On this page, you will find what parents need to know about Aj Ferreira Secondary School, from its location and fees to its admissions process and matric results.
Aj Ferreira Secondary School is a public secondary school in Null, Upington. The school falls under quintile Q4 and charges school fees.
1,185
Learners
32
Educators
QQ4 · R1,500-R8,000/yr est.
Funding status
Public
Sector
Matric results
Three year NSC pass rate
In 2025, 131 matric candidates from Aj Ferreira Secondary School sat the National Senior Certificate exams, and 81.7% passed. The pass rate has improved over the past three years.
Year
Candidates wrote
Achieved NSC
Pass rate
2023
191
130
68.1%
2024
138
103
74.6%
2025
131
107
81.7%
Source: DBE National Senior Certificate School Performance Reports.
Subjects and results
Subject pass rates
Aj Ferreira Secondary School reported results in 10 of these subjects. The best-performing subject was Life Sciences, with a 100% pass rate.
Subject
Wrote
Achieved
Pass rate
Mathematics
9
4
44.4%
Mathematical Literacy
130
77
59.2%
Physical Sciences
6
3
50.0%
Life Sciences
15
15
100.0%
Accounting
5
4
80.0%
Business Studies
48
22
45.8%
Economics
14
5
35.7%
Geography
94
80
85.1%
History
63
58
92.1%
English First Additional Language
140
140
100.0%
Source: DBE 2024 NSC School Subject Report.
Fees and funding
Fee-charging school
As a fee-charging quintile Q4 school, Aj Ferreira Secondary School sets school fees to supplement its state funding, with schools in this quintile typically charging an estimated R1,500 to R8,000 a year. Prospective parents should contact Aj Ferreira Secondary School for its exact current amount.
Admissions
How to apply
Reach out to the school using the contact details below to check 2027 application windows, since these can shift from year to year.
Gather the required documents ahead of time, including the learner's birth certificate, immunisation records, latest report, and proof of address.
Submit the application through the school's own process, in person or online if the school offers that option.
Provincial placement processes govern Grade 8 intake for the 2027 academic year, so allow time between applying and receiving confirmation.
