Overview
Tembisa West Secondary School is a public secondary school (Grades 8–12) located in Tembisa, Kempton Park, Gauteng, South Africa. It currently enrols 1,848 learners and is staffed by 56 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 an excellent 2025 NSC matric pass rate of 98.2% (217 of 221 candidates).
Tembisa West Secondary School Matric Performance
Tembisa West Secondary School's NSC pass rate has improved over the past 3 years, from 84.8% in 2023 to 98.2% in 2025 (221 candidates writing in 2025).
| Year | Wrote | Achieved | Pass rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 221 | 217 | 98.2% |
| 2024 | 168 | 167 | 99.4% |
| 2023 | 230 | 195 | 84.8% |
Source: 2025 NSC School Performance Report (DBE). Centre: TEMBISA WEST SECONDARY SCHOOL (8400117).
Subject pass rates
Tembisa West Secondary School offered 10 subjects at NSC level in 2025, achieving an overall subject pass rate of 95.6%. Life Sciences performed strongest at 100.0%, while Accounting was the weakest at 55.0%. 4 subjects recorded a 100% pass rate. 1 subject fell below a 60% pass rate (Accounting).
| Subject | Wrote | Achieved | 2025 pass rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mathematics | 21 | 20 |
95.2%
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| Mathematical Literacy | 203 | 185 |
91.1%
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| Physical Sciences | 20 | 18 |
90.0%
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| Life Sciences | 35 | 35 |
100.0%
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| English (FAL) | 224 | 224 |
100.0%
|
| Accounting | 20 | 11 |
55.0%
|
| Business Studies | 85 | 85 |
100.0%
|
| Economics | 18 | 16 |
88.9%
|
| Geography | 28 | 28 |
100.0%
|
| History | 145 | 142 |
97.9%
|
Benchmark against nearby schools
Compared with 3 other secondary schools in Tembisa.
Tembisa West Secondary School's 2025 pass rate is 20.4 percentage points above the average for comparable schools in the area.
School fees
Tembisa West 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 Tembisa West Secondary School for 2027?
Tembisa West Secondary School is a no-fee public secondary school (Grades 8–12) in Tembisa, Esiqongweni Section, Gauteng, so parents pay no tuition fees for 2027. All 1,848 enrolled learners attend at no charge. Budget instead for uniforms, stationery, transport and excursions. For voluntary contributions or admission fees, phone 011 056 8241.
Is Tembisa West Secondary School a no-fee school?
Tembisa West Secondary School is classified no-fee under Q4 and forms part of the state-funded schools serving Tembisa, Esiqongweni Section, Gauteng. Parents pay no tuition fees.
What is the quintile of Tembisa West Secondary School and what does it mean for fees?
Tembisa West Secondary School sits in Quintile 4, the second-highest funding band. Q4 schools serve moderately-resourced communities and are permitted to charge SGB-approved school fees alongside their state subsidy.
How to apply
Applications to Tembisa West Secondary School for Grade 8 (and other grade transfers) are submitted via the GDE Online Admissions online system, with confirmation handled by Tembisa West Secondary School in the Ekurhuleni North education district. Below is the step-by-step process specific to Gauteng.
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Confirm availability with Tembisa West Secondary School
Call 011 056 8241 to confirm whether Tembisa West 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 Tembisa West 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
Tembisa West 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 Tembisa West 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 Tembisa West Secondary School for the next school year?
Tembisa West 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 011 056 8241 to confirm openings in the Ekurhuleni North district.
What documents do I need to apply at Tembisa West Secondary School?
When applying to Tembisa West 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 Tembisa West Secondary School depending on the grade; confirm via phone 011 056 8241.