Overview
Vuyiseka Secondary School is a public secondary school (Grades 8–12) located in Philippi, City of Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa. It currently enrols 1,525 learners and is staffed by 45 educators (a learner-to-educator ratio of approximately 34:1), and is officially classified as a no-fee school under Q2. It falls within the Metro South education district and achieved a strong 2025 NSC matric pass rate of 81.1% (202 of 249 candidates).
Vuyiseka Secondary School Matric Performance
Vuyiseka Secondary School's NSC pass rate has remained fairly steady over the past 3 years, from 80.9% in 2023 to 81.1% in 2025 (249 candidates writing in 2025).
| Year | Wrote | Achieved | Pass rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 249 | 202 | 81.1% |
| 2024 | 194 | 163 | 84.0% |
| 2023 | 215 | 174 | 80.9% |
Source: 2025 NSC School Performance Report (DBE). Centre: VUYISEKA SEC. (1006634).
Subject pass rates
Vuyiseka Secondary School offered 10 subjects at NSC level in 2025, achieving an overall subject pass rate of 82.8%. English (FAL) performed strongest at 99.6%, while Physical Sciences was the weakest at 48.1%. 2 subjects fell below a 60% pass rate (Physical Sciences, Life Sciences).
| Subject | Wrote | Achieved | 2025 pass rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mathematics | 56 | 43 |
76.8%
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| Mathematical Literacy | 199 | 163 |
81.9%
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| Physical Sciences | 54 | 26 |
48.1%
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| Life Sciences | 144 | 86 |
59.7%
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| English (FAL) | 255 | 254 |
99.6%
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| Accounting | 35 | 21 |
60.0%
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| Business Studies | 80 | 73 |
91.3%
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| Economics | 35 | 33 |
94.3%
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| Geography | 90 | 80 |
88.9%
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| History | 119 | 104 |
87.4%
|
Benchmark against nearby schools
Compared with 7 other secondary schools in Philippi.
Vuyiseka Secondary School's 2025 pass rate is 4.1 percentage points below the average for comparable schools in the area.
School fees
Vuyiseka 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 Vuyiseka Secondary School for 2027?
Vuyiseka Secondary School is a no-fee public secondary school (Grades 8–12) in Philippi, Philippi E, Western Cape, so parents pay no tuition fees for 2027. All 1,525 enrolled learners attend at no charge. Budget instead for uniforms, stationery, transport and excursions. For voluntary contributions or admission fees, phone 067 933 0031.
Is Vuyiseka Secondary School a no-fee school?
Vuyiseka Secondary School is classified no-fee under Q2 and forms part of the state-funded schools serving Philippi, Philippi E, Western Cape. Parents pay no tuition fees.
What is the quintile of Vuyiseka Secondary School and what does it mean for fees?
Vuyiseka Secondary School is a Q2 school, the lowest of three quintile bands designated as "no-fee" under the SA Schools Act. Serving the Philippi, Philippi E, Western Cape community in the Metro South district, it receives full state funding and parents are not charged tuition.
How to apply
Applications to Vuyiseka Secondary School for Grade 8 (and other grade transfers) are submitted via the WCED Online Admissions online system, with confirmation handled by Vuyiseka Secondary School in the Metro South education district. Below is the step-by-step process specific to Western Cape.
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Confirm availability with Vuyiseka Secondary School
Call 067 933 0031 to confirm whether Vuyiseka 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 Vuyiseka 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
Vuyiseka 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 Vuyiseka 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 Vuyiseka Secondary School for the next school year?
Vuyiseka 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 067 933 0031 to confirm openings in the Metro South district.
What documents do I need to apply at Vuyiseka Secondary School?
When applying to Vuyiseka 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 Vuyiseka Secondary School depending on the grade; confirm via phone 067 933 0031.