Overview
Madie is a public secondary school (Grades 8–12) located in Moetladimo, Limpopo, South Africa. It currently enrols 599 learners and is staffed by 18 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 Mopani West education district and achieved an excellent 2025 NSC matric pass rate of 90.4% (66 of 73 candidates).
Madie Secondary School Matric Performance
Since 2023, Madie has improved, moving from a 69.8% pass rate to 90.4% in 2025, the most recent year, 73 learners sat the exam.
| Year | Wrote | Achieved | Pass rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 73 | 66 | 90.4% |
| 2024 | 53 | 46 | 86.8% |
| 2023 | 53 | 37 | 69.8% |
Source: 2025 NSC School Performance Report (DBE). Centre: MADIE SECONDARY (7084505).
Subject pass rates
Madie offered 11 subjects at NSC level in 2025, achieving an overall subject pass rate of 91.2%. Physical Sciences performed strongest at 100.0%, while Accounting was the weakest at 55.6%. 1 subject recorded a 100% pass rate (Physical Sciences). 1 subject fell below a 60% pass rate (Accounting).
| Subject | Wrote | Achieved | 2025 pass rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mathematics | 14 | 10 |
71.4%
|
| Mathematical Literacy | 59 | 54 |
91.5%
|
| Physical Sciences | 10 | 10 |
100.0%
|
| Life Sciences | 18 | 16 |
88.9%
|
| English (FAL) | 73 | 72 |
98.6%
|
| Accounting | 9 | 5 |
55.6%
|
| Business Studies | 9 | 8 |
88.9%
|
| Economics | 9 | 8 |
88.9%
|
| Geography | 54 | 50 |
92.6%
|
| History | 46 | 41 |
89.1%
|
| Agricultural Sciences | 18 | 17 |
94.4%
|
Benchmark against nearby schools
Compared with 5 other secondary schools in Moetladimo.
Madie Secondary School's 2025 pass rate is 0.6 percentage points above the average for comparable schools in the area.
School fees
Madie charges no tuition fees. Plan instead for uniforms, stationery and learner transport.
Public secondary school (Grades 8–12); fees regulated by the SA Schools Act.
Fee questions
How much are school fees at Madie for 2027?
Tuition at Madie for the 2027 academic year is R0; the school is officially classified as no-fee (Q1) by the Department of Basic Education in the Mopani West district. Parents may still need to cover uniform and stationery costs; phone 099 for specifics.
Is Madie a no-fee school?
Yes, Madie is officially a no-fee school (Q1), recognised as such by the Department of Basic Education in the Mopani West district. No tuition is charged to any of its 599 learners.
What is the quintile of Madie and what does it mean for fees?
Madie is a Q1 school, the lowest of three quintile bands designated as "no-fee" under the SA Schools Act. Serving the Moetladimo, Limpopo community in the Mopani West district, it receives full state funding and parents are not charged tuition.
How to apply
To enrol your child at Madie, families in Limpopo apply directly at the Madie school office. The exact Grade 8 (and other grade transfers) process in the Mopani West education district is summarised below.
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1
Confirm availability with Madie
Call 099 to confirm whether Madie has open places for the year you're applying.
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Start the application
Collect the official application form from Stand NO369; the Willows; Tri Chardtsdal; or download it from the Limpopo Department of Education website.
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Submit your documents
Submit the completed form and certified copies of all supporting documents to Madie during the school's published admission window.
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Pay any required deposits or fees
Madie is a no-fee school (Q1), so no tuition is payable. Budget for uniforms and stationery.
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Confirm placement and enrol
Wait for confirmation from Madie. If declined, you may appeal at the Mopani West district office under the Limpopo Department of Education.
- 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 Madie for the next school year?
To apply to Madie for the next academic year, collect and submit the application form directly at Madie. In Limpopo, applications are completed at the school and processed via the circuit office. For confirmation of available places, contact Madie via phone 099.
What documents do I need to apply at Madie?
Madie 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 Madie (phone 099) for any school-specific requirements.