Overview
Sunrise Secondary School is a public secondary school (Grades 8–12) located in Randburg, Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa. It currently enrols 1,842 learners and is staffed by 55 educators (a learner-to-educator ratio of approximately 33:1), 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 98.2% (276 of 281 candidates).
Sunrise Secondary School Matric Performance
Sunrise Secondary School's NSC pass rate has remained fairly steady over the past 3 years, from 96.0% in 2023 to 98.2% in 2025 (281 candidates writing in 2025).
| Year | Wrote | Achieved | Pass rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 281 | 276 | 98.2% |
| 2024 | 171 | 157 | 91.8% |
| 2023 | 174 | 167 | 96.0% |
Source: 2025 NSC School Performance Report (DBE). Centre: SUNRISE SECONDARY SCHOOL (8400417).
Subject pass rates
Sunrise Secondary School offered 10 subjects at NSC level in 2025, achieving an overall subject pass rate of 96.0%. Life Sciences performed strongest at 100.0%, while Physical Sciences was the weakest at 83.9%. 5 subjects recorded a 100% pass rate.
| Subject | Wrote | Achieved | 2025 pass rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mathematics | 60 | 53 |
88.3%
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| Mathematical Literacy | 221 | 198 |
89.6%
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| Physical Sciences | 56 | 47 |
83.9%
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| Life Sciences | 56 | 56 |
100.0%
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| English (FAL) | 281 | 281 |
100.0%
|
| Accounting | 17 | 17 |
100.0%
|
| Business Studies | 121 | 121 |
100.0%
|
| Economics | 46 | 42 |
91.3%
|
| Geography | 160 | 160 |
100.0%
|
| History | 179 | 174 |
97.2%
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Benchmark against nearby schools
Compared with 19 other secondary schools in Randburg.
Sunrise Secondary School's 2025 pass rate is 6.3 percentage points above the average for comparable schools in the area.
School fees
Sunrise 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 Sunrise Secondary School for 2027?
Sunrise Secondary School is a no-fee public secondary school (Grades 8–12) in Randburg, Diepsloot Ext 5, Gauteng, so parents pay no tuition fees for 2027. All 1,842 enrolled learners attend at no charge. Budget instead for uniforms, stationery, transport and excursions. For voluntary contributions or admission fees, phone 011 464 5052.
Is Sunrise Secondary School a no-fee school?
Sunrise Secondary School is classified no-fee under Q1 and forms part of the state-funded schools serving Randburg, Diepsloot Ext 5, Gauteng. Parents pay no tuition fees.
What is the quintile of Sunrise Secondary School and what does it mean for fees?
As a Q1 public secondary school (Grades 8–12) in the Johannesburg North district, Sunrise Secondary School is funded entirely by the state under the no-fee policy applied to Quintiles 1 through 3.
How to apply
To enrol your child at Sunrise Secondary School, families in Gauteng apply via the GDE Online Admissions online system, with confirmation handled by Sunrise Secondary School. The exact Grade 8 (and other grade transfers) process in the Johannesburg North education district is summarised below.
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Confirm availability with Sunrise Secondary School
Call 011 464 5052 to confirm whether Sunrise 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 Sunrise 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
Sunrise 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 Sunrise 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 Sunrise Secondary School for the next school year?
Sunrise 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 011 464 5052 to confirm openings in the Johannesburg North district.
What documents do I need to apply at Sunrise Secondary School?
When applying to Sunrise 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 Sunrise Secondary School depending on the grade; confirm via phone 011 464 5052.