Overview
Sikhulule Secondary School is a public secondary school (Grades 8–12) located in Mdantsane, East London, Eastern Cape, South Africa. It currently enrols 932 learners and is staffed by 23 educators (a learner-to-educator ratio of approximately 41:1), and is officially classified as a no-fee school under Q3. It falls within the Buffalo City education district and achieved an excellent 2025 NSC matric pass rate of 92.8% (90 of 97 candidates).
Sikhulule Secondary School Matric Performance
Sikhulule Secondary School's NSC pass rate has improved over the past 3 years, from 74.0% in 2023 to 92.8% in 2025 (97 candidates writing in 2025).
| Year | Wrote | Achieved | Pass rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 97 | 90 | 92.8% |
| 2024 | 78 | 71 | 91.0% |
| 2023 | 77 | 57 | 74.0% |
Source: 2025 NSC School Performance Report (DBE). Centre: Sikhulule High School (4321086).
Subject pass rates
Sikhulule Secondary School offered 10 subjects at NSC level in 2025, achieving an overall subject pass rate of 94.4%. English (FAL) performed strongest at 100.0%, while Mathematics was the weakest at 66.7%. 6 subjects recorded a 100% pass rate.
| Subject | Wrote | Achieved | 2025 pass rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mathematics | 24 | 16 |
66.7%
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| Mathematical Literacy | 73 | 69 |
94.5%
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| Physical Sciences | 24 | 18 |
75.0%
|
| Life Sciences | 76 | 70 |
92.1%
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| English (FAL) | 97 | 97 |
100.0%
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| Business Studies | 21 | 21 |
100.0%
|
| Economics | 21 | 21 |
100.0%
|
| Geography | 24 | 24 |
100.0%
|
| History | 52 | 52 |
100.0%
|
| Agricultural Sciences | 19 | 19 |
100.0%
|
Benchmark against nearby schools
Compared with 20 other secondary schools in Mdantsane.
Sikhulule Secondary School's 2025 pass rate is 8.0 percentage points above the average for comparable schools in the area.
School fees
Sikhulule 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 Sikhulule Secondary School for 2027?
Sikhulule Secondary School is a no-fee public secondary school (Grades 8–12) in Mdantsane, East London, Eastern Cape, so parents pay no tuition fees for 2027. All 932 enrolled learners attend at no charge. Budget instead for uniforms, stationery, transport and excursions. For voluntary contributions or admission fees, phone 043 760 0103.
Is Sikhulule Secondary School a no-fee school?
Sikhulule Secondary School is classified no-fee under Q3 and forms part of the state-funded schools serving Mdantsane, East London, Eastern Cape. Parents pay no tuition fees.
What is the quintile of Sikhulule Secondary School and what does it mean for fees?
As a Q3 public secondary school (Grades 8–12) in the Buffalo City district, Sikhulule Secondary School is funded entirely by the state under the no-fee policy applied to Quintiles 1 through 3.
How to apply
Sikhulule Secondary School accepts applications directly at the Sikhulule Secondary School school office in the Buffalo City education district. The steps and documents required for Grade 8 (and other grade transfers) are detailed below.
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Confirm availability with Sikhulule Secondary School
Call 043 760 0103 to confirm whether Sikhulule Secondary School has open places for the year you're applying.
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Start the application
Collect the official application form from 2011 N.U.1,Mdantsane,East London,5219 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 Sikhulule Secondary School during the school's published admission window.
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Pay any required deposits or fees
Sikhulule 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 Sikhulule Secondary School. If declined, you may appeal at the Buffalo City 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 Sikhulule Secondary School for the next school year?
Sikhulule 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 043 760 0103 to confirm openings in the Buffalo City district.
What documents do I need to apply at Sikhulule Secondary School?
When applying to Sikhulule 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 Sikhulule Secondary School depending on the grade; confirm via phone 043 760 0103.