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Thabo Ntsako Secondary School

Public secondary school · Alberton, Alberton, Gauteng · Ekurhuleni South district (1 circuit)

In Alberton, Thabo Ntsako Secondary School operates as a public secondary school. Its last matric group achieved a 90.3% pass rate.

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On this page, you will find the key facts about Thabo Ntsako Secondary School: where it is, how to apply, what it costs and how its matric results have performed.

Thabo Ntsako Secondary School is a public secondary school serving families in and around Alberton. The school falls under quintile Q3 and charges school fees.

1,566
Learners
52
Educators
QQ3 · R1,500-R8,000/yr est.
Funding status
Public
Sector
Fees and funding

Fee-charging school

As a fee-charging quintile Q3 school, Thabo Ntsako 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 Thabo Ntsako Secondary School for its exact current amount.

Matric results

Three year NSC pass rate

2023 2024 2025

Thabo Ntsako Secondary School entered 267 candidates for the 2025 National Senior Certificate, achieving a 90.3% pass rate. The pass rate has stayed fairly consistent over the past three years.

YearCandidates wroteAchieved NSCPass rate
202320418691.2%
202424422993.9%
202526724190.3%

Source: DBE National Senior Certificate School Performance Reports.

Subjects and results

Subject pass rates

Thabo Ntsako Secondary School reported results in 10 of these subjects. English First Additional Language had the strongest result, at 100%.

SubjectWroteAchievedPass rate
Mathematics383592.1%
Mathematical Literacy20618690.3%
Physical Sciences363597.2%
Life Sciences1056662.9%
Accounting282692.9%
Business Studies1017675.2%
Economics1017069.3%
Geography14312486.7%
History938793.5%
English First Additional Language244244100.0%

Source: DBE 2024 NSC School Subject Report.

District comparison

Ekurhuleni South district

5 other schools in Ekurhuleni South district, for comparison against Thabo Ntsako Secondary School.

  • Windmill Park Secondary School is noticeably bigger, teaching 3,023 learners against Thabo Ntsako Secondary School's 1,566; charges fees under quintile Q2; and posted a lower matric pass rate, 72.1% against Thabo Ntsako Secondary School's 90.3%.
  • Primary School Van Dyk teaches considerably more learners than Thabo Ntsako Secondary School, 2,533 compared with 1,566; is a public primary school, a different phase than Thabo Ntsako Secondary School; and charges fees under quintile Q5.
  • Opelweg Primary School teaches considerably more learners than Thabo Ntsako Secondary School, 2,474 compared with 1,566; is a public primary school, a different phase than Thabo Ntsako Secondary School; and charges fees under quintile Q4.
  • Goede Hoop Primary School teaches considerably more learners than Thabo Ntsako Secondary School, 2,471 compared with 1,566; is a public primary school, a different phase than Thabo Ntsako Secondary School; and charges fees under quintile Q4.
  • Eden-Ridge High School is noticeably bigger, teaching 2,435 learners against Thabo Ntsako Secondary School's 1,566; charges fees under quintile Q2; and posted a higher matric pass rate, 93.2% against Thabo Ntsako Secondary School's 90.3%.

Alberton

Zooming into Alberton, here are 5 other schools to compare against Thabo Ntsako Secondary School.

  • Opelweg Primary School teaches considerably more learners than Thabo Ntsako Secondary School, 2,474 compared with 1,566; is a public primary school, a different phase than Thabo Ntsako Secondary School; and charges fees under quintile Q4.
  • Eden-Ridge Primary School is noticeably bigger, teaching 2,316 learners against Thabo Ntsako Secondary School's 1,566; is a public primary school, a different phase than Thabo Ntsako Secondary School; and charges fees under quintile Q4.
  • Edenpark Primary School is a similar size to Thabo Ntsako Secondary School, with 2,068 learners against 1,566; is a public primary school, a different phase than Thabo Ntsako Secondary School; and charges fees under quintile Q4.
  • Encochoyini Primary School sits in roughly the same size range as Thabo Ntsako Secondary School, at 1,630 learners; is a public primary school, a different phase than Thabo Ntsako Secondary School; and charges fees under quintile Q1.
  • Royal Schools Alberton Combined School is a similar size to Thabo Ntsako Secondary School, with 1,575 learners against 1,566; is a combined school run on a private rather than public basis; and posted a higher matric pass rate, 100% against Thabo Ntsako Secondary School's 90.3%.
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 Thabo Ntsako Secondary School for 2027

Because Thabo Ntsako Secondary School is a public school in Gauteng, 2027 admissions are handled through the province's online admissions system rather than the school itself. Apply via the Gauteng Online Admissions System; the 2027 window for Grade 1 and Grade 8 ran from 5 August to 4 September 2026. Watch the video below for a walkthrough, or read the full Gauteng School Application Process Guide for full details.

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

Get in touch

Contact and location

Address
1091, Lepele Street, Thokoza Ext 2, Alberton, Alberton
Postal
Po Box 34 Thokoza 1421
Telephone
082 600 7885
EMIS number
700341339

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Frequently asked questions
Are applications open at Thabo Ntsako 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 Thabo Ntsako Secondary School directly, on 082 600 7885, what its current 2027 intake dates are.
How do you apply to Thabo Ntsako 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 Thabo Ntsako Secondary School the best school in Alberton?
On the numbers that are published, Thabo Ntsako Secondary School's matric pass rate of 90.3% is lower than ROYAL SCHOOLS ALBERTON's 100%, the highest among the nearby schools we have data for.
How many other schools are there in Alberton besides Thabo Ntsako Secondary School?
Schoolhive lists at least 10 other schools in and around Alberton, including Opelweg Primary School.
How big are the classes at Thabo Ntsako Secondary School?
Thabo Ntsako Secondary School reported 1,566 learners and 52 educators, a school-wide ratio of roughly 30 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 Thabo Ntsako Secondary School?
Yes, Thabo Ntsako 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 Thabo Ntsako Secondary School's matric results like?
Thabo Ntsako Secondary School's most recent National Senior Certificate pass rate was 90.3%, in 2025. It has stayed close to 91.2% since 2023.
Is Thabo Ntsako Secondary School a public or private school?
Thabo Ntsako Secondary School is a public secondary school. It falls under the government schooling system and receives state funding.
How can I contact Thabo Ntsako Secondary School?
You can call 082 600 7885. It is located at 1091, Lepele Street, Thokoza Ext 2, Alberton, Alberton.
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