Overview
Skurweberg Sekondere Skool is a public combined school (Grades R–12) located in Ceres, Outside a Town, Western Cape, South Africa. It currently enrols 956 learners and is staffed by 28 educators (a learner-to-educator ratio of approximately 34:1), and is officially classified as a no-fee school under Q3. It falls within the Cape Winelands education district and achieved a moderate 2025 NSC matric pass rate of 73.1% (68 of 93 candidates).
Skurweberg Sekondere Skool Combined School Matric Performance
Since 2023, Skurweberg Sekondere Skool has improved, moving from a 63.6% pass rate to 73.1% in 2025, the most recent year, 93 learners sat the exam.
| Year | Wrote | Achieved | Pass rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 93 | 68 | 73.1% |
| 2024 | 96 | 64 | 66.7% |
| 2023 | 88 | 56 | 63.6% |
Source: 2025 NSC School Performance Report (DBE). Centre: SKURWEBERG SEK. (1008845).
Subject pass rates
Skurweberg Sekondere Skool offered 6 subjects at NSC level in 2025, achieving an overall subject pass rate of 77.6%. English (FAL) performed strongest at 95.7%, while Business Studies was the weakest at 40.0%. 1 subject fell below a 60% pass rate (Business Studies).
| Subject | Wrote | Achieved | 2025 pass rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mathematical Literacy | 94 | 61 |
64.9%
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| Life Sciences | 12 | 8 |
66.7%
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| English (FAL) | 94 | 90 |
95.7%
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| Business Studies | 15 | 6 |
40.0%
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| Geography | 29 | 20 |
69.0%
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| History | 28 | 26 |
92.9%
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Benchmark against nearby schools
Compared with 14 other combined schools in Outside a Town.
Skurweberg Sekondere Skool Combined School's 2025 pass rate is 21.7 percentage points below the average for comparable schools in the area.
School fees
Skurweberg Sekondere Skool charges no tuition fees. Plan instead for uniforms, stationery, transport and outings.
Public combined school (Grades R–12); fees regulated by the SA Schools Act.
Fee questions
How much are school fees at Skurweberg Sekondere Skool for 2027?
Tuition at Skurweberg Sekondere Skool for the 2027 academic year is R0; the school is officially classified as no-fee (Q3) by the Department of Basic Education in the Cape Winelands district. Parents may still need to cover uniform and stationery costs; phone 023 004 1290 for specifics.
Is Skurweberg Sekondere Skool a no-fee school?
Yes, Skurweberg Sekondere Skool is officially a no-fee school (Q3), recognised as such by the Department of Basic Education in the Cape Winelands district. No tuition is charged to any of its 956 learners.
What is the quintile of Skurweberg Sekondere Skool and what does it mean for fees?
Skurweberg Sekondere Skool is a Q3 school, the lowest of three quintile bands designated as "no-fee" under the SA Schools Act. Serving the Ceres, Op-die-Berg SP, Western Cape community in the Cape Winelands district, it receives full state funding and parents are not charged tuition.
How to apply
Applications to Skurweberg Sekondere Skool for Grade R, Grade 1 or Grade 8 are submitted via the WCED Online Admissions online system, with confirmation handled by Skurweberg Sekondere Skool in the Cape Winelands education district. Below is the step-by-step process specific to Western Cape.
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Confirm availability with Skurweberg Sekondere Skool
Call 023 004 1290 to confirm whether Skurweberg Sekondere Skool 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 Skurweberg Sekondere Skool 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
Skurweberg Sekondere Skool 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 Skurweberg Sekondere Skool.
- 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 Skurweberg Sekondere Skool for the next school year?
To apply to Skurweberg Sekondere Skool for the next academic year, register on the WCED Online Admissions portal during the official admission window and select Skurweberg Sekondere Skool 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 Skurweberg Sekondere Skool via phone 023 004 1290.
What documents do I need to apply at Skurweberg Sekondere Skool?
Skurweberg 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 Skurweberg Sekondere Skool (phone 023 004 1290) for any school-specific requirements and to verify what must be uploaded to the WCED Online Admissions.