Overview
Veritas Sekondere Skool is a public secondary school (Grades 8–12) located in De Aar, Northern Cape, South Africa. It currently enrols 843 learners and is staffed by 32 educators (a learner-to-educator ratio of approximately 26:1), and is officially classified as a no-fee school under Q2. It falls within the Pixley Ka Seme (Pxl) education district and achieved an excellent 2025 NSC matric pass rate of 91.2% (93 of 102 candidates).
Veritas Sekondere Skool Secondary School Matric Performance
Since 2023, Veritas Sekondere Skool has improved, moving from a 62.8% pass rate to 91.2% in 2025, the most recent year, 102 learners sat the exam.
| Year | Wrote | Achieved | Pass rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 102 | 93 | 91.2% |
| 2024 | 70 | 70 | 100.0% |
| 2023 | 94 | 59 | 62.8% |
Source: 2025 NSC School Performance Report (DBE). Centre: H/skool Veritas (2021405).
Subject pass rates
Veritas Sekondere Skool offered 6 subjects at NSC level in 2025, achieving an overall subject pass rate of 85.9%. English (FAL) performed strongest at 100.0%, while Mathematics was the weakest at 45.5%. 1 subject recorded a 100% pass rate (English (FAL)). 2 subjects fell below a 60% pass rate (Mathematics, Economics).
| Subject | Wrote | Achieved | 2025 pass rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mathematics | 11 | 5 |
45.5%
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| Mathematical Literacy | 25 | 23 |
92.0%
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| Physical Sciences | 11 | 7 |
63.6%
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| English (FAL) | 102 | 102 |
100.0%
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| Business Studies | 29 | 26 |
89.7%
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| Economics | 28 | 14 |
50.0%
|
Benchmark against nearby schools
Compared with 3 other secondary schools in De Aar.
Veritas Sekondere Skool Secondary School's 2025 pass rate is 3.1 percentage points above the average for comparable schools in the area.
School fees
Veritas 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 Veritas Sekondere Skool for 2027?
Tuition at Veritas Sekondere Skool for the 2027 academic year is R0; the school is officially classified as no-fee (Q2) by the Department of Basic Education in the Pixley Ka Seme (Pxl) district. Parents may still need to cover uniform and stationery costs; phone 053 631 1720 for specifics.
Is Veritas Sekondere Skool a no-fee school?
Yes, Veritas Sekondere Skool is officially a no-fee school (Q2), recognised as such by the Department of Basic Education in the Pixley Ka Seme (Pxl) district. No tuition is charged to any of its 843 learners.
What is the quintile of Veritas Sekondere Skool and what does it mean for fees?
Veritas Sekondere Skool is a Q2 school, the lowest of three quintile bands designated as "no-fee" under the SA Schools Act. Serving the De Aar, Northern Cape community in the Pixley Ka Seme (Pxl) district, it receives full state funding and parents are not charged tuition.
How to apply
To enrol your child at Veritas Sekondere Skool, families in Northern Cape apply directly at the Veritas Sekondere Skool school office. The exact Grade 8 (and other grade transfers) process in the Pixley Ka Seme (Pxl) education district is summarised below.
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Confirm availability with Veritas Sekondere Skool
Call 053 631 1720 to confirm whether Veritas Sekondere Skool has open places for the year you're applying.
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Start the application
Collect the official application form from 2 Angeline Street, Kareeville, 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 Veritas Sekondere Skool during the school's published admission window.
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Pay any required deposits or fees
Veritas 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 Veritas 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 Veritas Sekondere Skool for the next school year?
To apply to Veritas Sekondere Skool for the next academic year, collect and submit the application form directly at Veritas Sekondere Skool. Northern Cape applications are made directly at the school office. For confirmation of available places, contact Veritas Sekondere Skool via phone 053 631 1720.
What documents do I need to apply at Veritas Sekondere Skool?
Veritas Sekondere Skool 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 Veritas Sekondere Skool (phone 053 631 1720) for any school-specific requirements.