Overview
Mogale Wa Bagale is a public secondary school (Grades 8–12) located in Burgersfort, Limpopo, South Africa. It currently enrols 1,364 learners and is staffed by 38 educators (a learner-to-educator ratio of approximately 36:1), operating as a fee-charging school (Q4). It falls within the Sekhukhune East education district and achieved an excellent 2025 NSC matric pass rate of 96.7% (206 of 213 candidates).
Mogale Wa Bagale Secondary School Matric Performance
Mogale Wa Bagale's NSC pass rate has remained fairly steady over the past 3 years, from 97.9% in 2023 to 96.7% in 2025 (213 candidates writing in 2025).
| Year | Wrote | Achieved | Pass rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 213 | 206 | 96.7% |
| 2024 | 127 | 118 | 92.9% |
| 2023 | 94 | 92 | 97.9% |
Source: 2025 NSC School Performance Report (DBE). Centre: MOGALE WA BAGALE (7091209).
Subject pass rates
Mogale Wa Bagale offered 4 subjects at NSC level in 2025, achieving an overall subject pass rate of 99.3%. Physical Sciences performed strongest at 100.0%, while Mathematics was the weakest at 94.4%. 3 subjects recorded a 100% pass rate (Physical Sciences, Life Sciences, English (FAL)).
| Subject | Wrote | Achieved | 2025 pass rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mathematics | 36 | 34 |
94.4%
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| Physical Sciences | 36 | 36 |
100.0%
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| Life Sciences | 15 | 15 |
100.0%
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| English (FAL) | 200 | 200 |
100.0%
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Benchmark against nearby schools
Compared with 73 other secondary schools in Burgersfort.
Mogale Wa Bagale Secondary School's 2025 pass rate is 10.9 percentage points above the average for comparable schools in the area.
School fees
Q4 fees in Limpopo typically fall within this band; Mogale Wa Bagale's exact 2027 fee is set by the SGB.
Public secondary school (Grades 8–12); fees regulated by the SA Schools Act.
Fee questions
How much are school fees at Mogale Wa Bagale for 2027?
Mogale Wa Bagale is a fee-charging public school in the Sekhukhune East district. Indicative 2027 fees: R1,500 – R8,000 per year (typical range). Exact fees are confirmed by the School Governing Body before the school year begins. To get the official 2027 fee schedule, phone 013 231 7673.
Is Mogale Wa Bagale a no-fee school?
Mogale Wa Bagale does charge school fees as a Q4 school. The amount is reviewed and approved annually by the School Governing Body.
What is the quintile of Mogale Wa Bagale and what does it mean for fees?
Q4 classification places Mogale Wa Bagale among schools that charge moderate fees in the Sekhukhune East district. The exact amount is set by the SGB each year based on the school's operational needs.
How to apply
Mogale Wa Bagale accepts applications directly at the Mogale Wa Bagale school office in the Sekhukhune 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 Mogale Wa Bagale
Call 013 231 7673 to confirm whether Mogale Wa Bagale has open places for the year you're applying.
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Start the application
Collect the official application form from 1560 Sediba Street 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 Mogale Wa Bagale during the school's published admission window.
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Pay any required deposits or fees
If accepted, Mogale Wa Bagale (an SGB-funded school) may require a registration deposit. The exact amount is confirmed by the school.
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Confirm placement and enrol
Wait for confirmation from Mogale Wa Bagale. 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 Mogale Wa Bagale for the next school year?
Mogale Wa Bagale 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 013 231 7673 to confirm openings in the Sekhukhune East district.
What documents do I need to apply at Mogale Wa Bagale?
When applying to Mogale Wa Bagale, 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 Mogale Wa Bagale depending on the grade; confirm via phone 013 231 7673.
