Overview
Ilingelethu Secondary School is a public secondary school (Grades 8–12) located in Ilinge Lethu, Malmesbury, Western Cape, South Africa. It currently enrols 1,444 learners and is staffed by 34 educators (a learner-to-educator ratio of approximately 42:1), and is officially classified as a no-fee school under Q1. It falls within the West Coast education district and achieved a strong 2025 NSC matric pass rate of 82.1% (179 of 218 candidates).
Ilingelethu Secondary School Matric Performance
Ilingelethu Secondary School's NSC pass rate has improved over the past 3 years, from 67.2% in 2023 to 82.1% in 2025 (218 candidates writing in 2025).
| Year | Wrote | Achieved | Pass rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 218 | 179 | 82.1% |
| 2024 | 146 | 131 | 89.7% |
| 2023 | 265 | 178 | 67.2% |
Source: 2025 NSC School Performance Report (DBE). Centre: ILINGELETHU SEC (1005540).
Subject pass rates
Ilingelethu Secondary School offered 10 subjects at NSC level in 2025, achieving an overall subject pass rate of 85.2%. English (FAL) performed strongest at 100.0%, while Accounting was the weakest at 57.6%. 1 subject recorded a 100% pass rate (English (FAL)). 1 subject fell below a 60% pass rate (Accounting).
| Subject | Wrote | Achieved | 2025 pass rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mathematics | 28 | 22 |
78.6%
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| Mathematical Literacy | 190 | 148 |
77.9%
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| Physical Sciences | 25 | 21 |
84.0%
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| Life Sciences | 63 | 50 |
79.4%
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| English (FAL) | 218 | 218 |
100.0%
|
| Accounting | 33 | 19 |
57.6%
|
| Business Studies | 133 | 103 |
77.4%
|
| Economics | 72 | 57 |
79.2%
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| Geography | 85 | 79 |
92.9%
|
| History | 121 | 108 |
89.3%
|
Benchmark against nearby schools
Compared with 4 other secondary schools in Malmesbury.
Ilingelethu Secondary School's 2025 pass rate is 7.2 percentage points below the average for comparable schools in the area.
School fees
Ilingelethu 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 Ilingelethu Secondary School for 2027?
Ilingelethu Secondary School is a no-fee public secondary school (Grades 8–12) in Ilinge Lethu, Ilinge Lethu SP, Western Cape, so parents pay no tuition fees for 2027. All 1,444 enrolled learners attend at no charge. Budget instead for uniforms, stationery, transport and excursions. For voluntary contributions or admission fees, phone 074 148 1469.
Is Ilingelethu Secondary School a no-fee school?
Ilingelethu Secondary School is classified no-fee under Q1 and forms part of the state-funded schools serving Ilinge Lethu, Ilinge Lethu SP, Western Cape. Parents pay no tuition fees.
What is the quintile of Ilingelethu Secondary School and what does it mean for fees?
As a Q1 public secondary school (Grades 8–12) in the West Coast district, Ilingelethu 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 Ilingelethu Secondary School, families in Western Cape apply via the WCED Online Admissions online system, with confirmation handled by Ilingelethu Secondary School. The exact Grade 8 (and other grade transfers) process in the West Coast education district is summarised below.
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Confirm availability with Ilingelethu Secondary School
Call 074 148 1469 to confirm whether Ilingelethu 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 Ilingelethu 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
Ilingelethu 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
Check your WCED Online Admissions dashboard for the placement outcome. If accepted, complete on-site registration at Ilingelethu 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 Ilingelethu Secondary School for the next school year?
Ilingelethu 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 074 148 1469 to confirm openings in the West Coast district.
What documents do I need to apply at Ilingelethu Secondary School?
When applying to Ilingelethu 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 Ilingelethu Secondary School depending on the grade; confirm via phone 074 148 1469.