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Nigel Secondary School

Public secondary school · Nigel, Nigel, Gauteng · Gauteng East district (1 circuit)

Welcome to Nigel Secondary School, a public secondary school serving Nigel. Its last matric group achieved a 91.4% pass rate.

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On this page, you will find what parents need to know about Nigel Secondary School, from its location and fees to its admissions process and matric results.

Nigel Secondary School is a public secondary school in Nigel. The school falls under quintile Q4 and charges school fees.

1,541
Learners
53
Educators
QQ4 · R1,500-R8,000/yr est.
Funding status
Public
Sector
Fees and funding

Fee-charging school

As a fee-charging quintile Q4 school, Nigel 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 Nigel Secondary School for its exact current amount.

Matric results

Three year NSC pass rate

2023 2024 2025

Of the 93 learners from Nigel Secondary School who wrote matric in 2025, 91.4% passed. The pass rate has come down over the past three years.

YearCandidates wroteAchieved NSCPass rate
2023747094.6%
2024575698.2%
2025938591.4%

Source: DBE National Senior Certificate School Performance Reports.

Subjects and results

Subject pass rates

Nigel Secondary School reported results in 6 of these subjects. History had the strongest result, at 100%.

SubjectWroteAchievedPass rate
Mathematics302686.7%
Mathematical Literacy292896.6%
Physical Sciences292586.2%
Life Sciences312993.5%
Geography302996.7%
History3939100.0%

Source: DBE 2024 NSC School Subject Report.

District comparison

Gauteng East district

5 other schools in Gauteng East district, for comparison against Nigel Secondary School.

  • Tsakane Secondary School sits in roughly the same size range as Nigel Secondary School, at 1,918 learners; charges fees under quintile Q3; and posted a lower matric pass rate, 76.5% against Nigel Secondary School's 91.4%.
  • Geluksdal Secondary School is a similar size to Nigel Secondary School, with 1,895 learners against 1,541; charges fees under quintile Q4; and posted a lower matric pass rate, 75.8% against Nigel Secondary School's 91.4%.
  • Mamellong Comprehensive Secondary School is a similar size to Nigel Secondary School, with 1,843 learners against 1,541; charges fees under quintile Q4; and posted a lower matric pass rate, 77.6% against Nigel Secondary School's 91.4%.
  • Buhlebemfundo Secondary School sits in roughly the same size range as Nigel Secondary School, at 1,827 learners; charges fees under quintile Q3; and posted a lower matric pass rate, 73.4% against Nigel Secondary School's 91.4%.
  • Vezukhono Secondary School is a similar size to Nigel Secondary School, with 1,823 learners against 1,541; charges fees under quintile Q1; and posted a lower matric pass rate, 81.7% against Nigel Secondary School's 91.4%.

Nigel

Zooming into Nigel, here are 5 other schools to compare against Nigel Secondary School.

  • Roseview Primary School sits in roughly the same size range as Nigel Secondary School, at 1,685 learners; is a public primary school, a different phase than Nigel Secondary School; and charges fees under quintile Q4.
  • Esibonelwesihle Secondary School is a similar size to Nigel Secondary School, with 1,678 learners against 1,541; charges fees under quintile Q3; and posted a very similar matric pass rate (92.1% against Nigel Secondary School's 91.4%).
  • Primary School Dunnottar sits in roughly the same size range as Nigel Secondary School, at 1,626 learners; is a public primary school, a different phase than Nigel Secondary School; and charges fees under quintile Q5.
  • Asser Maloka Secondary School sits in roughly the same size range as Nigel Secondary School, at 1,603 learners; charges fees under quintile Q1; and posted a very similar matric pass rate (89.5% against Nigel Secondary School's 91.4%).
  • James Nkosi Primary School sits in roughly the same size range as Nigel Secondary School, at 1,551 learners; is a public primary school, a different phase than Nigel Secondary School; and charges fees under quintile Q2.
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 Nigel Secondary School for 2027

Nigel Secondary School is a public school, so its 2027 admissions run through the Gauteng Department of Education's centralised online system. Applications for Grade 1 and Grade 8 are submitted via the Gauteng Online Admissions System; for the 2027 intake, applications ran from 5 August to 4 September 2026. The video below explains how the process works, and the full Gauteng School Application Process Guide covers it in full, including Schools of Specialisation assessments.

Gauteng Department of Education: how to apply through the online admissions system.

Get in touch

Contact and location

Address
60, Azhed Avenue, Mackenzieville, Nigel, Nigel
Postal
142 Nigel 1490
Telephone
011 819 5077
Website
nigelhighschool.wixsite.com
EMIS number
700350033

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Frequently asked questions
Are applications open at Nigel Secondary School?
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 Nigel Secondary School directly, on 011 819 5077, what its current 2027 intake dates are.
How do you apply to Nigel Secondary School?
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 Nigel Secondary School the best school in Nigel?
On the numbers that are published, Nigel Secondary School's matric pass rate of 91.4% is lower than ESIBONELWESIHLE SECONDARY SCHOOL's 92.1%, the highest among the nearby schools we have data for.
How many other schools are there in Nigel besides Nigel Secondary School?
Schoolhive lists at least 10 other schools in and around Nigel, including Roseview Primary School.
How big are the classes at Nigel Secondary School?
Nigel Secondary School reported 1,541 learners and 53 educators, a school-wide ratio of roughly 29 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 Nigel Secondary School?
Yes, Nigel Secondary School 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 Nigel Secondary School's matric results like?
Nigel Secondary School's most recent National Senior Certificate pass rate was 91.4%, in 2025. That's down from 94.6% in 2023.
Is Nigel Secondary School a public or private school?
Nigel Secondary School is a public secondary school. It falls under the government schooling system and receives state funding.
How can I contact Nigel Secondary School?
You can call 011 819 5077. It is located at 60, Azhed Avenue, Mackenzieville, Nigel, Nigel.
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