Overview
Phateng Secondary School is a public secondary school (Grades 8–12) located in Mamelodi, Pretoria, Gauteng, South Africa. It currently enrols 1,888 learners and is staffed by 58 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 Tshwane South education district and achieved a strong 2025 NSC matric pass rate of 80.1% (209 of 261 candidates).
Phateng Secondary School Matric Performance
Phateng Secondary School's NSC pass rate has declined over the past 3 years, from 87.9% in 2023 to 80.1% in 2025 (261 candidates writing in 2025).
| Year | Wrote | Achieved | Pass rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 261 | 209 | 80.1% |
| 2024 | 216 | 190 | 88.0% |
| 2023 | 157 | 138 | 87.9% |
Source: 2025 NSC School Performance Report (DBE). Centre: PHATENG SECONDARY SCHOOL (8220962).
Subject pass rates
Phateng Secondary School offered 9 subjects at NSC level in 2025, achieving an overall subject pass rate of 81.9%. English (FAL) performed strongest at 100.0%, while Mathematics was the weakest at 49.5%. 1 subject recorded a 100% pass rate (English (FAL)). 1 subject fell below a 60% pass rate (Mathematics).
| Subject | Wrote | Achieved | 2025 pass rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mathematics | 101 | 50 |
49.5%
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| Mathematical Literacy | 160 | 138 |
86.3%
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| Physical Sciences | 80 | 56 |
70.0%
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| Life Sciences | 199 | 134 |
67.3%
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| English (FAL) | 261 | 261 |
100.0%
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| Accounting | 38 | 33 |
86.8%
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| Business Studies | 62 | 59 |
95.2%
|
| Economics | 62 | 46 |
74.2%
|
| Geography | 199 | 175 |
87.9%
|
Benchmark against nearby schools
Compared with 15 other secondary schools in Mamelodi.
Phateng Secondary School's 2025 pass rate is 2.3 percentage points below the average for comparable schools in the area.
School fees
Phateng 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 Phateng Secondary School for 2027?
Phateng Secondary School is a no-fee public secondary school (Grades 8–12) in Mamelodi, Mamelodi East, Gauteng, so parents pay no tuition fees for 2027. All 1,888 enrolled learners attend at no charge. Budget instead for uniforms, stationery, transport and excursions. For voluntary contributions or admission fees, phone 082 556 2170.
Is Phateng Secondary School a no-fee school?
Phateng Secondary School is classified no-fee under Q4 and forms part of the state-funded schools serving Mamelodi, Mamelodi East, Gauteng. Parents pay no tuition fees.
What is the quintile of Phateng Secondary School and what does it mean for fees?
As a Quintile 4 secondary school (Grades 8–12) in Mamelodi, Mamelodi East, Gauteng, Phateng Secondary School receives a partial state subsidy and supplements its budget with fees set annually by the School Governing Body.
How to apply
Phateng Secondary School accepts applications via the GDE Online Admissions online system, with confirmation handled by Phateng Secondary School in the Tshwane South education district. The steps and documents required for Grade 8 (and other grade transfers) are detailed below.
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Confirm availability with Phateng Secondary School
Call 082 556 2170 to confirm whether Phateng 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 Phateng 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
Phateng 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 Phateng 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 Phateng Secondary School for the next school year?
Phateng 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 082 556 2170 to confirm openings in the Tshwane South district.
What documents do I need to apply at Phateng Secondary School?
When applying to Phateng 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 Phateng Secondary School depending on the grade; confirm via phone 082 556 2170.