Overview
Parkdene Sekonder is a public secondary school (Grades 8–12) located in Ballotsview, George, Western Cape, South Africa. It currently enrols 1,449 learners and is staffed by 46 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 an excellent 2025 NSC matric pass rate of 95.6% (173 of 181 candidates).
Parkdene Sekonder Secondary School Matric Performance
Since 2023, Parkdene Sekonder has improved, moving from a 90.8% pass rate to 95.6% in 2025, the most recent year, 181 learners sat the exam.
| Year | Wrote | Achieved | Pass rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 181 | 173 | 95.6% |
| 2024 | 206 | 191 | 92.7% |
| 2023 | 174 | 158 | 90.8% |
Source: 2025 NSC School Performance Report (DBE). Centre: PARKDENE SEK. (1003337).
Subject pass rates
Parkdene Sekonder offered 8 subjects at NSC level in 2025, achieving an overall subject pass rate of 86.4%. Business Studies performed strongest at 100.0%, while Life Sciences was the weakest at 25.0%. 1 subject recorded a 100% pass rate (Business Studies). 1 subject fell below a 60% pass rate (Life Sciences).
| Subject | Wrote | Achieved | 2025 pass rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mathematics | 9 | 8 |
88.9%
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| Mathematical Literacy | 174 | 135 |
77.6%
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| Life Sciences | 32 | 8 |
25.0%
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| English (FAL) | 184 | 183 |
99.5%
|
| Accounting | 6 | 5 |
83.3%
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| Business Studies | 35 | 35 |
100.0%
|
| Economics | 32 | 31 |
96.9%
|
| History | 109 | 97 |
89.0%
|
Benchmark against nearby schools
Compared with 9 other secondary schools in George.
Parkdene Sekonder Secondary School's 2025 pass rate is 9.5 percentage points above the average for comparable schools in the area.
School fees
Parkdene 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 Parkdene Sekonder for 2027?
Tuition at Parkdene 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 044 875 9457 for specifics.
Is Parkdene Sekonder a no-fee school?
Yes, Parkdene 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 1,449 learners.
What is the quintile of Parkdene Sekonder and what does it mean for fees?
Classified as Q3 by the Department of Basic Education, Parkdene Sekonder falls within the no-fee category, meaning the 1,449 learners attending here in Ballotsview, Ballotsview, Western Cape pay no school fees.
How to apply
To enrol your child at Parkdene Sekonder, families in Western Cape apply via the WCED Online Admissions online system, with confirmation handled by Parkdene 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 Parkdene Sekonder
Call 044 875 9457 to confirm whether Parkdene 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 Parkdene 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
Parkdene 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 Parkdene 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 Parkdene Sekonder for the next school year?
To apply to Parkdene Sekonder for the next academic year, register on the WCED Online Admissions portal during the official admission window and select Parkdene 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 Parkdene Sekonder via phone 044 875 9457.
What documents do I need to apply at Parkdene Sekonder?
Parkdene 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 Parkdene Sekonder (phone 044 875 9457) for any school-specific requirements and to verify what must be uploaded to the WCED Online Admissions.