Overview
Maloti is a public secondary school (Grades 8–12) located in Tzaneen, Limpopo, South Africa. It currently enrols 234 learners and is staffed by 7 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 a moderate 2025 NSC matric pass rate of 67.6% (23 of 34 candidates).
Maloti Secondary School Matric Performance
Maloti's NSC pass rate has declined over the past 3 years, from 88.9% in 2023 to 67.6% in 2025 (34 candidates writing in 2025).
| Year | Wrote | Achieved | Pass rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 34 | 23 | 67.6% |
| 2024 | 31 | 27 | 87.1% |
| 2023 | 27 | 24 | 88.9% |
Source: 2025 NSC School Performance Report (DBE). Centre: MALOTI SECONDARY (7082207).
Subject pass rates
Maloti offered 9 subjects at NSC level in 2025, achieving an overall subject pass rate of 78.2%. Life Sciences performed strongest at 100.0%, while Mathematics was the weakest at 47.4%. 2 subjects recorded a 100% pass rate (Life Sciences, English (FAL)). 2 subjects fell below a 60% pass rate (Mathematics, Accounting).
| Subject | Wrote | Achieved | 2025 pass rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mathematics | 19 | 9 |
47.4%
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| Mathematical Literacy | 15 | 12 |
80.0%
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| Physical Sciences | 16 | 10 |
62.5%
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| Life Sciences | 16 | 16 |
100.0%
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| English (FAL) | 34 | 34 |
100.0%
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| Accounting | 18 | 9 |
50.0%
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| Business Studies | 18 | 17 |
94.4%
|
| Economics | 18 | 13 |
72.2%
|
| Agricultural Sciences | 16 | 13 |
81.3%
|
Benchmark against nearby schools
Compared with 27 other secondary schools in Tzaneen.
Maloti Secondary School's 2025 pass rate is 19.6 percentage points below the average for comparable schools in the area.
School fees
Maloti 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 Maloti for 2027?
Maloti is a no-fee public secondary school (Grades 8–12) in Tzaneen, Limpopo, so parents pay no tuition fees for 2027. All 234 enrolled learners attend at no charge. Budget instead for uniforms, stationery and transport. For voluntary contributions or admission fees, phone 099.
Is Maloti a no-fee school?
Maloti is classified no-fee under Q1 and forms part of the state-funded schools serving Tzaneen, Limpopo. Parents pay no tuition fees.
What is the quintile of Maloti and what does it mean for fees?
As a Q1 public secondary school (Grades 8–12) in the Mopani West district, Maloti is funded entirely by the state under the no-fee policy applied to Quintiles 1 through 3.
How to apply
Applications to Maloti for Grade 8 (and other grade transfers) are submitted directly at the Maloti school office in the Mopani West education district. Below is the step-by-step process specific to Limpopo.
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Confirm availability with Maloti
Call 099 to confirm whether Maloti has open places for the year you're applying.
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Start the application
Collect the official application form from Bolobedu District; Leretjeng Village; 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 Maloti during the school's published admission window.
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Pay any required deposits or fees
Maloti 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 Maloti. 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 Maloti for the next school year?
Maloti processes applications at the school office. In Limpopo, applications are completed at the school and processed via the circuit office. Reach the school directly via phone 099 to confirm openings in the Mopani West district.
What documents do I need to apply at Maloti?
When applying to Maloti, 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 Maloti depending on the grade; confirm via phone 099.