Overview
Inqayizivele Secondary School is a public secondary school (Grades 8–12) located in Kempton Park, Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa. It currently enrols 2,087 learners and is staffed by 64 educators (a learner-to-educator ratio of approximately 33:1), and is officially classified as a no-fee school under Q4. It falls within the Ekurhuleni North education district and achieved a strong 2025 NSC matric pass rate of 83.8% (269 of 321 candidates).
Inqayizivele Secondary School Matric Performance
Since 2023, Inqayizivele Secondary School has improved, moving from a 73.8% pass rate to 83.8% in 2025, the most recent year, 321 learners sat the exam.
| Year | Wrote | Achieved | Pass rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 321 | 269 | 83.8% |
| 2024 | 311 | 262 | 84.2% |
| 2023 | 221 | 163 | 73.8% |
Source: 2025 NSC School Performance Report (DBE). Centre: INQAYIZIVELE SECONDARY SCHOOL (8260877).
Subject pass rates
Inqayizivele Secondary School offered 10 subjects at NSC level in 2025, achieving an overall subject pass rate of 81.6%. English (FAL) performed strongest at 99.7%, while Accounting was the weakest at 41.3%. 2 subjects fell below a 60% pass rate (Mathematics, Accounting).
| Subject | Wrote | Achieved | 2025 pass rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mathematics | 93 | 55 |
59.1%
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| Mathematical Literacy | 228 | 188 |
82.5%
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| Physical Sciences | 77 | 74 |
96.1%
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| Life Sciences | 186 | 124 |
66.7%
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| English (FAL) | 321 | 320 |
99.7%
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| Accounting | 92 | 38 |
41.3%
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| Business Studies | 108 | 99 |
91.7%
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| Economics | 108 | 83 |
76.9%
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| Geography | 175 | 144 |
82.3%
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| History | 163 | 141 |
86.5%
|
Benchmark against nearby schools
Compared with 12 other secondary schools in Kempton Park.
Inqayizivele Secondary School's 2025 pass rate is 5.3 percentage points below the average for comparable schools in the area.
School fees
Inqayizivele 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 Inqayizivele Secondary School for 2027?
Tuition at Inqayizivele Secondary School for the 2027 academic year is R0; the school is officially classified as no-fee (Q4) by the Department of Basic Education in the Ekurhuleni North district. Parents may still need to cover uniform and stationery costs; phone 010 140 1415 for specifics.
Is Inqayizivele Secondary School a no-fee school?
Yes, Inqayizivele Secondary School is officially a no-fee school (Q4), recognised as such by the Department of Basic Education in the Ekurhuleni North district. No tuition is charged to any of its 2,087 learners.
What is the quintile of Inqayizivele Secondary School and what does it mean for fees?
Q4 classification places Inqayizivele Secondary School among schools that charge moderate fees in the Ekurhuleni North district. The exact amount is set by the SGB each year based on the school's operational needs.
How to apply
Inqayizivele Secondary School accepts applications via the GDE Online Admissions online system, with confirmation handled by Inqayizivele Secondary School in the Ekurhuleni 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 Inqayizivele Secondary School
Call 010 140 1415 to confirm whether Inqayizivele 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 Inqayizivele 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
Inqayizivele Secondary School is a no-fee school (Q4), 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 Inqayizivele 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 Inqayizivele Secondary School for the next school year?
To apply to Inqayizivele Secondary School for the next academic year, register on the GDE Online Admissions portal during the official admission window and select Inqayizivele Secondary School 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 Inqayizivele Secondary School via phone 010 140 1415.
What documents do I need to apply at Inqayizivele Secondary School?
Inqayizivele Secondary School 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 Inqayizivele Secondary School (phone 010 140 1415) for any school-specific requirements and to verify what must be uploaded to the GDE Online Admissions.