Overview
Orion Sekondere Skool is a public secondary school (Grades 8–12) located in De Aar, Northern Cape, South Africa. It currently enrols 816 learners and is staffed by 28 educators (a learner-to-educator ratio of approximately 29:1), and is officially classified as a no-fee school under Q2. It falls within the Pixley Ka Seme (Pxl) education district and achieved a strong 2025 NSC matric pass rate of 82.9% (87 of 105 candidates).
Orion Sekondere Skool Secondary School Matric Performance
Orion Sekondere Skool's NSC pass rate has improved over the past 3 years, from 49.0% in 2023 to 82.9% in 2025 (105 candidates writing in 2025).
| Year | Wrote | Achieved | Pass rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 105 | 87 | 82.9% |
| 2024 | 74 | 61 | 82.4% |
| 2023 | 98 | 48 | 49.0% |
Source: 2025 NSC School Performance Report (DBE). Centre: H/skool Orion (2021404).
Subject pass rates
Orion Sekondere Skool offered 9 subjects at NSC level in 2025, achieving an overall subject pass rate of 81.0%. English (FAL) performed strongest at 100.0%, while Mathematics was the weakest at 16.7%. 1 subject recorded a 100% pass rate (English (FAL)). 3 subjects fell below a 60% pass rate (Mathematics, Accounting, Business Studies).
| Subject | Wrote | Achieved | 2025 pass rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mathematics | 6 | 1 |
16.7%
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| Mathematical Literacy | 99 | 70 |
70.7%
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| Physical Sciences | 3 | 2 |
66.7%
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| Life Sciences | 17 | 11 |
64.7%
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| English (FAL) | 105 | 105 |
100.0%
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| Accounting | 16 | 4 |
25.0%
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| Business Studies | 50 | 28 |
56.0%
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| Geography | 65 | 60 |
92.3%
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| History | 70 | 68 |
97.1%
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Benchmark against nearby schools
Compared with 3 other secondary schools in De Aar.
Orion Sekondere Skool Secondary School's 2025 pass rate is 7.9 percentage points below the average for comparable schools in the area.
School fees
Orion Sekondere Skool 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 Orion Sekondere Skool for 2027?
Orion Sekondere Skool is a no-fee public secondary school (Grades 8–12) in De Aar, Northern Cape, so parents pay no tuition fees for 2027. All 816 enrolled learners attend at no charge. Budget instead for uniforms, stationery and transport. For voluntary contributions or admission fees, phone 053 631 3237.
Is Orion Sekondere Skool a no-fee school?
Orion Sekondere Skool is classified no-fee under Q2 and forms part of the state-funded schools serving De Aar, Northern Cape. Parents pay no tuition fees.
What is the quintile of Orion Sekondere Skool and what does it mean for fees?
As a Q2 public secondary school (Grades 8–12) in the Pixley Ka Seme (Pxl) district, Orion Sekondere Skool is funded entirely by the state under the no-fee policy applied to Quintiles 1 through 3.
How to apply
Orion Sekondere Skool accepts applications directly at the Orion Sekondere Skool school office in the Pixley Ka Seme (Pxl) education district. The steps and documents required for Grade 8 (and other grade transfers) are detailed below.
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Confirm availability with Orion Sekondere Skool
Call 053 631 3237 to confirm whether Orion Sekondere Skool has open places for the year you're applying.
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Start the application
Collect the official application form from Alpha Street, Happey Valley, de Aar, 7000 or download it from the Northern Cape Department of Education website.
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Submit your documents
Submit the completed form and certified copies of all supporting documents to Orion Sekondere Skool during the school's published admission window.
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Pay any required deposits or fees
Orion Sekondere Skool is a no-fee school (Q2), so no tuition is payable. Budget for uniforms and stationery.
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Confirm placement and enrol
Wait for confirmation from Orion Sekondere Skool. If declined, you may appeal at the Pixley Ka Seme (Pxl) district office under the Northern Cape 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 Orion Sekondere Skool for the next school year?
Orion Sekondere Skool processes applications at the school office. Northern Cape applications are made directly at the school office. Reach the school directly via phone 053 631 3237 to confirm openings in the Pixley Ka Seme (Pxl) district.
What documents do I need to apply at Orion Sekondere Skool?
When applying to Orion Sekondere Skool, 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 Orion Sekondere Skool depending on the grade; confirm via phone 053 631 3237.