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High School Noorderland

Public secondary school · Polokwane, Polokwane, Limpopo · Capricorn South district (Unknown circuit)

Welcome to High School Noorderland, a public secondary school serving Polokwane. Its most recent matric class posted a 91.3% pass rate.

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High School Noorderland is a public secondary school in Polokwane. The school falls under quintile Q5 and charges school fees.

1,320
Learners
51
Educators
QQ5 · R1,500-R8,000/yr est.
Funding status
Public
Sector
Fees and funding

Fee-charging school

As a fee-charging quintile Q5 school, High School Noorderland 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 High School Noorderland for its exact current amount.

Matric results

Three year NSC pass rate

2023 2024 2025

Of the 242 learners from High School Noorderland who wrote matric in 2025, 91.3% passed. The pass rate has stayed fairly consistent over the past three years.

YearCandidates wroteAchieved NSCPass rate
202321019793.8%
202421720293.1%
202524222191.3%

Source: DBE National Senior Certificate School Performance Reports.

Subjects and results

Subject pass rates

High School Noorderland reported results in 9 of these subjects. Mathematical Literacy led the field at 100%.

SubjectWroteAchievedPass rate
Mathematics15712982.2%
Mathematical Literacy6060100.0%
Physical Sciences12610281.0%
Life Sciences12612196.0%
Accounting565394.6%
Business Studies8080100.0%
Economics6565100.0%
Geography9797100.0%
English First Additional Language119119100.0%

Source: DBE 2024 NSC School Subject Report.

District comparison

Capricorn South district

A look at 5 other schools sharing Capricorn South district with High School Noorderland.

  • Klaas Mothapo Secondary School is noticeably bigger, teaching 2,633 learners against High School Noorderland's 1,320; charges no school fees, quintile Q3; and posted a lower matric pass rate, 87.2% against High School Noorderland's 91.3%.
  • Northern Academy is noticeably bigger, teaching 2,010 learners against High School Noorderland's 1,320; is a secondary school run on a private rather than public basis; and posted a higher matric pass rate, 95.5% against High School Noorderland's 91.3%.
  • Molamo Primary School is noticeably bigger, teaching 1,969 learners against High School Noorderland's 1,320; is a public primary school, a different phase than High School Noorderland; and charges no school fees, quintile Q3.
  • Makgongoana Secondary School is a similar size to High School Noorderland, with 1,836 learners against 1,320; charges no school fees, quintile Q3; and posted a lower matric pass rate, 87.9% against High School Noorderland's 91.3%.
  • Nirvana Primary School sits in roughly the same size range as High School Noorderland, at 1,821 learners; is a public primary school, a different phase than High School Noorderland; and charges fees under quintile Q4.

Polokwane

Zooming into Polokwane, here are 5 other schools to compare against High School Noorderland.

  • Klaas Mothapo Secondary School is noticeably bigger, teaching 2,633 learners against High School Noorderland's 1,320; charges no school fees, quintile Q3; and posted a lower matric pass rate, 87.2% against High School Noorderland's 91.3%.
  • Northern Academy is noticeably bigger, teaching 2,010 learners against High School Noorderland's 1,320; is a secondary school run on a private rather than public basis; and posted a higher matric pass rate, 95.5% against High School Noorderland's 91.3%.
  • Molamo Primary School is noticeably bigger, teaching 1,969 learners against High School Noorderland's 1,320; is a public primary school, a different phase than High School Noorderland; and charges no school fees, quintile Q3.
  • Nirvana Primary School sits in roughly the same size range as High School Noorderland, at 1,821 learners; is a public primary school, a different phase than High School Noorderland; and charges fees under quintile Q4.
  • Greenside Primary School sits in roughly the same size range as High School Noorderland, at 1,780 learners; is a public primary school, a different phase than High School Noorderland; and charges no school fees, quintile Q3.
Admissions

How to apply

  1. Reach out to the school using the contact details below to check 2027 application windows, since these can shift from year to year.
  2. Gather the required documents ahead of time, including the learner's birth certificate, immunisation records, latest report, and proof of address.
  3. Submit the application through the school's own process, in person or online if the school offers that option.
  4. Provincial placement processes govern Grade 8 intake for the 2027 academic year, so allow time between applying and receiving confirmation.
Provincial admissions

Applying to High School Noorderland for 2027

High School Noorderland is a public school, so its 2027 admissions run through the Limpopo Department of Education's provincial process rather than the school alone. Applications for Grade R, Grade 1 and Grade 8 are submitted online through the Smart Admit Online Admission System, via the Limpopo Department of Education Admissions Portal, and the 2027 intake closes on 31 August 2026. See the full Limpopo School Application Process Guide for the full step by step process.

Get in touch

Contact and location

Address
Dorpstreet 200; Pietersburg;
Postal
Dorpstreet 200; Pietersburg
Telephone
015 297 3208
Website
noorderland.co.za
Email
info@noorderland.co.za
EMIS number
904220224

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Frequently asked questions
Are applications open at High School Noorderland?
Application windows are set by the school and the provincial education department rather than on one fixed national calendar, so the surest way to know is to ask High School Noorderland directly, on 015 297 3208, what its current 2027 intake dates are.
How do you apply to High School Noorderland?
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.
Is High School Noorderland the best school in Polokwane?
On the numbers that are published, High School Noorderland's matric pass rate of 91.3% is lower than NORTHERN ACADEMY's 95.5%, the highest among the nearby schools we have data for.
How many other schools are there in Polokwane besides High School Noorderland?
Schoolhive lists at least 10 other schools in and around Polokwane, including Klaas Mothapo.
How big are the classes at High School Noorderland?
High School Noorderland reported 1,320 learners and 51 educators, a school-wide ratio of roughly 26 learners per educator. That's a whole-school average rather than a per-class figure, since actual class sizes vary by grade and subject.
Do you pay school fees at High School Noorderland?
Yes, High School Noorderland is a fee-charging school, with schools in its quintile typically charging an estimated R1,500 to R8,000 a year, though contact the school directly to confirm its exact current fee.
What are High School Noorderland's matric results like?
High School Noorderland's most recent National Senior Certificate pass rate was 91.3%, in 2025. It has stayed close to 93.8% since 2023.
Is High School Noorderland a public or private school?
High School Noorderland is a public secondary school. It falls under the government schooling system and receives state funding.
How can I contact High School Noorderland?
You can call 015 297 3208. It is located at Dorpstreet 200; Pietersburg;.
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