Overview
Vusisizwe Secondary School is a public secondary school (Grades 8–12) located in Zweletemba, Worcester, Western Cape, South Africa. It currently enrols 1,312 learners and is staffed by 40 educators (a learner-to-educator ratio of approximately 33:1), and is officially classified as a no-fee school under Q1. It falls within the Cape Winelands education district and achieved a moderate 2025 NSC matric pass rate of 68.8% (108 of 157 candidates).
Vusisizwe Secondary School Matric Performance
Since 2023, Vusisizwe Secondary School has improved, moving from a 59.4% pass rate to 68.8% in 2025, the most recent year, 157 learners sat the exam.
| Year | Wrote | Achieved | Pass rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 157 | 108 | 68.8% |
| 2024 | 214 | 148 | 69.2% |
| 2023 | 187 | 111 | 59.4% |
Source: 2025 NSC School Performance Report (DBE). Centre: VUSISIZWE SEC (1008853).
Subject pass rates
Vusisizwe Secondary School offered 9 subjects at NSC level in 2025, achieving an overall subject pass rate of 75.1%. English (FAL) performed strongest at 99.4%, while Mathematics was the weakest at 20.8%. 4 subjects fell below a 60% pass rate.
| Subject | Wrote | Achieved | 2025 pass rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mathematics | 24 | 5 |
20.8%
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| Mathematical Literacy | 133 | 89 |
66.9%
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| Physical Sciences | 16 | 5 |
31.3%
|
| Life Sciences | 81 | 43 |
53.1%
|
| English (FAL) | 157 | 156 |
99.4%
|
| Business Studies | 64 | 45 |
70.3%
|
| Economics | 45 | 22 |
48.9%
|
| Geography | 81 | 69 |
85.2%
|
| History | 141 | 123 |
87.2%
|
Benchmark against nearby schools
Compared with 8 other secondary schools in Worcester.
Vusisizwe Secondary School's 2025 pass rate is 17.1 percentage points below the average for comparable schools in the area.
School fees
Vusisizwe Secondary School charges no tuition fees. Plan instead for uniforms, stationery, transport and outings.
Public secondary school (Grades 8–12); fees regulated by the SA Schools Act.
Fee questions
How much are school fees at Vusisizwe Secondary School for 2027?
Tuition at Vusisizwe Secondary School for the 2027 academic year is R0; the school is officially classified as no-fee (Q1) by the Department of Basic Education in the Cape Winelands district. Parents may still need to cover uniform and stationery costs; phone 023 345 1060 for specifics.
Is Vusisizwe Secondary School a no-fee school?
Yes, Vusisizwe Secondary School is officially a no-fee school (Q1), recognised as such by the Department of Basic Education in the Cape Winelands district. No tuition is charged to any of its 1,312 learners.
What is the quintile of Vusisizwe Secondary School and what does it mean for fees?
Vusisizwe Secondary School is a Q1 school, the lowest of three quintile bands designated as "no-fee" under the SA Schools Act. Serving the Zweletemba, Zweletemba SP, Western Cape community in the Cape Winelands district, it receives full state funding and parents are not charged tuition.
How to apply
Vusisizwe Secondary School accepts applications via the WCED Online Admissions online system, with confirmation handled by Vusisizwe Secondary School 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 Vusisizwe Secondary School
Call 023 345 1060 to confirm whether Vusisizwe Secondary School 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 Vusisizwe Secondary School 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
Vusisizwe Secondary School is a no-fee school (Q1), 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 Vusisizwe Secondary School.
- 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 Vusisizwe Secondary School for the next school year?
To apply to Vusisizwe Secondary School for the next academic year, register on the WCED Online Admissions portal during the official admission window and select Vusisizwe Secondary School 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 Vusisizwe Secondary School via phone 023 345 1060.
What documents do I need to apply at Vusisizwe Secondary School?
Vusisizwe Secondary School 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 Vusisizwe Secondary School (phone 023 345 1060) for any school-specific requirements and to verify what must be uploaded to the WCED Online Admissions.