately 38:1), and is officially classified as a no-fee school under Q3. It falls within the Mopani West education district and achieved an excellent 2025 NSC matric pass rate of 95.1% (235 of 247 candidates).
Magoza Secondary School Matric Performance
Since 2023, Magoza has improved, moving from a 84.1% pass rate to 95.1% in 2025, the most recent year, 247 learners sat the exam.
| Year | Wrote | Achieved | Pass rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 247 | 235 | 95.1% |
| 2024 | 183 | 170 | 92.9% |
| 2023 | 151 | 127 | 84.1% |
Source: 2025 NSC School Performance Report (DBE). Centre: MAGOZA SECONDARY (7083105).
Subject pass rates
Magoza offered 9 subjects at NSC level in 2025, achieving an overall subject pass rate of 94.5%. Life Sciences performed strongest at 100.0%, while Mathematics was the weakest at 85.9%. 2 subjects recorded a 100% pass rate (Life Sciences, English (FAL)).
| Subject | Wrote | Achieved | 2025 pass rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mathematics | 64 | 55 |
85.9%
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| Mathematical Literacy | 183 | 162 |
88.5%
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| Physical Sciences | 64 | 61 |
95.3%
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| Life Sciences | 64 | 64 |
100.0%
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| English (FAL) | 247 | 247 |
100.0%
|
| Economics | 104 | 94 |
90.4%
|
| Geography | 183 | 173 |
94.5%
|
| History | 183 | 173 |
94.5%
|
| Agricultural Sciences | 64 | 63 |
98.4%
|
Benchmark against nearby schools
Compared with 27 other secondary schools in Tzaneen.
Magoza Secondary School's 2025 pass rate is 9.1 percentage points above the average for comparable schools in the area.
School fees
Magoza 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 Magoza for 2027?
Tuition at Magoza for the 2027 academic year is R0; the school is officially classified as no-fee (Q3) by the Department of Basic Education in the Mopani West district. Parents may still need to cover uniform and stationery costs; phone 099 for specifics.
Is Magoza a no-fee school?
Yes, Magoza is officially a no-fee school (Q3), recognised as such by the Department of Basic Education in the Mopani West district. No tuition is charged to any of its 1,971 learners.
What is the quintile of Magoza and what does it mean for fees?
As a Q3 public secondary school (Grades 8–12) in the Mopani West district, Magoza 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 Magoza, families in Limpopo apply directly at the Magoza school office. The exact Grade 8 (and other grade transfers) process in the Mopani West education district is summarised below.
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Confirm availability with Magoza
Call 099 to confirm whether Magoza has open places for the year you're applying.
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Start the application
Collect the official application form from Dan Village Stand No.511 C 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 Magoza during the school's published admission window.
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Pay any required deposits or fees
Magoza 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 Magoza. If declined, you may appeal at the Mopani West 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 Magoza for the next school year?
To apply to Magoza for the next academic year, collect and submit the application form directly at Magoza. In Limpopo, applications are completed at the school and processed via the circuit office. For confirmation of available places, contact Magoza via phone 099.
What documents do I need to apply at Magoza?
Magoza 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 Magoza (phone 099) for any school-specific requirements.