Overview
Sehlaku is a public secondary school (Grades 8–12) located in Mooihoek, Burgersfort, Limpopo, South Africa. It currently enrols 1,483 learners and is staffed by 47 educators (a learner-to-educator ratio of approximately 32:1), 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 92.8% (180 of 194 candidates).
Sehlaku Secondary School Matric Performance
Sehlaku's NSC pass rate has improved over the past 3 years, from 75.4% in 2023 to 92.8% in 2025 (194 candidates writing in 2025).
| Year | Wrote | Achieved | Pass rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 194 | 180 | 92.8% |
| 2024 | 175 | 145 | 82.9% |
| 2023 | 179 | 135 | 75.4% |
Source: 2025 NSC School Performance Report (DBE). Centre: SEHLAKU SECONDARY (7092108).
Subject pass rates
Sehlaku offered 10 subjects at NSC level in 2025, achieving an overall subject pass rate of 85.5%. English (FAL) performed strongest at 100.0%, while Mathematics was the weakest at 37.6%. 2 subjects recorded a 100% pass rate (English (FAL), Geography). 1 subject fell below a 60% pass rate (Mathematics).
| Subject | Wrote | Achieved | 2025 pass rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mathematics | 93 | 35 |
37.6%
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| Mathematical Literacy | 69 | 58 |
84.1%
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| Physical Sciences | 90 | 84 |
93.3%
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| Life Sciences | 90 | 82 |
91.1%
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| English (FAL) | 194 | 194 |
100.0%
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| Accounting | 9 | 8 |
88.9%
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| Business Studies | 28 | 26 |
92.9%
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| Economics | 28 | 17 |
60.7%
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| Geography | 44 | 44 |
100.0%
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| Agricultural Sciences | 37 | 35 |
94.6%
|
Benchmark against nearby schools
Compared with 73 other secondary schools in Burgersfort.
Sehlaku Secondary School's 2025 pass rate is 6.9 percentage points above the average for comparable schools in the area.
School fees
Sehlaku 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 Sehlaku for 2027?
Sehlaku is a no-fee public secondary school (Grades 8–12) in Mooihoek, Burgersfort, Limpopo, so parents pay no tuition fees for 2027. All 1,483 enrolled learners attend at no charge. Budget instead for uniforms, stationery and transport. For voluntary contributions or admission fees, phone 013 214 8622.
Is Sehlaku a no-fee school?
Sehlaku is classified no-fee under Q1 and forms part of the state-funded schools serving Mooihoek, Burgersfort, Limpopo. Parents pay no tuition fees.
What is the quintile of Sehlaku and what does it mean for fees?
Sehlaku is a Q1 school, the lowest of three quintile bands designated as "no-fee" under the SA Schools Act. Serving the Mooihoek, Burgersfort, 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 Sehlaku, families in Limpopo apply directly at the Sehlaku 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 Sehlaku
Call 013 214 8622 to confirm whether Sehlaku has open places for the year you're applying.
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Start the application
Collect the official application form from Mooihoek; Ga Maroga; Driekop; 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 Sehlaku during the school's published admission window.
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Pay any required deposits or fees
Sehlaku 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 Sehlaku. 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 Sehlaku for the next school year?
Sehlaku 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 013 214 8622 to confirm openings in the Sekhukhune East district.
What documents do I need to apply at Sehlaku?
When applying to Sehlaku, 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 Sehlaku depending on the grade; confirm via phone 013 214 8622.