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Waterberg Secondary School

Public secondary school · Mokopane, Mokopane, Limpopo · Mogalakwena district (Unknown circuit)

Welcome to Waterberg Secondary School, a public secondary school serving Mokopane. The school's latest NSC pass rate stands at 100%.

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Waterberg Secondary School is a public secondary school in Mokopane. The school falls under quintile Q5 and charges school fees.

815
Learners
26
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, Waterberg 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 Waterberg Secondary School for its exact current amount.

Matric results

Three year NSC pass rate

2023 2024 2025

In 2025, 123 matric candidates from Waterberg Secondary School sat the National Senior Certificate exams, and 100% passed. The pass rate has stayed fairly consistent over the past three years.

YearCandidates wroteAchieved NSCPass rate
202314113998.6%
202412712699.2%
2025123123100.0%

Source: DBE National Senior Certificate School Performance Reports.

Subjects and results

Subject pass rates

Waterberg Secondary School reported results in 9 of these subjects. The best-performing subject was Mathematical Literacy, with a 100% pass rate.

SubjectWroteAchievedPass rate
Mathematics757194.7%
Mathematical Literacy5252100.0%
Physical Sciences605591.7%
Life Sciences898292.1%
Accounting3232100.0%
Business Studies6767100.0%
Economics1212100.0%
Geography959498.9%
English First Additional Language9898100.0%

Source: DBE 2024 NSC School Subject Report.

District comparison

Mogalakwena district

Here is how Waterberg Secondary School compares with 5 other schools listed under Mogalakwena district.

  • Mmamangina Primary School is noticeably bigger, teaching 1,679 learners against Waterberg Secondary School's 815; is a public primary school, a different phase than Waterberg Secondary School; and charges no school fees, quintile Q2.
  • Sokgedlwa Primary School teaches considerably more learners than Waterberg Secondary School, 1,572 compared with 815; is a public primary school, a different phase than Waterberg Secondary School; and charges no school fees, quintile Q2.
  • Kgati Ya Moshate Secondary School teaches considerably more learners than Waterberg Secondary School, 1,445 compared with 815; charges no school fees, quintile Q2; and posted a lower matric pass rate, 80.6% against Waterberg Secondary School's 100%.
  • Mageme Primary School teaches considerably more learners than Waterberg Secondary School, 1,429 compared with 815; is a public primary school, a different phase than Waterberg Secondary School; and charges no school fees, quintile Q2.
  • Potgietersrus Comprehensive Primary School is noticeably bigger, teaching 1,272 learners against Waterberg Secondary School's 815; is a public primary school, a different phase than Waterberg Secondary School; and charges fees under quintile Q5.

Mokopane

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

  • Potgietersrus Comprehensive Primary School is noticeably bigger, teaching 1,272 learners against Waterberg Secondary School's 815; is a public primary school, a different phase than Waterberg Secondary School; and charges fees under quintile Q5.
  • Kgopedinota Primary School is noticeably bigger, teaching 1,222 learners against Waterberg Secondary School's 815; is a public primary school, a different phase than Waterberg Secondary School; and charges no school fees, quintile Q2.
  • Johannes Masibe Primary School sits in roughly the same size range as Waterberg Secondary School, at 1,073 learners; is a public primary school, a different phase than Waterberg Secondary School; and charges no school fees, quintile Q2.
  • Ithuteng Primary School sits in roughly the same size range as Waterberg Secondary School, at 1,067 learners; is a public primary school, a different phase than Waterberg Secondary School; and charges no school fees, quintile Q3.
  • D.g. Tsebe Secondary School sits in roughly the same size range as Waterberg Secondary School, at 947 learners; charges no school fees, quintile Q3; and posted a lower matric pass rate, 77.8% against Waterberg Secondary School's 100%.
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 Waterberg Secondary School for 2027

As a public school, Waterberg Secondary School follows Limpopo's centralised 2027 admissions process. Apply online through the Limpopo Department of Education Admissions Portal before the 31 August 2026 closing date for Grade R, Grade 1 or Grade 8. For the full process and what to prepare, read the full Limpopo School Application Process Guide.

Get in touch

Contact and location

Address
Vredenburg Street 137; Potgitersrus;
Postal
P/Bag X2474; Potgietersrus
Telephone
015 491 2225
Website
waterbergcollege.co.za
Email
marketing@waterbergcollege.co.za
EMIS number
906121549

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Frequently asked questions
Are applications open at Waterberg 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 Waterberg Secondary School directly, on 015 491 2225, what its current 2027 intake dates are.
How do you apply to Waterberg 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 Waterberg Secondary School the best school in Mokopane?
On the numbers that are published, Waterberg Secondary School's 100% matric pass rate is the highest among the schools we track nearby, ahead of D.G. TSEBE at 77.8%.
How many other schools are there in Mokopane besides Waterberg Secondary School?
Schoolhive lists at least 10 other schools in and around Mokopane, including Potgietersrus Comprehensive.
How big are the classes at Waterberg Secondary School?
Waterberg Secondary School reported 815 learners and 26 educators, a school-wide ratio of roughly 31 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 Waterberg Secondary School?
Yes, Waterberg 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 Waterberg Secondary School's matric results like?
Waterberg Secondary School's most recent National Senior Certificate pass rate was 100%, in 2025. It has stayed close to 98.6% since 2023.
Is Waterberg Secondary School a public or private school?
Waterberg Secondary School is a public secondary school. It falls under the government schooling system and receives state funding.
How can I contact Waterberg Secondary School?
You can call 015 491 2225. It is located at Vredenburg Street 137; Potgitersrus;.
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