Overview
Cedar Secondary School is a public secondary school (Grades 8–12) located in Rocklands, City of Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa. It currently enrols 1,512 learners and is staffed by 49 educators (a learner-to-educator ratio of approximately 31:1), operating as a fee-charging school (Q5). It falls within the Metro South education district and achieved a strong 2025 NSC matric pass rate of 86.2% (156 of 181 candidates).
Cedar Secondary School Matric Performance
Cedar Secondary School's NSC pass rate has improved over the past 3 years, from 77.2% in 2023 to 86.2% in 2025 (181 candidates writing in 2025).
| Year | Wrote | Achieved | Pass rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 181 | 156 | 86.2% |
| 2024 | 221 | 171 | 77.4% |
| 2023 | 219 | 169 | 77.2% |
Source: 2025 NSC School Performance Report (DBE). Centre: CEDAR SEC. (1006603).
Subject pass rates
Cedar Secondary School offered 5 subjects at NSC level in 2025, achieving an overall subject pass rate of 78.7%. History performed strongest at 83.2%, while Mathematics was the weakest at 18.2%. 2 subjects fell below a 60% pass rate (Mathematics, Economics).
| Subject | Wrote | Achieved | 2025 pass rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mathematics | 11 | 2 |
18.2%
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| Mathematical Literacy | 172 | 143 |
83.1%
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| Life Sciences | 69 | 53 |
76.8%
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| Economics | 18 | 10 |
55.6%
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| History | 101 | 84 |
83.2%
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Benchmark against nearby schools
Compared with 3 other secondary schools in Rocklands.
Cedar Secondary School's 2025 pass rate is 5.3 percentage points below the average for comparable schools in the area.
School fees
Q5 fees vary widely. Confirm Cedar Secondary School's 2027 fee schedule directly with the school office.
Public secondary school (Grades 8–12); fees regulated by the SA Schools Act.
Fee questions
How much are school fees at Cedar Secondary School for 2027?
Cedar Secondary School is a fee-charging public school in the Metro South district. Indicative 2027 fees: R8,000 – R45,000+ 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 021 392 5737.
Is Cedar Secondary School a no-fee school?
Cedar Secondary School does charge school fees as a Q5 school. The amount is reviewed and approved annually by the School Governing Body.
What is the quintile of Cedar Secondary School and what does it mean for fees?
Quintile 5, the highest band, applies to Cedar Secondary School in the Metro South district. Q5 fees vary widely between schools and are confirmed by the SGB ahead of each academic year.
How to apply
Applications to Cedar Secondary School for Grade 8 (and other grade transfers) are submitted via the WCED Online Admissions online system, with confirmation handled by Cedar Secondary School in the Metro South education district. Below is the step-by-step process specific to Western Cape.
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Confirm availability with Cedar Secondary School
Call 021 392 5737 to confirm whether Cedar Secondary School has open places for the year you're applying.
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Start the application
Register on the WCED Online Admissions portal when applications open and select Cedar Secondary School as a preferred school.
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Submit your documents
Upload all required documents to the WCED Online Admissions portal before the published cut-off and keep your reference number.
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Pay any required deposits or fees
If accepted, Cedar Secondary School (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
Check your WCED Online Admissions dashboard for the placement outcome. If accepted, complete on-site registration at Cedar Secondary School.
- 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 Cedar Secondary School for the next school year?
Cedar Secondary School processes applications online via the WCED Online Admissions. WCED Online Admissions for Grade 1 and Grade 8 typically opens in March/April of the preceding year. Reach the school directly via phone 021 392 5737 to confirm openings in the Metro South district.
What documents do I need to apply at Cedar Secondary School?
When applying to Cedar 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 Cedar Secondary School depending on the grade; confirm via phone 021 392 5737.