Overview
Weslaan Sekondere Skool is a public secondary school (Grades 8–12) located in Douglas, Northern Cape, South Africa. It currently enrols 684 learners and is staffed by 26 educators (a learner-to-educator ratio of approximately 26:1), operating as a fee-charging school (Q4). It falls within the Pixley Ka Seme (Pxl) education district and achieved an excellent 2025 NSC matric pass rate of 95.9% (93 of 97 candidates).
Weslaan Sekondere Skool Secondary School Matric Performance
Weslaan Sekondere Skool's NSC pass rate has improved over the past 3 years, from 65.1% in 2023 to 95.9% in 2025 (97 candidates writing in 2025).
| Year | Wrote | Achieved | Pass rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 97 | 93 | 95.9% |
| 2024 | 116 | 95 | 81.9% |
| 2023 | 152 | 99 | 65.1% |
Source: 2025 NSC School Performance Report (DBE). Centre: H/skool Weslaan (2011302).
Subject pass rates
Weslaan Sekondere Skool offered 9 subjects at NSC level in 2025, achieving an overall subject pass rate of 94.5%. Life Sciences performed strongest at 100.0%, while Physical Sciences was the weakest at 75.0%. 4 subjects recorded a 100% pass rate.
| Subject | Wrote | Achieved | 2025 pass rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mathematics | 6 | 5 |
83.3%
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| Mathematical Literacy | 91 | 81 |
89.0%
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| Physical Sciences | 4 | 3 |
75.0%
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| Life Sciences | 10 | 10 |
100.0%
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| English (FAL) | 97 | 97 |
100.0%
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| Accounting | 7 | 7 |
100.0%
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| Business Studies | 49 | 40 |
81.6%
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| Geography | 44 | 43 |
97.7%
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| History | 90 | 90 |
100.0%
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Benchmark against nearby schools
Compared with 16 other secondary schools in Pixley Ka Seme (Pxl).
Weslaan Sekondere Skool Secondary School's 2025 pass rate is 8.6 percentage points above the average for comparable schools in the area.
School fees
Q4 fees in Northern Cape typically fall within this band; Weslaan Sekondere Skool's exact 2027 fee is set by the SGB.
Public secondary school (Grades 8–12); fees regulated by the SA Schools Act.
Fee questions
How much are school fees at Weslaan Sekondere Skool for 2027?
Weslaan Sekondere Skool is a fee-charging public school in the Pixley Ka Seme (Pxl) district. Indicative 2027 fees: R1,500 – R8,000 per year (typical range). Exact fees are confirmed by the School Governing Body before the school year begins. To get the official 2027 fee schedule, phone 053 298 1260.
Is Weslaan Sekondere Skool a no-fee school?
Weslaan Sekondere Skool does charge school fees as a Q4 school. The amount is reviewed and approved annually by the School Governing Body.
What is the quintile of Weslaan Sekondere Skool and what does it mean for fees?
As a Quintile 4 secondary school (Grades 8–12) in Douglas, Northern Cape, Weslaan Sekondere Skool receives a partial state subsidy and supplements its budget with fees set annually by the School Governing Body.
How to apply
To enrol your child at Weslaan Sekondere Skool, families in Northern Cape apply directly at the Weslaan 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 Weslaan Sekondere Skool
Call 053 298 1260 to confirm whether Weslaan Sekondere Skool has open places for the year you're applying.
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Start the application
Collect the official application form from 1451 Wes Avenue, Breipaal, Douglas, 8730 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 Weslaan Sekondere Skool during the school's published admission window.
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Pay any required deposits or fees
If accepted, Weslaan Sekondere Skool (an SGB-funded school) may require a registration deposit. The exact amount is confirmed by the school.
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Confirm placement and enrol
Wait for confirmation from Weslaan 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 Weslaan Sekondere Skool for the next school year?
Weslaan Sekondere Skool processes applications at the school office. Northern Cape applications are made directly at the school office. Reach the school directly via phone 053 298 1260 to confirm openings in the Pixley Ka Seme (Pxl) district.
What documents do I need to apply at Weslaan Sekondere Skool?
When applying to Weslaan 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 Weslaan Sekondere Skool depending on the grade; confirm via phone 053 298 1260.