Overview
Maluti Senior Secondary School is a public secondary school (Grades 8–12) located in Maluti, Matatiele, Eastern Cape, South Africa. It currently enrols 1,206 learners and is staffed by 27 educators (a learner-to-educator ratio of approximately 45:1), and is officially classified as a no-fee school under Q3. It falls within the Alfred Nzo West education district and achieved a strong 2025 NSC matric pass rate of 83.0% (191 of 230 candidates).
Maluti Senior Secondary School Matric Performance
Maluti Senior Secondary School's NSC pass rate has remained fairly steady over the past 3 years, from 85.5% in 2023 to 83.0% in 2025 (230 candidates writing in 2025).
| Year | Wrote | Achieved | Pass rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 230 | 191 | 83.0% |
| 2024 | 135 | 121 | 89.6% |
| 2023 | 165 | 141 | 85.5% |
Source: 2025 NSC School Performance Report (DBE). Centre: Maluti Senior Secondary School (4251027).
Subject pass rates
Maluti Senior Secondary School offered 11 subjects at NSC level in 2025, achieving an overall subject pass rate of 76.4%. English (FAL) performed strongest at 99.6%, while Mathematics was the weakest at 38.0%. 3 subjects fell below a 60% pass rate (Mathematics, Physical Sciences, Accounting).
| Subject | Wrote | Achieved | 2025 pass rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mathematics | 137 | 52 |
38.0%
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| Mathematical Literacy | 93 | 60 |
64.5%
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| Physical Sciences | 109 | 63 |
57.8%
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| Life Sciences | 164 | 128 |
78.0%
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| English (FAL) | 230 | 229 |
99.6%
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| Accounting | 28 | 14 |
50.0%
|
| Business Studies | 66 | 42 |
63.6%
|
| Economics | 24 | 21 |
87.5%
|
| Geography | 202 | 169 |
83.7%
|
| History | 93 | 75 |
80.6%
|
| Agricultural Sciences | 113 | 109 |
96.5%
|
Benchmark against nearby schools
Compared with 6 other secondary schools in Maluti.
Maluti Senior Secondary School's 2025 pass rate is 5.8 percentage points below the average for comparable schools in the area.
School fees
Maluti Senior 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 Maluti Senior Secondary School for 2027?
Maluti Senior Secondary School is a no-fee public secondary school (Grades 8–12) in Maluti, Matatiele, Eastern Cape, so parents pay no tuition fees for 2027. All 1,206 enrolled learners attend at no charge. Budget instead for uniforms, stationery, transport and excursions. For voluntary contributions or admission fees, phone 039 256 7244.
Is Maluti Senior Secondary School a no-fee school?
Maluti Senior Secondary School is classified no-fee under Q3 and forms part of the state-funded schools serving Maluti, Matatiele, Eastern Cape. Parents pay no tuition fees.
What is the quintile of Maluti Senior Secondary School and what does it mean for fees?
Maluti Senior Secondary School is a Q3 school, the lowest of three quintile bands designated as "no-fee" under the SA Schools Act. Serving the Maluti, Matatiele, Eastern Cape community in the Alfred Nzo West district, it receives full state funding and parents are not charged tuition.
How to apply
To enrol your child at Maluti Senior Secondary School, families in Eastern Cape apply directly at the Maluti Senior Secondary School school office. The exact Grade 8 (and other grade transfers) process in the Alfred Nzo West education district is summarised below.
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Confirm availability with Maluti Senior Secondary School
Call 039 256 7244 to confirm whether Maluti Senior Secondary School has open places for the year you're applying.
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Start the application
Collect the official application form from Ramohlakoawa a/a, Maluti, 4740 or download it from the Eastern Cape Department of Education website.
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Submit your documents
Submit the completed form and certified copies of all supporting documents to Maluti Senior Secondary School during the school's published admission window.
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Pay any required deposits or fees
Maluti Senior Secondary School is a no-fee school (Q3), so no tuition is payable. Budget for uniforms and stationery.
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Confirm placement and enrol
Wait for confirmation from Maluti Senior Secondary School. If declined, you may appeal at the Alfred Nzo West district office under the Eastern Cape Department of Education.
- 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 Maluti Senior Secondary School for the next school year?
Maluti Senior Secondary School processes applications at the school office. In the Eastern Cape, applications are made directly at the school office and confirmed by the district. Reach the school directly via phone 039 256 7244 to confirm openings in the Alfred Nzo West district.
What documents do I need to apply at Maluti Senior Secondary School?
When applying to Maluti Senior 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 Maluti Senior Secondary School depending on the grade; confirm via phone 039 256 7244.