Overview
Tlhwahalang Secondary School is a public secondary school (Grades 8–12) located in Jan Kempdorp, Northern Cape, South Africa. It currently enrols 1,350 learners and is staffed by 47 educators (a learner-to-educator ratio of approximately 29:1), and is officially classified as a no-fee school under Q1. It falls within the Frances Baard (Fb) education district and achieved a strong 2025 NSC matric pass rate of 89.1% (115 of 129 candidates).
Tlhwahalang Secondary School Matric Performance
Tlhwahalang Secondary School's NSC pass rate has improved over the past 3 years, from 64.8% in 2023 to 89.1% in 2025 (129 candidates writing in 2025).
| Year | Wrote | Achieved | Pass rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 129 | 115 | 89.1% |
| 2024 | 93 | 85 | 91.4% |
| 2023 | 105 | 68 | 64.8% |
Source: 2025 NSC School Performance Report (DBE). Centre: H/SCHOOL TLHWAHALANG (2017405).
Subject pass rates
Tlhwahalang Secondary School offered 11 subjects at NSC level in 2025, achieving an overall subject pass rate of 82.1%. English (FAL) performed strongest at 100.0%, while Mathematics was the weakest at 40.0%. 2 subjects recorded a 100% pass rate (English (FAL), History). 4 subjects fell below a 60% pass rate.
| Subject | Wrote | Achieved | 2025 pass rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mathematics | 20 | 8 |
40.0%
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| Mathematical Literacy | 109 | 81 |
74.3%
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| Physical Sciences | 18 | 10 |
55.6%
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| Life Sciences | 82 | 45 |
54.9%
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| English (FAL) | 129 | 129 |
100.0%
|
| Accounting | 3 | 2 |
66.7%
|
| Business Studies | 33 | 30 |
90.9%
|
| Economics | 33 | 28 |
84.8%
|
| Geography | 126 | 114 |
90.5%
|
| History | 62 | 62 |
100.0%
|
| Agricultural Sciences | 16 | 9 |
56.3%
|
Benchmark against nearby schools
Compared with 3 other secondary schools in Jan Kempdorp.
Tlhwahalang Secondary School's 2025 pass rate is 1.6 percentage points above the average for comparable schools in the area.
School fees
Tlhwahalang Secondary School 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 Tlhwahalang Secondary School for 2027?
Tlhwahalang Secondary School is a no-fee public secondary school (Grades 8–12) in Jan Kempdorp, Northern Cape, so parents pay no tuition fees for 2027. All 1,350 enrolled learners attend at no charge. Budget instead for uniforms, stationery and transport. For voluntary contributions or admission fees, phone 053 456 1235.
Is Tlhwahalang Secondary School a no-fee school?
Tlhwahalang Secondary School is classified no-fee under Q1 and forms part of the state-funded schools serving Jan Kempdorp, Northern Cape. Parents pay no tuition fees.
What is the quintile of Tlhwahalang Secondary School and what does it mean for fees?
As a Q1 public secondary school (Grades 8–12) in the Frances Baard (Fb) district, Tlhwahalang Secondary School 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 Tlhwahalang Secondary School, families in Northern Cape apply directly at the Tlhwahalang Secondary School school office. The exact Grade 8 (and other grade transfers) process in the Frances Baard (Fb) education district is summarised below.
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Confirm availability with Tlhwahalang Secondary School
Call 053 456 1235 to confirm whether Tlhwahalang Secondary School has open places for the year you're applying.
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Start the application
Collect the official application form from 486 R. Nkomo Avenue, Valspan, Jan Kempdorp, 8550 or download it from the Northern Cape Department of Education website.
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Submit your documents
Submit the completed form and certified copies of all supporting documents to Tlhwahalang Secondary School during the school's published admission window.
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Pay any required deposits or fees
Tlhwahalang Secondary School 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 Tlhwahalang Secondary School. If declined, you may appeal at the Frances Baard (Fb) district office under the Northern Cape 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 Tlhwahalang Secondary School for the next school year?
Tlhwahalang Secondary School processes applications at the school office. Northern Cape applications are made directly at the school office. Reach the school directly via phone 053 456 1235 to confirm openings in the Frances Baard (Fb) district.
What documents do I need to apply at Tlhwahalang Secondary School?
When applying to Tlhwahalang Secondary School, 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 Tlhwahalang Secondary School depending on the grade; confirm via phone 053 456 1235.