Overview
Pacaltsdorp Sekonder is a public secondary school (Grades 8–12) located in Pacaltsdorp, George, Western Cape, South Africa. It currently enrols 1,303 learners and is staffed by 41 educators (a learner-to-educator ratio of approximately 32:1), and is officially classified as a no-fee school under Q4. It falls within the Eden and Central Kar education district and achieved an excellent 2025 NSC matric pass rate of 92.7% (166 of 179 candidates).
Pacaltsdorp Sekonder Secondary School Matric Performance
Since 2023, Pacaltsdorp Sekonder has improved, moving from a 71.9% pass rate to 92.7% in 2025, the most recent year, 179 learners sat the exam.
| Year | Wrote | Achieved | Pass rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 179 | 166 | 92.7% |
| 2024 | 197 | 163 | 82.7% |
| 2023 | 196 | 141 | 71.9% |
Source: 2025 NSC School Performance Report (DBE). Centre: PACALTSDORP SEK. (1003335).
Subject pass rates
Pacaltsdorp Sekonder offered 10 subjects at NSC level in 2025, achieving an overall subject pass rate of 85.8%. Physical Sciences performed strongest at 100.0%, while Business Studies was the weakest at 54.2%. 1 subject recorded a 100% pass rate (Physical Sciences). 1 subject fell below a 60% pass rate (Business Studies).
| Subject | Wrote | Achieved | 2025 pass rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mathematics | 11 | 10 |
90.9%
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| Mathematical Literacy | 170 | 153 |
90.0%
|
| Physical Sciences | 8 | 8 |
100.0%
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| Life Sciences | 49 | 36 |
73.5%
|
| English (FAL) | 182 | 181 |
99.5%
|
| Accounting | 10 | 6 |
60.0%
|
| Business Studies | 96 | 52 |
54.2%
|
| Economics | 16 | 15 |
93.8%
|
| Geography | 89 | 82 |
92.1%
|
| History | 37 | 30 |
81.1%
|
Benchmark against nearby schools
Compared with 9 other secondary schools in George.
Pacaltsdorp Sekonder Secondary School's 2025 pass rate is 6.3 percentage points above the average for comparable schools in the area.
School fees
Pacaltsdorp 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 Pacaltsdorp Sekonder for 2027?
Tuition at Pacaltsdorp Sekonder for the 2027 academic year is R0; the school is officially classified as no-fee (Q4) by the Department of Basic Education in the Eden and Central Kar district. Parents may still need to cover uniform and stationery costs; phone 044 878 2500 for specifics.
Is Pacaltsdorp Sekonder a no-fee school?
Yes, Pacaltsdorp Sekonder is officially a no-fee school (Q4), recognised as such by the Department of Basic Education in the Eden and Central Kar district. No tuition is charged to any of its 1,303 learners.
What is the quintile of Pacaltsdorp Sekonder and what does it mean for fees?
As a Quintile 4 secondary school (Grades 8–12) in Pacaltsdorp, Pacaltsdorp, Western Cape, Pacaltsdorp Sekonder receives a partial state subsidy and supplements its budget with fees set annually by the School Governing Body.
How to apply
To enrol your child at Pacaltsdorp Sekonder, families in Western Cape apply via the WCED Online Admissions online system, with confirmation handled by Pacaltsdorp 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 Pacaltsdorp Sekonder
Call 044 878 2500 to confirm whether Pacaltsdorp 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 Pacaltsdorp 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
Pacaltsdorp Sekonder is a no-fee school (Q4), 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 Pacaltsdorp 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 Pacaltsdorp Sekonder for the next school year?
To apply to Pacaltsdorp Sekonder for the next academic year, register on the WCED Online Admissions portal during the official admission window and select Pacaltsdorp 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 Pacaltsdorp Sekonder via phone 044 878 2500.
What documents do I need to apply at Pacaltsdorp Sekonder?
Pacaltsdorp 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 Pacaltsdorp Sekonder (phone 044 878 2500) for any school-specific requirements and to verify what must be uploaded to the WCED Online Admissions.