Overview
Sangoni Senior Secondary School is a public secondary school (Grades 8–12) located in Lusikisiki, Eastern Cape, South Africa. It currently enrols 1,149 learners and is staffed by 31 educators (a learner-to-educator ratio of approximately 37:1), and is officially classified as a no-fee school under Q2. It falls within the Or Tambo Coastal education district and achieved a moderate 2025 NSC matric pass rate of 72.1% (142 of 197 candidates).
Sangoni Senior Secondary School Matric Performance
Sangoni Senior Secondary School's NSC pass rate has declined over the past 3 years, from 77.9% in 2023 to 72.1% in 2025 (197 candidates writing in 2025).
| Year | Wrote | Achieved | Pass rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 197 | 142 | 72.1% |
| 2024 | 145 | 131 | 90.3% |
| 2023 | 244 | 190 | 77.9% |
Source: 2025 NSC School Performance Report (DBE). Centre: Sangoni Senior Secondary School (4281047).
Subject pass rates
Sangoni Senior Secondary School offered 10 subjects at NSC level in 2025, achieving an overall subject pass rate of 68.7%. Economics performed strongest at 100.0%, while Mathematics was the weakest at 18.3%. 1 subject recorded a 100% pass rate (Economics). 4 subjects fell below a 60% pass rate.
| Subject | Wrote | Achieved | 2025 pass rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mathematics | 82 | 15 |
18.3%
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| Mathematical Literacy | 115 | 81 |
70.4%
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| Physical Sciences | 82 | 39 |
47.6%
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| Life Sciences | 153 | 98 |
64.1%
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| English (FAL) | 197 | 192 |
97.5%
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| Business Studies | 44 | 26 |
59.1%
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| Economics | 25 | 25 |
100.0%
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| Geography | 101 | 80 |
79.2%
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| History | 90 | 68 |
75.6%
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| Agricultural Sciences | 96 | 53 |
55.2%
|
Benchmark against nearby schools
Compared with 20 other secondary schools in Lusikisiki.
Sangoni Senior Secondary School's 2025 pass rate is 10.2 percentage points below the average for comparable schools in the area.
School fees
Sangoni Senior Secondary School charges no tuition fees. Plan instead for uniforms, stationery and learner transport.
Public secondary school (Grades 8–12); fees regulated by the SA Schools Act.
Fee questions
How much are school fees at Sangoni Senior Secondary School for 2027?
Sangoni Senior Secondary School is a no-fee public secondary school (Grades 8–12) in Lusikisiki, Eastern Cape, so parents pay no tuition fees for 2027. All 1,149 enrolled learners attend at no charge. Budget instead for uniforms, stationery and transport. For voluntary contributions or admission fees, phone 063 663 6416.
Is Sangoni Senior Secondary School a no-fee school?
Sangoni Senior Secondary School is classified no-fee under Q2 and forms part of the state-funded schools serving Lusikisiki, Eastern Cape. Parents pay no tuition fees.
What is the quintile of Sangoni Senior Secondary School and what does it mean for fees?
Sangoni Senior Secondary School is a Q2 school, the lowest of three quintile bands designated as "no-fee" under the SA Schools Act. Serving the Lusikisiki, Eastern Cape community in the Or Tambo Coastal district, it receives full state funding and parents are not charged tuition.
How to apply
Applications to Sangoni Senior Secondary School for Grade 8 (and other grade transfers) are submitted directly at the Sangoni Senior Secondary School school office in the Or Tambo Coastal education district. Below is the step-by-step process specific to Eastern Cape.
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Confirm availability with Sangoni Senior Secondary School
Call 063 663 6416 to confirm whether Sangoni 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 Xurana 18 a/a, Lusikisiki, 4820 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 Sangoni Senior Secondary School during the school's published admission window.
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Pay any required deposits or fees
Sangoni Senior 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
Wait for confirmation from Sangoni Senior Secondary School. If declined, you may appeal at the Or Tambo Coastal 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 Sangoni Senior Secondary School for the next school year?
Sangoni 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 063 663 6416 to confirm openings in the Or Tambo Coastal district.
What documents do I need to apply at Sangoni Senior Secondary School?
When applying to Sangoni 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 Sangoni Senior Secondary School depending on the grade; confirm via phone 063 663 6416.