Thomas Percy Sililo Secondary School 2027 Applications and Fees, Schoolhive

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

Thomas Percy Sililo Secondary School is a public secondary school in Witbank. The school falls under quintile Q4 and charges school fees.

664

Learners

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, Thomas Percy Sililo 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 Thomas Percy Sililo Secondary School for its exact current amount.

Matric results

Three year NSC pass rate

In 2025, 63 matric candidates from Thomas Percy Sililo Secondary School sat the National Senior Certificate exams, and 92.1% passed. That marks an improvement over the previous two years.

Year	Candidates wrote	Achieved NSC	Pass rate
2023	61	54	88.5%
2024	66	55	83.3%
2025	63	58	92.1%

Source: DBE National Senior Certificate School Performance Reports.

Subjects and results

Subject pass rates

Thomas Percy Sililo Secondary School reported results in 7 of these subjects. Physical Sciences led the field at 100%.

Subject	Wrote	Achieved	Pass rate
Mathematics	10	9	90.0%
Mathematical Literacy	60	40	66.7%
Physical Sciences	10	10	100.0%
Life Sciences	10	10	100.0%
Business Studies	61	46	75.4%
Economics	67	47	70.1%
English First Additional Language	71	71	100.0%

Source: DBE 2024 NSC School Subject Report.

District comparison

Nkangala district

Alex Manabeng Mampana Primary Primary School teaches considerably more learners than Thomas Percy Sililo Secondary School, 1,928 compared with 664; is a public primary school, a different phase than Thomas Percy Sililo Secondary School; and charges fees under quintile Q2.
Mafa Max Motloung Secondary School is noticeably bigger, teaching 1,908 learners against Thomas Percy Sililo Secondary School's 664; charges fees under quintile Q2; and posted a higher matric pass rate, 97.6% against Thomas Percy Sililo Secondary School's 92.1%.
Makause Combined School teaches considerably more learners than Thomas Percy Sililo Secondary School, 1,875 compared with 664; is a public combined school, a different phase than Thomas Percy Sililo Secondary School; charges fees under quintile Q2; and posted a higher matric pass rate, 100% against Thomas Percy Sililo Secondary School's 92.1%.
Pine Ridge Combined School teaches considerably more learners than Thomas Percy Sililo Secondary School, 1,862 compared with 664; is a public combined school, a different phase than Thomas Percy Sililo Secondary School; charges fees under quintile Q5; and posted a very similar matric pass rate (93.3% against Thomas Percy Sililo Secondary School's 92.1%).
Blackhill Schoongezicht Primary School is noticeably bigger, teaching 1,857 learners against Thomas Percy Sililo Secondary School's 664; is a public primary school, a different phase than Thomas Percy Sililo Secondary School; and charges fees under quintile Q2.

Witbank

Alex Manabeng Mampana Primary Primary School teaches considerably more learners than Thomas Percy Sililo Secondary School, 1,928 compared with 664; is a public primary school, a different phase than Thomas Percy Sililo Secondary School; and charges fees under quintile Q2.
Pine Ridge Combined School teaches considerably more learners than Thomas Percy Sililo Secondary School, 1,862 compared with 664; is a public combined school, a different phase than Thomas Percy Sililo Secondary School; charges fees under quintile Q5; and posted a very similar matric pass rate (93.3% against Thomas Percy Sililo Secondary School's 92.1%).
Motsaosele Dm Secondary School is noticeably bigger, teaching 1,637 learners against Thomas Percy Sililo Secondary School's 664; charges fees under quintile Q3; and posted a lower matric pass rate, 88.1% against Thomas Percy Sililo Secondary School's 92.1%.
Phillip Ndimande Secondary School is noticeably bigger, teaching 1,563 learners against Thomas Percy Sililo Secondary School's 664; charges fees under quintile Q3; and posted a higher matric pass rate, 98.6% against Thomas Percy Sililo Secondary School's 92.1%.
Mogalitwa Primary School teaches considerably more learners than Thomas Percy Sililo Secondary School, 1,537 compared with 664; is a public primary school, a different phase than Thomas Percy Sililo Secondary School; and charges fees under quintile Q2.

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.

Get in touch

Contact and location

Address: No.1 Cnr Ribbok And Kiepersol Street, Tasbet Park, Ext 1, 1040
Postal: Po Box 1040 Tasbet Park Ext 1 1040
Telephone: 013 692 5662
EMIS number: 800023283

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Frequently asked questions

Are applications open at Thomas Percy Sililo 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 Thomas Percy Sililo Secondary School directly, on 013 692 5662, what its current 2027 intake dates are.

How do you apply to Thomas Percy Sililo 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 Thomas Percy Sililo Secondary School the best school in Witbank?

On the numbers that are published, Thomas Percy Sililo Secondary School's matric pass rate of 92.1% is lower than PHILLIP NDIMANDE SECONDARY SCHOOL's 98.6%, the highest among the nearby schools we have data for.

How many other schools are there in Witbank besides Thomas Percy Sililo Secondary School?

Schoolhive lists at least 10 other schools in and around Witbank, including Alex Manabeng Mampana Primary.

How big are the classes at Thomas Percy Sililo Secondary School?

Thomas Percy Sililo Secondary School reported 664 learners and 22 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 Thomas Percy Sililo Secondary School?

Yes, Thomas Percy Sililo 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 Thomas Percy Sililo Secondary School's matric results like?

Thomas Percy Sililo Secondary School's most recent National Senior Certificate pass rate was 92.1%, in 2025. That's up from 88.5% in 2023.

Is Thomas Percy Sililo Secondary School a public or private school?

Thomas Percy Sililo Secondary School is a public secondary school. It falls under the government schooling system and receives state funding.

How can I contact Thomas Percy Sililo Secondary School?

You can call 013 692 5662. It is located at No.1 Cnr Ribbok And Kiepersol Street, Tasbet Park, Ext 1, 1040.