Overview
Refilwe Secondary School No.1 is a public secondary school (Grades 8–12) located in Cullinan, Cullinan, Gauteng, South Africa. It serves the local community, and is officially classified as a no-fee school under Q3. It falls within the Gauteng North education district.
Benchmark against nearby schools
Compared with 17 other secondary schools in Gauteng North.
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School fees
Refilwe Secondary School No.1 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 Refilwe Secondary School No.1 for 2027?
Refilwe Secondary School No.1 is a no-fee public secondary school (Grades 8–12) in Cullinan, Refilwe Manor Ext 9, Gauteng, so parents pay no tuition fees for 2027. Budget instead for uniforms, stationery, transport and excursions. For voluntary contributions or admission fees, phone 099.
Is Refilwe Secondary School No.1 a no-fee school?
Refilwe Secondary School No.1 is classified no-fee under Q3 and forms part of the state-funded schools serving Cullinan, Refilwe Manor Ext 9, Gauteng. Parents pay no tuition fees.
What is the quintile of Refilwe Secondary School No.1 and what does it mean for fees?
As a Q3 public secondary school (Grades 8–12) in the Gauteng North district, Refilwe Secondary School No.1 is funded entirely by the state under the no-fee policy applied to Quintiles 1 through 3.
How to apply
Refilwe Secondary School No.1 accepts applications via the GDE Online Admissions online system, with confirmation handled by Refilwe Secondary School No.1 in the Gauteng 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 Refilwe Secondary School No.1
Call 099 to confirm whether Refilwe Secondary School No.1 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 Refilwe Secondary School No.1 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
Refilwe Secondary School No.1 is a no-fee school (Q3), 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 Refilwe Secondary School No.1.
- 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 Refilwe Secondary School No.1 for the next school year?
Refilwe Secondary School No.1 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 099 to confirm openings in the Gauteng North district.
What documents do I need to apply at Refilwe Secondary School No.1?
When applying to Refilwe Secondary School No.1, 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 Refilwe Secondary School No.1 depending on the grade; confirm via phone 099.