Overview
Walmer Secondary School is a public secondary school (Grades 8–12) located in Walmer, Port Elizabeth, Eastern Cape, South Africa. It currently enrols 2,290 learners and is staffed by 56 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 Nelson Mandela education district and achieved an excellent 2025 NSC matric pass rate of 96.6% (281 of 291 candidates).
Walmer Secondary School Matric Performance
Walmer Secondary School's NSC pass rate has remained fairly steady over the past 3 years, from 95.4% in 2023 to 96.6% in 2025 (291 candidates writing in 2025).
| Year | Wrote | Achieved | Pass rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 291 | 281 | 96.6% |
| 2024 | 212 | 204 | 96.2% |
| 2023 | 196 | 187 | 95.4% |
Source: 2025 NSC School Performance Report (DBE). Centre: Walmer High School (4341092).
Subject pass rates
Walmer Secondary School offered 10 subjects at NSC level in 2025, achieving an overall subject pass rate of 94.8%. English (FAL) performed strongest at 100.0%, while Economics was the weakest at 67.2%. 1 subject recorded a 100% pass rate (English (FAL)).
| Subject | Wrote | Achieved | 2025 pass rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mathematics | 54 | 47 |
87.0%
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| Mathematical Literacy | 243 | 224 |
92.2%
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| Physical Sciences | 46 | 44 |
95.7%
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| Life Sciences | 129 | 126 |
97.7%
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| English (FAL) | 297 | 297 |
100.0%
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| Accounting | 28 | 25 |
89.3%
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| Business Studies | 86 | 83 |
96.5%
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| Economics | 67 | 45 |
67.2%
|
| Geography | 203 | 192 |
94.6%
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| History | 222 | 220 |
99.1%
|
Benchmark against nearby schools
Compared with 7 other secondary schools in Port Elizabeth.
Walmer Secondary School's 2025 pass rate is 9.1 percentage points above the average for comparable schools in the area.
School fees
Walmer 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 Walmer Secondary School for 2027?
Walmer Secondary School is a no-fee public secondary school (Grades 8–12) in Walmer, Port Elizabeth, Eastern Cape, so parents pay no tuition fees for 2027. All 2,290 enrolled learners attend at no charge. Budget instead for uniforms, stationery, transport and excursions. For voluntary contributions or admission fees, phone 041 581 1075.
Is Walmer Secondary School a no-fee school?
Walmer Secondary School is classified no-fee under Q3 and forms part of the state-funded schools serving Walmer, Port Elizabeth, Eastern Cape. Parents pay no tuition fees.
What is the quintile of Walmer Secondary School and what does it mean for fees?
Walmer Secondary School is a Q3 school, the lowest of three quintile bands designated as "no-fee" under the SA Schools Act. Serving the Walmer, Port Elizabeth, Eastern Cape community in the Nelson Mandela district, it receives full state funding and parents are not charged tuition.
How to apply
Applications to Walmer Secondary School for Grade 8 (and other grade transfers) are submitted directly at the Walmer Secondary School school office in the Nelson Mandela education district. Below is the step-by-step process specific to Eastern Cape.
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Confirm availability with Walmer Secondary School
Call 041 581 1075 to confirm whether Walmer Secondary School has open places for the year you're applying.
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Start the application
Collect the official application form from C0Rner Heugh Road & 9Th Avenue,Walmer,Port Elizabeth,6070 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 Walmer Secondary School during the school's published admission window.
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Pay any required deposits or fees
Walmer 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 Walmer Secondary School. If declined, you may appeal at the Nelson Mandela 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 Walmer Secondary School for the next school year?
Walmer 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 041 581 1075 to confirm openings in the Nelson Mandela district.
What documents do I need to apply at Walmer Secondary School?
When applying to Walmer 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 Walmer Secondary School depending on the grade; confirm via phone 041 581 1075.