Overview
Reabona Secondary is a public secondary school (Grades 8–12) located in Tswelelang, Wolmaranstad, North West, South Africa. It currently enrols 1,149 learners and is staffed by 36 educators (a learner-to-educator ratio of approximately 32:1), and is officially classified as a no-fee school under Q3. It falls within the Dr Kenneth Kaunda education district and achieved an excellent 2025 NSC matric pass rate of 100.0% (65 of 65 candidates).
Reabona Secondary Matric Performance
Since 2023, Reabona Secondary has improved, moving from a 91.8% pass rate to 100.0% in 2025, the most recent year, 65 learners sat the exam.
| Year | Wrote | Achieved | Pass rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 65 | 65 | 100.0% |
| 2024 | 137 | 119 | 86.9% |
| 2023 | 110 | 101 | 91.8% |
Source: 2025 NSC School Performance Report (DBE). Centre: REABONA SECONDARY SCHOOL (9205106).
Subject pass rates
Reabona Secondary offered 10 subjects at NSC level in 2025, achieving an overall subject pass rate of 90.9%. Physical Sciences performed strongest at 100.0%, while Mathematics was the weakest at 60.0%. 6 subjects recorded a 100% pass rate.
| Subject | Wrote | Achieved | 2025 pass rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mathematics | 10 | 6 |
60.0%
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| Mathematical Literacy | 55 | 43 |
78.2%
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| Physical Sciences | 9 | 9 |
100.0%
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| Life Sciences | 28 | 20 |
71.4%
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| English (FAL) | 65 | 65 |
100.0%
|
| Accounting | 7 | 7 |
100.0%
|
| Business Studies | 7 | 7 |
100.0%
|
| Economics | 7 | 6 |
85.7%
|
| Geography | 58 | 58 |
100.0%
|
| History | 30 | 30 |
100.0%
|
Benchmark against nearby schools
Compared with 67 other secondary schools in Dr Kenneth Kaunda.
Reabona Secondary's 2025 pass rate is 12.8 percentage points above the average for comparable schools in the area.
School fees
Reabona Secondary 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 Reabona Secondary for 2027?
Tuition at Reabona Secondary for the 2027 academic year is R0; the school is officially classified as no-fee (Q3) by the Department of Basic Education in the Dr Kenneth Kaunda district. Parents may still need to cover uniform and stationery costs; phone 018 595 2515 for specifics.
Is Reabona Secondary a no-fee school?
Yes, Reabona Secondary is officially a no-fee school (Q3), recognised as such by the Department of Basic Education in the Dr Kenneth Kaunda district. No tuition is charged to any of its 1,149 learners.
What is the quintile of Reabona Secondary and what does it mean for fees?
Reabona Secondary is a Q3 school, the lowest of three quintile bands designated as "no-fee" under the SA Schools Act. Serving the Tswelelang, Wolmaransstad, North West community in the Dr Kenneth Kaunda district, it receives full state funding and parents are not charged tuition.
How to apply
Applications to Reabona Secondary for Grade 8 (and other grade transfers) are submitted directly at the Reabona Secondary school office in the Dr Kenneth Kaunda education district. Below is the step-by-step process specific to North West.
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Confirm availability with Reabona Secondary
Call 018 595 2515 to confirm whether Reabona Secondary has open places for the year you're applying.
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Start the application
Collect the official application form from 115 Mpolokeng Street, Tswelelang, Wolmaransstad, 3747 or download it from the North West Department of Education website.
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Submit your documents
Submit the completed form and certified copies of all supporting documents to Reabona Secondary during the school's published admission window.
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Pay any required deposits or fees
Reabona Secondary is a no-fee school (Q3), so no tuition is payable. Budget for uniforms and stationery.
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Confirm placement and enrol
Wait for confirmation from Reabona Secondary. If declined, you may appeal at the Dr Kenneth Kaunda district office under the North West 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 Reabona Secondary for the next school year?
To apply to Reabona Secondary for the next academic year, collect and submit the application form directly at Reabona Secondary. In the North West, applications are made at the school during the published admission period. For confirmation of available places, contact Reabona Secondary via phone 018 595 2515.
What documents do I need to apply at Reabona Secondary?
Reabona Secondary 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 Reabona Secondary (phone 018 595 2515) for any school-specific requirements.