Overview
Intsebenziswano Secondary School is a public secondary school (Grades 8–12) located in Philippi, City of Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa. It currently enrols 1,530 learners and is staffed by 43 educators (a learner-to-educator ratio of approximately 36:1), and is officially classified as a no-fee school under Q2. It falls within the Metro South education district and achieved an excellent 2025 NSC matric pass rate of 90.2% (231 of 256 candidates).
Intsebenziswano Secondary School Matric Performance
Since 2023, Intsebenziswano Secondary School has improved, moving from a 79.5% pass rate to 90.2% in 2025, the most recent year, 256 learners sat the exam.
| Year | Wrote | Achieved | Pass rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 256 | 231 | 90.2% |
| 2024 | 269 | 221 | 82.2% |
| 2023 | 224 | 178 | 79.5% |
Source: 2025 NSC School Performance Report (DBE). Centre: INTSEBENZISWANO SEC (1006657).
Subject pass rates
Intsebenziswano Secondary School offered 10 subjects at NSC level in 2025, achieving an overall subject pass rate of 88.8%. English (FAL) performed strongest at 100.0%, while Mathematics was the weakest at 70.7%. 2 subjects recorded a 100% pass rate (English (FAL), Accounting).
| Subject | Wrote | Achieved | 2025 pass rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mathematics | 41 | 29 |
70.7%
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| Mathematical Literacy | 218 | 192 |
88.1%
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| Physical Sciences | 29 | 28 |
96.6%
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| Life Sciences | 135 | 105 |
77.8%
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| English (FAL) | 259 | 259 |
100.0%
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| Accounting | 7 | 7 |
100.0%
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| Business Studies | 124 | 89 |
71.8%
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| Economics | 27 | 24 |
88.9%
|
| Geography | 135 | 127 |
94.1%
|
| History | 188 | 173 |
92.0%
|
Benchmark against nearby schools
Compared with 7 other secondary schools in Philippi.
Intsebenziswano Secondary School's 2025 pass rate is 6.3 percentage points above the average for comparable schools in the area.
School fees
Intsebenziswano 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 Intsebenziswano Secondary School for 2027?
Tuition at Intsebenziswano Secondary School for the 2027 academic year is R0; the school is officially classified as no-fee (Q2) by the Department of Basic Education in the Metro South district. Parents may still need to cover uniform and stationery costs; phone 021 372 6556 for specifics.
Is Intsebenziswano Secondary School a no-fee school?
Yes, Intsebenziswano Secondary School is officially a no-fee school (Q2), recognised as such by the Department of Basic Education in the Metro South district. No tuition is charged to any of its 1,530 learners.
What is the quintile of Intsebenziswano Secondary School and what does it mean for fees?
As a Q2 public secondary school (Grades 8–12) in the Metro South district, Intsebenziswano Secondary School is funded entirely by the state under the no-fee policy applied to Quintiles 1 through 3.
How to apply
Intsebenziswano Secondary School accepts applications via the WCED Online Admissions online system, with confirmation handled by Intsebenziswano Secondary School in the Metro South education district. The steps and documents required for Grade 8 (and other grade transfers) are detailed below.
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Confirm availability with Intsebenziswano Secondary School
Call 021 372 6556 to confirm whether Intsebenziswano 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 Intsebenziswano 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
Intsebenziswano Secondary School is a no-fee school (Q2), 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 Intsebenziswano 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 Intsebenziswano Secondary School for the next school year?
To apply to Intsebenziswano Secondary School for the next academic year, register on the WCED Online Admissions portal during the official admission window and select Intsebenziswano Secondary School 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 Intsebenziswano Secondary School via phone 021 372 6556.
What documents do I need to apply at Intsebenziswano Secondary School?
Intsebenziswano Secondary School 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 Intsebenziswano Secondary School (phone 021 372 6556) for any school-specific requirements and to verify what must be uploaded to the WCED Online Admissions.