On this page, you will find what parents need to know about Dr Ep Lekhela Secondary School, from its location and fees to its admissions process and matric results.
Dr Ep Lekhela Secondary School is a public secondary school in Null, Kimberley. The school falls under quintile Q2 and charges school fees.
759
Learners
24
Educators
QQ2 · R1,500-R8,000/yr est.
Funding status
Public
Sector
Matric results
Three year NSC pass rate
In 2025, 93 matric candidates from Dr Ep Lekhela Secondary School sat the National Senior Certificate exams, and 96.8% passed. The pass rate has improved over the past three years.
Year
Candidates wrote
Achieved NSC
Pass rate
2023
67
46
68.7%
2024
69
68
98.6%
2025
93
90
96.8%
Source: DBE National Senior Certificate School Performance Reports.
Subjects and results
Subject pass rates
Dr Ep Lekhela Secondary School reported results in 10 of these subjects. The best-performing subject was Business Studies, with a 100% pass rate.
Subject
Wrote
Achieved
Pass rate
Mathematics
25
14
56.0%
Mathematical Literacy
44
42
95.5%
Physical Sciences
24
6
25.0%
Life Sciences
60
39
65.0%
Accounting
9
5
55.6%
Business Studies
9
9
100.0%
Economics
9
7
77.8%
Geography
60
59
98.3%
History
36
36
100.0%
English First Additional Language
69
69
100.0%
Source: DBE 2024 NSC School Subject Report.
Fees and funding
Fee-charging school
As a fee-charging quintile Q2 school, Dr Ep Lekhela 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 Dr Ep Lekhela 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.
