Overview
Diepsloot Secondary School No. 2 is a public secondary school (Grades 8–12) located in Diepsloot, Randburg, Gauteng, South Africa. It currently enrols 2,447 learners and is staffed by 73 educators (a learner-to-educator ratio of approximately 34:1), 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 100.0% (250 of 250 candidates).
Diepsloot Secondary School No. 2 Matric Performance
Since 2023, Diepsloot Secondary School No. 2 has improved, moving from a 96.7% pass rate to 100.0% in 2025, the most recent year, 250 learners sat the exam.
| Year | Wrote | Achieved | Pass rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 250 | 250 | 100.0% |
| 2024 | 247 | 247 | 100.0% |
| 2023 | 215 | 208 | 96.7% |
Source: 2025 NSC School Performance Report (DBE). Centre: DIEPSLOOT SECONDARY NO 2 (8400424).
Subject pass rates
Diepsloot Secondary School No. 2 offered 10 subjects at NSC level in 2025, achieving an overall subject pass rate of 97.0%. English (FAL) performed strongest at 100.0%, while Economics was the weakest at 81.5%. 2 subjects recorded a 100% pass rate (English (FAL), History).
| Subject | Wrote | Achieved | 2025 pass rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mathematics | 64 | 62 |
96.9%
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| Mathematical Literacy | 189 | 176 |
93.1%
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| Physical Sciences | 55 | 51 |
92.7%
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| Life Sciences | 113 | 108 |
95.6%
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| English (FAL) | 256 | 256 |
100.0%
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| Accounting | 26 | 25 |
96.2%
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| Business Studies | 143 | 139 |
97.2%
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| Economics | 27 | 22 |
81.5%
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| Geography | 141 | 140 |
99.3%
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| History | 169 | 169 |
100.0%
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Benchmark against nearby schools
Compared with 3 other secondary schools in Diepsloot.
Diepsloot Secondary School No. 2's 2025 pass rate is 6.8 percentage points above the average for comparable schools in the area.
School fees
Diepsloot Secondary School No. 2 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 Diepsloot Secondary School No. 2 for 2027?
Tuition at Diepsloot Secondary School No. 2 for the 2027 academic year is R0; the school is officially classified as no-fee (Q1) by the Department of Basic Education in the Johannesburg North district. Parents may still need to cover uniform and stationery costs; phone 069 804 8370 for specifics.
Is Diepsloot Secondary School No. 2 a no-fee school?
Yes, Diepsloot Secondary School No. 2 is officially a no-fee school (Q1), recognised as such by the Department of Basic Education in the Johannesburg North district. No tuition is charged to any of its 2,447 learners.
What is the quintile of Diepsloot Secondary School No. 2 and what does it mean for fees?
As a Q1 public secondary school (Grades 8–12) in the Johannesburg North district, Diepsloot Secondary School No. 2 is funded entirely by the state under the no-fee policy applied to Quintiles 1 through 3.
How to apply
Applications to Diepsloot Secondary School No. 2 for Grade 8 (and other grade transfers) are submitted via the GDE Online Admissions online system, with confirmation handled by Diepsloot Secondary School No. 2 in the Johannesburg North education district. Below is the step-by-step process specific to Gauteng.
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Confirm availability with Diepsloot Secondary School No. 2
Call 069 804 8370 to confirm whether Diepsloot Secondary School No. 2 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 Diepsloot Secondary School No. 2 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
Diepsloot Secondary School No. 2 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 Diepsloot Secondary School No. 2.
- 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 Diepsloot Secondary School No. 2 for the next school year?
To apply to Diepsloot Secondary School No. 2 for the next academic year, register on the GDE Online Admissions portal during the official admission window and select Diepsloot Secondary School No. 2 as a preferred school. GDE Online Admissions for Grade 1 and Grade 8 typically opens around July of the preceding year. For confirmation of available places, contact Diepsloot Secondary School No. 2 via phone 069 804 8370.
What documents do I need to apply at Diepsloot Secondary School No. 2?
Diepsloot Secondary School No. 2 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 Diepsloot Secondary School No. 2 (phone 069 804 8370) for any school-specific requirements and to verify what must be uploaded to the GDE Online Admissions.