Schoonspruit Sekonder Secondary School
📍 Wesbank, Malmesbury, Western Cape
Learners
1,374
Educators
49
Learners (2025)
1,418
Educators (2025)
37
Learner : Educator
38.3:1
2025 NSC Pass Rate
83.4%
About this school
Overview
Wesbank Sekonder is a public secondary school (Grades 8–12) located in Wesbank, Malmesbury, Western Cape, South Africa. It currently enrols 1,418 learners and is staffed by 37 educators (a learner-to-educator ratio of approximately 38:1), operating as a fee-charging school (Q4). It falls within the West Coast education district and achieved a strong 2025 NSC matric pass rate of 83.4% (191 of 229 candidates).
National Senior Certificate
Wesbank Sekonder Secondary School Matric Performance
Since 2023, Wesbank Sekonder has improved, moving from a 78.1% pass rate to 83.4% in 2025, the most recent year, 229 learners sat the exam.
| Year | Wrote | Achieved | Pass rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 229 | 191 | 83.4% |
| 2024 | 185 | 156 | 84.3% |
| 2023 | 233 | 182 | 78.1% |
Source: 2025 NSC School Performance Report (DBE). Centre: WESBANK SEK. (1005529).
2025 NSC subjects
Subject pass rates
Wesbank Sekonder offered 10 subjects at NSC level in 2025, achieving an overall subject pass rate of 85.6%. Physical Sciences performed strongest at 100.0%, while Accounting was the weakest at 57.1%. 2 subjects recorded a 100% pass rate (Physical Sciences, English (FAL)). 1 subject fell below a 60% pass rate (Accounting).
| Subject | Wrote | Achieved | 2025 pass rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mathematics | 19 | 13 |
68.4%
|
| Mathematical Literacy | 211 | 172 |
81.5%
|
| Physical Sciences | 12 | 12 |
100.0%
|
| Life Sciences | 44 | 34 |
77.3%
|
| English (FAL) | 230 | 230 |
100.0%
|
| Accounting | 21 | 12 |
57.1%
|
| Business Studies | 49 | 47 |
95.9%
|
| Economics | 16 | 13 |
81.3%
|
| Geography | 178 | 140 |
78.7%
|
| History | 199 | 165 |
82.9%
|
Mathematics
68.4%
19 wrote · 13 achieved
Mathematical Literacy
81.5%
211 wrote · 172 achieved
Physical Sciences
100.0%
12 wrote · 12 achieved
Life Sciences
77.3%
44 wrote · 34 achieved
English (FAL)
100.0%
230 wrote · 230 achieved
Accounting
57.1%
21 wrote · 12 achieved
Business Studies
95.9%
49 wrote · 47 achieved
Economics
81.3%
16 wrote · 13 achieved
Geography
78.7%
178 wrote · 140 achieved
History
82.9%
199 wrote · 165 achieved
How it compares
Benchmark against nearby schools
Compared with 4 other secondary schools in Malmesbury.
2025 NSC pass rate vs. area average
83.4%
Wesbank Sekonder Secondary School
88.9%
Area average
Wesbank Sekonder Secondary School
Area average
Wesbank Sekonder Secondary School's 2025 pass rate is 5.5 percentage points below the average for comparable schools in the area.
Learner:educator ratio (lower is more staffed)
38.3:1
vs 30.5:1 area average
Ranks 4th of 5
Fees & funding
School fees
Status
Fee Charging
Indicative 2027 fee
R1,500 – R8,000 per year (typical range)
Q4 fees in Western Cape typically fall within this band; Wesbank Sekonder's exact 2027 fee is set by the SGB.
Public secondary school (Grades 8–12); fees regulated by the SA Schools Act.
Fee questions
How much are school fees at Wesbank Sekonder for 2027?
For 2027, Wesbank Sekonder (Q4) falls within a r1,500 – r8,000 per year (typical range) band and serves 1,418 learners in the West Coast district. The SGB sets the precise fee annually; phone 022 486 4868 for the published amount.
Is Wesbank Sekonder a no-fee school?
No, Wesbank Sekonder is a fee-charging school (Q4) in the West Coast district. Annual fees are set by the SGB and apply to all enrolled learners.
What is the quintile of Wesbank Sekonder and what does it mean for fees?
Wesbank Sekonder sits in Quintile 4, the second-highest funding band. Q4 schools serve moderately-resourced communities and are permitted to charge SGB-approved school fees alongside their state subsidy.
Admissions
How to apply
To enrol your child at Wesbank Sekonder, families in Western Cape apply via the WCED Online Admissions online system, with confirmation handled by Wesbank Sekonder. The exact Grade 8 (and other grade transfers) process in the West Coast education district is summarised below.
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1
Confirm availability with Wesbank Sekonder
Call 022 486 4868 to confirm whether Wesbank Sekonder 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 Wesbank Sekonder 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, Wesbank Sekonder (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 Wesbank Sekonder.
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 Wesbank Sekonder for the next school year?
To apply to Wesbank Sekonder for the next academic year, register on the WCED Online Admissions portal during the official admission window and select Wesbank Sekonder 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 Wesbank Sekonder via phone 022 486 4868.
What documents do I need to apply at Wesbank Sekonder?
Wesbank Sekonder 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 Wesbank Sekonder (phone 022 486 4868) for any school-specific requirements and to verify what must be uploaded to the WCED Online Admissions.
Get in touch
Contact & location
Administrative reference details
NatEMIS number
132470686
Circuit
1
Ward
10105008.0
Local municipality
Swartland
District municipality
West Coast
Section 21 status
YES
Exam centre
No
Status
Open
Nearby