Overview
Raluswielo is a public secondary school (Grades 8–12) located in Sibasa, Makhado, Limpopo, South Africa. It currently enrols 412 learners and is staffed by 13 educators (a learner-to-educator ratio of approximately 32:1), and is officially classified as a no-fee school under Q3. It falls within the Vhembe East education district and achieved a moderate 2025 NSC matric pass rate of 79.5% (35 of 44 candidates).
Raluswielo Secondary School Matric Performance
Raluswielo's NSC pass rate has improved over the past 3 years, from 33.3% in 2023 to 79.5% in 2025 (44 candidates writing in 2025).
| Year | Wrote | Achieved | Pass rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 44 | 35 | 79.5% |
| 2024 | 77 | 22 | 28.6% |
| 2023 | 54 | 18 | 33.3% |
Source: 2025 NSC School Performance Report (DBE). Centre: RALUSWIELO SECONDARY (7063407).
Subject pass rates
Raluswielo offered 8 subjects at NSC level in 2025, achieving an overall subject pass rate of 74.7%. English (FAL) performed strongest at 100.0%, while Life Sciences was the weakest at 35.6%. 1 subject recorded a 100% pass rate (English (FAL)). 1 subject fell below a 60% pass rate (Life Sciences).
| Subject | Wrote | Achieved | 2025 pass rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mathematics | 9 | 6 |
66.7%
|
| Mathematical Literacy | 36 | 29 |
80.6%
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| Physical Sciences | 9 | 7 |
77.8%
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| Life Sciences | 45 | 16 |
35.6%
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| English (FAL) | 45 | 45 |
100.0%
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| Geography | 45 | 36 |
80.0%
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| History | 16 | 15 |
93.8%
|
| Agricultural Sciences | 20 | 14 |
70.0%
|
Benchmark against nearby schools
Compared with 5 other secondary schools in Sibasa.
Raluswielo Secondary School's 2025 pass rate is 3.9 percentage points below the average for comparable schools in the area.
School fees
Raluswielo charges no tuition fees. Plan instead for uniforms, stationery, transport and outings.
Public secondary school (Grades 8–12); fees regulated by the SA Schools Act.
Fee questions
How much are school fees at Raluswielo for 2027?
Raluswielo is a no-fee public secondary school (Grades 8–12) in Sibasa, Makhado, Limpopo, so parents pay no tuition fees for 2027. All 412 enrolled learners attend at no charge. Budget instead for uniforms, stationery, transport and excursions. For voluntary contributions or admission fees, phone 015 963 1432.
Is Raluswielo a no-fee school?
Raluswielo is classified no-fee under Q3 and forms part of the state-funded schools serving Sibasa, Makhado, Limpopo. Parents pay no tuition fees.
What is the quintile of Raluswielo and what does it mean for fees?
Raluswielo is a Q3 school, the lowest of three quintile bands designated as "no-fee" under the SA Schools Act. Serving the Sibasa, Makhado, Limpopo community in the Vhembe East district, it receives full state funding and parents are not charged tuition.
How to apply
Raluswielo accepts applications directly at the Raluswielo 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 Raluswielo
Call 015 963 1432 to confirm whether Raluswielo has open places for the year you're applying.
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Start the application
Collect the official application form from Sibasa 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 Raluswielo during the school's published admission window.
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Pay any required deposits or fees
Raluswielo 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 Raluswielo. 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 Raluswielo for the next school year?
Raluswielo 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 015 963 1432 to confirm openings in the Vhembe East district.
What documents do I need to apply at Raluswielo?
When applying to Raluswielo, 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 Raluswielo depending on the grade; confirm via phone 015 963 1432.