Overview
Hentie Cilliers is a public secondary school (Grades 8–12) located in Virginia, Free State, South Africa. It currently enrols 592 learners and is staffed by 34 educators (a learner-to-educator ratio of approximately 17:1), operating as a fee-charging school (Q4). It falls within the Lejweleputswa education district and achieved an excellent 2025 NSC matric pass rate of 95.5% (84 of 88 candidates).
Hentie Cilliers Secondary School Matric Performance
Since 2023, Hentie Cilliers has remained fairly steady, moving from a 94.2% pass rate to 95.5% in 2025, the most recent year, 88 learners sat the exam.
| Year | Wrote | Achieved | Pass rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 88 | 84 | 95.5% |
| 2024 | 96 | 93 | 96.9% |
| 2023 | 104 | 98 | 94.2% |
Source: 2025 NSC School Performance Report (DBE). Centre: HENTIE CILLIERS HS (3182014).
Subject pass rates
Hentie Cilliers offered 8 subjects at NSC level in 2025, achieving an overall subject pass rate of 86.8%. Mathematical Literacy performed strongest at 100.0%, while Mathematics was the weakest at 65.6%. 2 subjects recorded a 100% pass rate (Mathematical Literacy, English (FAL)).
| Subject | Wrote | Achieved | 2025 pass rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mathematics | 32 | 21 |
65.6%
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| Mathematical Literacy | 56 | 56 |
100.0%
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| Physical Sciences | 21 | 16 |
76.2%
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| Life Sciences | 44 | 38 |
86.4%
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| English (FAL) | 33 | 33 |
100.0%
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| Accounting | 18 | 14 |
77.8%
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| Business Studies | 43 | 32 |
74.4%
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| Geography | 40 | 39 |
97.5%
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Benchmark against nearby schools
Compared with 7 other secondary schools in Virginia.
Hentie Cilliers Secondary School's 2025 pass rate is 4.9 percentage points above the average for comparable schools in the area.
School fees
Q4 fees in Free State typically fall within this band; Hentie Cilliers's exact 2027 fee is set by the SGB.
Public secondary school (Grades 8–12); fees regulated by the SA Schools Act.
Fee questions
How much are school fees at Hentie Cilliers for 2027?
For 2027, Hentie Cilliers (Q4) falls within a r1,500 – r8,000 per year (typical range) band and serves 592 learners in the Lejweleputswa district. The SGB sets the precise fee annually; contact the school office for the published amount.
Is Hentie Cilliers a no-fee school?
No, Hentie Cilliers is a fee-charging school (Q4) in the Lejweleputswa district. Annual fees are set by the SGB and apply to all enrolled learners.
What is the quintile of Hentie Cilliers and what does it mean for fees?
As a Quintile 4 secondary school (Grades 8–12) in Virginia, Free State, Hentie Cilliers receives a partial state subsidy and supplements its budget with fees set annually by the School Governing Body.
How to apply
To enrol your child at Hentie Cilliers, families in Free State apply directly at the Hentie Cilliers school office. The exact Grade 8 (and other grade transfers) process in the Lejweleputswa education district is summarised below.
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Confirm availability with Hentie Cilliers
Contact Hentie Cilliers directly to confirm whether places are available for the year you're applying.
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Start the application
Collect the official application form from Hoek van Dahlia En Duikerlaan, , , Virginia, 9430 or download it from the Free State Department of Education website.
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Submit your documents
Submit the completed form and certified copies of all supporting documents to Hentie Cilliers during the school's published admission window.
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Pay any required deposits or fees
If accepted, Hentie Cilliers (an SGB-funded school) may require a registration deposit. The exact amount is confirmed by the school.
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Confirm placement and enrol
Wait for confirmation from Hentie Cilliers. If declined, you may appeal at the Lejweleputswa district office under the Free State 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 Hentie Cilliers for the next school year?
To apply to Hentie Cilliers for the next academic year, collect and submit the application form directly at Hentie Cilliers. Free State applications are submitted directly to the school during the announced admission period. For confirmation of available places, contact Hentie Cilliers via the school office.
What documents do I need to apply at Hentie Cilliers?
Hentie Cilliers requires the following documents for admission: • 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) Contact Hentie Cilliers (the school office) for any school-specific requirements.