Overview
George Sekonder is a public secondary school (Grades 8–12) located in Levallia, George, Western Cape, South Africa. It currently enrols 1,640 learners and is staffed by 52 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 Eden and Central Kar education district and achieved a strong 2025 NSC matric pass rate of 87.9% (204 of 232 candidates).
George Sekonder Secondary School Matric Performance
Since 2023, George Sekonder has improved, moving from a 82.2% pass rate to 87.9% in 2025, the most recent year, 232 learners sat the exam.
| Year | Wrote | Achieved | Pass rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 232 | 204 | 87.9% |
| 2024 | 319 | 268 | 84.0% |
| 2023 | 253 | 208 | 82.2% |
Source: 2025 NSC School Performance Report (DBE). Centre: GEORGE SEK. (1003311).
Subject pass rates
George Sekonder offered 10 subjects at NSC level in 2025, achieving an overall subject pass rate of 85.0%. English (FAL) performed strongest at 100.0%, while Economics was the weakest at 59.5%. 2 subjects recorded a 100% pass rate (English (FAL), History). 1 subject fell below a 60% pass rate (Economics).
| Subject | Wrote | Achieved | 2025 pass rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mathematics | 35 | 22 |
62.9%
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| Mathematical Literacy | 197 | 167 |
84.8%
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| Physical Sciences | 17 | 14 |
82.4%
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| Life Sciences | 63 | 49 |
77.8%
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| English (FAL) | 234 | 234 |
100.0%
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| Accounting | 7 | 6 |
85.7%
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| Business Studies | 137 | 98 |
71.5%
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| Economics | 42 | 25 |
59.5%
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| Geography | 50 | 47 |
94.0%
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| History | 16 | 16 |
100.0%
|
Benchmark against nearby schools
Compared with 9 other secondary schools in George.
George Sekonder Secondary School's 2025 pass rate is 1.0 percentage points above the average for comparable schools in the area.
School fees
George Sekonder 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 George Sekonder for 2027?
Tuition at George Sekonder for the 2027 academic year is R0; the school is officially classified as no-fee (Q3) by the Department of Basic Education in the Eden and Central Kar district. Parents may still need to cover uniform and stationery costs; phone 044 871 1194 for specifics.
Is George Sekonder a no-fee school?
Yes, George Sekonder is officially a no-fee school (Q3), recognised as such by the Department of Basic Education in the Eden and Central Kar district. No tuition is charged to any of its 1,640 learners.
What is the quintile of George Sekonder and what does it mean for fees?
George Sekonder is a Q3 school, the lowest of three quintile bands designated as "no-fee" under the SA Schools Act. Serving the Levallia, Levallia, Western Cape community in the Eden and Central Kar district, it receives full state funding and parents are not charged tuition.
How to apply
To enrol your child at George Sekonder, families in Western Cape apply via the WCED Online Admissions online system, with confirmation handled by George Sekonder. The exact Grade 8 (and other grade transfers) process in the Eden and Central Kar education district is summarised below.
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Confirm availability with George Sekonder
Call 044 871 1194 to confirm whether George Sekonder 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 George Sekonder 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
George Sekonder 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 George Sekonder.
- 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 George Sekonder for the next school year?
To apply to George Sekonder for the next academic year, register on the WCED Online Admissions portal during the official admission window and select George Sekonder as a preferred school. WCED Online Admissions for Grade 1 and Grade 8 typically opens in March/April of the preceding year. For confirmation of available places, contact George Sekonder via phone 044 871 1194.
What documents do I need to apply at George Sekonder?
George Sekonder requires the following documents for admission: • 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) Contact George Sekonder (phone 044 871 1194) for any school-specific requirements and to verify what must be uploaded to the WCED Online Admissions.