Overview
Fezeka Secondary School is a public secondary school (Grades 8–12) located in Guguletu, City of Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa. It currently enrols 1,845 learners and is staffed by 49 educators (a learner-to-educator ratio of approximately 38:1), and is officially classified as a no-fee school under Q3. It falls within the Metro Central education district and achieved a moderate 2025 NSC matric pass rate of 69.0% (140 of 203 candidates).
Fezeka Secondary School Matric Performance
Fezeka Secondary School's NSC pass rate has remained fairly steady over the past 3 years, from 67.9% in 2023 to 69.0% in 2025 (203 candidates writing in 2025).
| Year | Wrote | Achieved | Pass rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 203 | 140 | 69.0% |
| 2024 | 274 | 198 | 72.3% |
| 2023 | 187 | 127 | 67.9% |
Source: 2025 NSC School Performance Report (DBE). Centre: FEZEKA SEC (1006605).
Subject pass rates
Fezeka Secondary School offered 9 subjects at NSC level in 2025, achieving an overall subject pass rate of 76.6%. English (FAL) performed strongest at 99.0%, while Mathematics was the weakest at 35.9%. 2 subjects fell below a 60% pass rate (Mathematics, Economics).
| Subject | Wrote | Achieved | 2025 pass rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mathematics | 103 | 37 |
35.9%
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| Mathematical Literacy | 101 | 64 |
63.4%
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| Physical Sciences | 64 | 49 |
76.6%
|
| Life Sciences | 126 | 85 |
67.5%
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| English (FAL) | 204 | 202 |
99.0%
|
| Business Studies | 58 | 44 |
75.9%
|
| Economics | 58 | 30 |
51.7%
|
| Geography | 134 | 123 |
91.8%
|
| History | 114 | 103 |
90.4%
|
Benchmark against nearby schools
Compared with 274 other secondary schools in City of Cape Town.
Fezeka Secondary School's 2025 pass rate is 19.0 percentage points below the average for comparable schools in the area.
School fees
Fezeka Secondary School 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 Fezeka Secondary School for 2027?
Fezeka Secondary School is a no-fee public secondary school (Grades 8–12) in Guguletu, Gugulethu SP, Western Cape, so parents pay no tuition fees for 2027. All 1,845 enrolled learners attend at no charge. Budget instead for uniforms, stationery, transport and excursions. For voluntary contributions or admission fees, phone 074 124 4833.
Is Fezeka Secondary School a no-fee school?
Fezeka Secondary School is classified no-fee under Q3 and forms part of the state-funded schools serving Guguletu, Gugulethu SP, Western Cape. Parents pay no tuition fees.
What is the quintile of Fezeka Secondary School and what does it mean for fees?
Fezeka Secondary School is a Q3 school, the lowest of three quintile bands designated as "no-fee" under the SA Schools Act. Serving the Guguletu, Gugulethu SP, Western Cape community in the Metro Central district, it receives full state funding and parents are not charged tuition.
How to apply
Applications to Fezeka Secondary School for Grade 8 (and other grade transfers) are submitted via the WCED Online Admissions online system, with confirmation handled by Fezeka Secondary School in the Metro Central education district. Below is the step-by-step process specific to Western Cape.
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Confirm availability with Fezeka Secondary School
Call 074 124 4833 to confirm whether Fezeka 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 Fezeka 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
Fezeka Secondary School is a no-fee school (Q3), so no tuition is payable. Budget for uniforms and stationery.
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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 Fezeka 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 Fezeka Secondary School for the next school year?
Fezeka 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 074 124 4833 to confirm openings in the Metro Central district.
What documents do I need to apply at Fezeka Secondary School?
When applying to Fezeka 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 Fezeka Secondary School depending on the grade; confirm via phone 074 124 4833.