Overview
Cosmo City Secondary School is a public secondary school (Grades 8–12) located in Randburg, Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa. It currently enrols 2,936 learners and is staffed by 96 educators (a learner-to-educator ratio of approximately 31:1), and is officially classified as a no-fee school under Q1. It falls within the Johannesburg North education district and achieved an excellent 2025 NSC matric pass rate of 94.3% (331 of 351 candidates).
Cosmo City Secondary School Matric Performance
Cosmo City Secondary School's NSC pass rate has improved over the past 3 years, from 85.0% in 2023 to 94.3% in 2025 (351 candidates writing in 2025).
| Year | Wrote | Achieved | Pass rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 351 | 331 | 94.3% |
| 2024 | 343 | 306 | 89.2% |
| 2023 | 346 | 294 | 85.0% |
Source: 2025 NSC School Performance Report (DBE). Centre: COSMO CITY SEC SCHOOL 1 (8400180).
Subject pass rates
Cosmo City Secondary School offered 10 subjects at NSC level in 2025, achieving an overall subject pass rate of 91.9%. Life Sciences performed strongest at 100.0%, while Mathematics was the weakest at 61.0%. 2 subjects recorded a 100% pass rate (Life Sciences, English (FAL)).
| Subject | Wrote | Achieved | 2025 pass rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mathematics | 82 | 50 |
61.0%
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| Mathematical Literacy | 269 | 249 |
92.6%
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| Physical Sciences | 69 | 65 |
94.2%
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| Life Sciences | 69 | 69 |
100.0%
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| English (FAL) | 286 | 286 |
100.0%
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| Accounting | 36 | 31 |
86.1%
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| Business Studies | 243 | 199 |
81.9%
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| Economics | 36 | 34 |
94.4%
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| Geography | 246 | 243 |
98.8%
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| History | 177 | 165 |
93.2%
|
Benchmark against nearby schools
Compared with 19 other secondary schools in Randburg.
Cosmo City Secondary School's 2025 pass rate is 2.1 percentage points above the average for comparable schools in the area.
School fees
Cosmo City 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 Cosmo City Secondary School for 2027?
Cosmo City Secondary School is a no-fee public secondary school (Grades 8–12) in Randburg, Cosmo City, Gauteng, so parents pay no tuition fees for 2027. All 2,936 enrolled learners attend at no charge. Budget instead for uniforms, stationery, transport and excursions. For voluntary contributions or admission fees, phone 011 875 2334.
Is Cosmo City Secondary School a no-fee school?
Cosmo City Secondary School is classified no-fee under Q1 and forms part of the state-funded schools serving Randburg, Cosmo City, Gauteng. Parents pay no tuition fees.
What is the quintile of Cosmo City Secondary School and what does it mean for fees?
Cosmo City Secondary School is a Q1 school, the lowest of three quintile bands designated as "no-fee" under the SA Schools Act. Serving the Randburg, Cosmo City, Gauteng community in the Johannesburg North district, it receives full state funding and parents are not charged tuition.
How to apply
Cosmo City Secondary School accepts applications via the GDE Online Admissions online system, with confirmation handled by Cosmo City Secondary School in the Johannesburg North education district. The steps and documents required for Grade 8 (and other grade transfers) are detailed below.
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Confirm availability with Cosmo City Secondary School
Call 011 875 2334 to confirm whether Cosmo City Secondary School has open places for the year you're applying.
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Start the application
Register on the GDE Online Admissions portal when applications open and select Cosmo City Secondary School as a preferred school.
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Submit your documents
Upload all required documents to the GDE Online Admissions portal before the published cut-off and keep your reference number.
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Pay any required deposits or fees
Cosmo City Secondary School is a no-fee school (Q1), so no tuition is payable. Budget for uniforms and stationery.
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Confirm placement and enrol
Check your GDE Online Admissions dashboard for the placement outcome. If accepted, complete on-site registration at Cosmo City Secondary School.
- 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 Cosmo City Secondary School for the next school year?
Cosmo City Secondary School processes applications online via the GDE Online Admissions. GDE Online Admissions for Grade 1 and Grade 8 typically opens around July of the preceding year. Reach the school directly via phone 011 875 2334 to confirm openings in the Johannesburg North district.
What documents do I need to apply at Cosmo City Secondary School?
When applying to Cosmo City 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 Cosmo City Secondary School depending on the grade; confirm via phone 011 875 2334.