Overview
Brandvlei Youth Centre is a independent secondary school (Grades 8–12) located in Worcester, Outside a Town, Western Cape, South Africa. It currently enrols 99 learners and is staffed by 6 educators (a learner-to-educator ratio of approximately 17:1), and is officially classified as a no-fee school. It falls within the Cape Winelands education district and achieved an excellent 2025 NSC matric pass rate of 100.0% (22 of 22 candidates).
Brandvlei Youth Centre Matric Performance
Brandvlei Youth Centre's NSC pass rate has remained fairly steady over the past 3 years, from 100.0% in 2023 to 100.0% in 2025 (22 candidates writing in 2025).
| Year | Wrote | Achieved | Pass rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 22 | 22 | 100.0% |
| 2024 | 13 | 13 | 100.0% |
| 2023 | 9 | 9 | 100.0% |
Source: 2025 NSC School Performance Report (DBE). Centre: BRANDVLEI YOUTH CENTRE (1008807).
Subject pass rates
Brandvlei Youth Centre offered 2 subjects at NSC level in 2025, achieving an overall subject pass rate of 100.0%. Mathematical Literacy performed strongest at 100.0%, while English (FAL) was the weakest at 100.0%. 2 subjects recorded a 100% pass rate (Mathematical Literacy, English (FAL)).
| Subject | Wrote | Achieved | 2025 pass rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mathematical Literacy | 22 | 22 |
100.0%
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| English (FAL) | 22 | 22 |
100.0%
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Benchmark against nearby schools
Compared with 5 other secondary schools in Worcester.
Brandvlei Youth Centre's 2025 pass rate is 13.3 percentage points above the average for comparable schools in the area.
School fees
Private school fees vary widely. Request the official 2027 fee schedule from Brandvlei Youth Centre directly.
Private secondary school (Grades 8–12); fees set by the school.
Fee questions
How much are school fees at Brandvlei Youth Centre for 2027?
Brandvlei Youth Centre is a no-fee public secondary school (Grades 8–12) in Worcester, Brandvlei Prison, Western Cape, so parents pay no tuition fees for 2027. All 99 enrolled learners attend at no charge. Budget instead for uniforms, stationery and transport. For voluntary contributions or admission fees, phone 023 340 8155.
Is Brandvlei Youth Centre a no-fee school?
Brandvlei Youth Centre is classified no-fee and forms part of the state-funded schools serving Worcester, Brandvlei Prison, Western Cape. Parents pay no tuition fees.
What is the quintile of Brandvlei Youth Centre and what does it mean for fees?
As an independent (private) school in the Cape Winelands district, Brandvlei Youth Centre is not assigned a government quintile. Its fee structure is set by the school's governing body and reflects the facilities, curriculum and programmes offered in Worcester, Brandvlei Prison, Western Cape.
How to apply
Brandvlei Youth Centre accepts applications via the WCED Online Admissions online system, with confirmation handled by Brandvlei Youth Centre in the Cape Winelands education district. The steps and documents required for Grade 8 (and other grade transfers) are detailed below.
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Confirm availability with Brandvlei Youth Centre
Call 023 340 8155 to confirm whether Brandvlei Youth Centre has open places for the year you're applying.
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Start the application
Register on the WCED Online Admissions portal when applications open and select Brandvlei Youth Centre as a preferred school.
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Submit your documents
Upload all required documents to the WCED Online Admissions portal before the published cut-off and keep your reference number.
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Pay any required deposits or fees
Brandvlei Youth Centre is a no-fee school, so no tuition is payable. Budget for uniforms and stationery.
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Confirm placement and enrol
Check your WCED Online Admissions dashboard for the placement outcome. If accepted, complete on-site registration at Brandvlei Youth Centre.
- 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 Brandvlei Youth Centre for the next school year?
Brandvlei Youth Centre processes applications online via the WCED Online Admissions. WCED Online Admissions for Grade 1 and Grade 8 typically opens in March/April of the preceding year. Reach the school directly via phone 023 340 8155 to confirm openings in the Cape Winelands district.
What documents do I need to apply at Brandvlei Youth Centre?
When applying to Brandvlei Youth Centre, 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 Brandvlei Youth Centre depending on the grade; confirm via phone 023 340 8155.