Overview
Centre of Science and Technology is a public secondary school (Grades 8–12) located in Ilitha Park, City of Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa. It currently enrols 879 learners and is staffed by 28 educators (a learner-to-educator ratio of approximately 31:1), and is officially classified as a no-fee school under Q3. It falls within the Metro East education district and achieved an excellent 2025 NSC matric pass rate of 96.9% (123 of 127 candidates).
Centre of Science and Technology Matric Performance
Since 2023, Centre of Science and Technology has remained fairly steady, moving from a 99.0% pass rate to 96.9% in 2025, the most recent year, 127 learners sat the exam.
| Year | Wrote | Achieved | Pass rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 127 | 123 | 96.9% |
| 2024 | 121 | 119 | 98.3% |
| 2023 | 103 | 102 | 99.0% |
Source: 2025 NSC School Performance Report (DBE). Centre: CENTRE OF SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY (1004448).
Subject pass rates
Centre of Science and Technology offered 4 subjects at NSC level in 2025, achieving an overall subject pass rate of 95.7%. Life Sciences performed strongest at 100.0%, while Physical Sciences was the weakest at 86.7%. 2 subjects recorded a 100% pass rate (Life Sciences, English (FAL)).
| Subject | Wrote | Achieved | 2025 pass rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mathematics | 128 | 123 |
96.1%
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| Physical Sciences | 128 | 111 |
86.7%
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| Life Sciences | 128 | 128 |
100.0%
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| English (FAL) | 128 | 128 |
100.0%
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Benchmark against nearby schools
Compared with 274 other secondary schools in City of Cape Town.
Centre of Science and Technology's 2025 pass rate is 9.0 percentage points above the average for comparable schools in the area.
School fees
Centre of Science and Technology 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 Centre of Science and Technology for 2027?
Tuition at Centre of Science and Technology for the 2027 academic year is R0; the school is officially classified as no-fee (Q3) by the Department of Basic Education in the Metro East district. Parents may still need to cover uniform and stationery costs; phone 021 361 0138 for specifics.
Is Centre of Science and Technology a no-fee school?
Yes, Centre of Science and Technology is officially a no-fee school (Q3), recognised as such by the Department of Basic Education in the Metro East district. No tuition is charged to any of its 879 learners.
What is the quintile of Centre of Science and Technology and what does it mean for fees?
As a Q3 public secondary school (Grades 8–12) in the Metro East district, Centre of Science and Technology is funded entirely by the state under the no-fee policy applied to Quintiles 1 through 3.
How to apply
Applications to Centre of Science and Technology for Grade 8 (and other grade transfers) are submitted via the WCED Online Admissions online system, with confirmation handled by Centre of Science and Technology in the Metro East education district. Below is the step-by-step process specific to Western Cape.
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Confirm availability with Centre of Science and Technology
Call 021 361 0138 to confirm whether Centre of Science and Technology 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 Centre of Science and Technology 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
Centre of Science and Technology is a no-fee school (Q3), 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 Centre of Science and Technology.
- 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 Centre of Science and Technology for the next school year?
To apply to Centre of Science and Technology for the next academic year, register on the WCED Online Admissions portal during the official admission window and select Centre of Science and Technology as a preferred school. WCED Online Admissions for Grade 1 and Grade 8 typically opens in March/April of the preceding year. For confirmation of available places, contact Centre of Science and Technology via phone 021 361 0138.
What documents do I need to apply at Centre of Science and Technology?
Centre of Science and Technology 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 Centre of Science and Technology (phone 021 361 0138) for any school-specific requirements and to verify what must be uploaded to the WCED Online Admissions.