Villiersdorp Sekonder Secondary School
📍 Villiersdorp, Villiersdorp, Western Cape
Learners
921
Educators
28
Learners (2025)
385
Educators (2025)
21
Learner : Educator
18.3:1
2025 NSC Pass Rate
100.0%
About this school
Overview
De Villiers Graaff Hoerskool is a public secondary school (Grades 8–12) located in Villiersdorp, Villiersdorp, Western Cape, South Africa. It currently enrols 385 learners and is staffed by 21 educators (a learner-to-educator ratio of approximately 18:1), operating as a fee-charging school (Q5). It falls within the Overberg education district and achieved an excellent 2025 NSC matric pass rate of 100.0% (71 of 71 candidates).
National Senior Certificate
De Villiers Graaff Hoerskool Matric Performance
De Villiers Graaff Hoerskool's NSC pass rate has improved over the past 3 years, from 94.9% in 2023 to 100.0% in 2025 (71 candidates writing in 2025).
| Year | Wrote | Achieved | Pass rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 71 | 71 | 100.0% |
| 2024 | 62 | 59 | 95.2% |
| 2023 | 59 | 56 | 94.9% |
Source: 2025 NSC School Performance Report (DBE). Centre: DE VILLIERS GRAAFF HS. (1008814).
2025 NSC subjects
Subject pass rates
De Villiers Graaff Hoerskool offered 9 subjects at NSC level in 2025, achieving an overall subject pass rate of 95.4%. Mathematical Literacy performed strongest at 100.0%, while Physical Sciences was the weakest at 70.0%. 4 subjects recorded a 100% pass rate.
| Subject | Wrote | Achieved | 2025 pass rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mathematics | 13 | 12 |
92.3%
|
| Mathematical Literacy | 58 | 58 |
100.0%
|
| Physical Sciences | 10 | 7 |
70.0%
|
| Life Sciences | 32 | 30 |
93.8%
|
| English (FAL) | 44 | 44 |
100.0%
|
| Accounting | 19 | 19 |
100.0%
|
| Business Studies | 33 | 28 |
84.8%
|
| Geography | 17 | 17 |
100.0%
|
| History | 33 | 32 |
97.0%
|
Mathematics
92.3%
13 wrote · 12 achieved
Mathematical Literacy
100.0%
58 wrote · 58 achieved
Physical Sciences
70.0%
10 wrote · 7 achieved
Life Sciences
93.8%
32 wrote · 30 achieved
English (FAL)
100.0%
44 wrote · 44 achieved
Accounting
100.0%
19 wrote · 19 achieved
Business Studies
84.8%
33 wrote · 28 achieved
Geography
100.0%
17 wrote · 17 achieved
History
97.0%
33 wrote · 32 achieved
How it compares
Benchmark against nearby schools
Compared with 15 other secondary schools in Overberg.
2025 NSC pass rate vs. area average
100.0%
De Villiers Graaff Hoerskool
91.6%
Area average
De Villiers Graaff Hoerskool
Area average
De Villiers Graaff Hoerskool's 2025 pass rate is 8.4 percentage points above the average for comparable schools in the area.
Learner:educator ratio (lower is more staffed)
18.3:1
vs 29.5:1 area average
Ranks 2nd of 16
Fees & funding
School fees
Status
Fee Charging
Indicative 2027 fee
R8,000 – R45,000+ per year (typical range)
Q5 fees vary widely. Confirm De Villiers Graaff Hoerskool's 2027 fee schedule directly with the school office.
Public secondary school (Grades 8–12); fees regulated by the SA Schools Act.
Fee questions
How much are school fees at De Villiers Graaff Hoerskool for 2027?
De Villiers Graaff Hoerskool is a fee-charging public school in the Overberg district. Indicative 2027 fees: R8,000 – R45,000+ 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 028 840 1640.
Is De Villiers Graaff Hoerskool a no-fee school?
De Villiers Graaff Hoerskool does charge school fees as a Q5 school. The amount is reviewed and approved annually by the School Governing Body.
What is the quintile of De Villiers Graaff Hoerskool and what does it mean for fees?
Quintile 5, the highest band, applies to De Villiers Graaff Hoerskool in the Overberg district. Q5 fees vary widely between schools and are confirmed by the SGB ahead of each academic year.
Admissions
How to apply
Applications to De Villiers Graaff Hoerskool for Grade 8 (and other grade transfers) are submitted via the WCED Online Admissions online system, with confirmation handled by De Villiers Graaff Hoerskool in the Overberg education district. Below is the step-by-step process specific to Western Cape.
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1
Confirm availability with De Villiers Graaff Hoerskool
Call 028 840 1640 to confirm whether De Villiers Graaff Hoerskool has open places for the year you're applying.
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2
Start the application
Register on the WCED Online Admissions portal when applications open and select De Villiers Graaff Hoerskool as a preferred school.
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3
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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4
Pay any required deposits or fees
If accepted, De Villiers Graaff Hoerskool (an SGB-funded school) may require a registration deposit. The exact amount is confirmed by the school.
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5
Confirm placement and enrol
Check your WCED Online Admissions dashboard for the placement outcome. If accepted, complete on-site registration at De Villiers Graaff Hoerskool.
Documents typically required
- 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 De Villiers Graaff Hoerskool for the next school year?
De Villiers Graaff Hoerskool 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 028 840 1640 to confirm openings in the Overberg district.
What documents do I need to apply at De Villiers Graaff Hoerskool?
When applying to De Villiers Graaff Hoerskool, 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 De Villiers Graaff Hoerskool depending on the grade; confirm via phone 028 840 1640.
Get in touch
Contact & location
Administrative reference details
NatEMIS number
114310220
Circuit
3
Ward
10301005.0
Local municipality
Theewaterskloof
District municipality
Overberg
Section 21 status
YES
Exam centre
No
Status
Open
Nearby