Verulam Secondary School - VSS

11/05/2026

VERULAM SECONDARY EARNS RECOGNITION AS LEADING UNIVERSITY FEEDER SCHOOL

Verulam Secondary School has been recognised as one of the province’s top-performing feeder schools for higher education, reaffirming its reputation for academic excellence and its success in preparing learners for university.

The recognition was announced during the annual Stakeholders Breakfast hosted by University of KwaZulu-Natal last week, where schools from the university’s key recruitment regions were acknowledged for their role in developing learners who are well-equipped for tertiary study.

As part of the event, UKZN honoured its top feeder schools for the 2025 academic year — institutions that have consistently produced students who demonstrate strong academic ability, independence and readiness for the demands of university life.

Among the schools recognised were Verulam Secondary School alongside several other prominent schools across KwaZulu-Natal including Westville Girls’ High School, Durban Girls’ High, Pietermaritzburg Girls’ High, Sibusisiwe Secondary School, Raisethorpe Secondary, Mconjwana High School, Star College, Menzi High, Ridge Park College, Pinetown Girls’ High School, Queensburgh Girls’ High School, Phambili High School, Carter High School, Bizimali High School, Adams College, Thongwana Junior Secondary School, Mqhawe High School, Kharwastan Secondary School, Luthuli High School, Danville Park Girls' High School and Westville Boys’ High School.

The Principal, Mr S. Govender described this accolade as a proud achievement for the Verulam community.

This recognition reflects the quality of education and support our learners receive at Verulam Secondary. It is rewarding to see our students leave school with the confidence, discipline and academic foundation needed to thrive at university and complete their degrees successfully.

The accolade reinforces Verulam Secondary’s longstanding commitment to nurturing high-achieving learners and creating pathways to higher education success.

22/01/2026

MATRIC 2025 : 29 TOP ACHIEVERS

20/01/2026

16/01/2026

14/01/2026

Congratulations Cayden Reece Packreeappen ♥️ on your outstanding achievements in the 2025 NSC exam : 👏
> Placed 1st overall in the Pinetown district
> Highest mark in Physical Science in the Province (98%)
> Placed 3rd overall in the Province

This remarkable success is a true reflection of your dedication, hard work, and perseverance.
You have brought immense pride to the Verulam community.

We celebrate your excellence and wish you even greater success as you continue to reach new heights. 🎉💫

13/01/2026

VERULAM SECONDARY SCHOOL SHINES AS ACADEMIC GIANT

VSS is proudly celebrating exceptional academic excellence following the release of the 2025 NSC results, with our school achieving an outstanding 99% pass rate.

The Class of 2025 produced a remarkable 228 distinctions and an impressive 82% Bachelors pass rate, further establishing Verulam Secondary as one of the top-performing schools in the region.

Leading this historic achievement is Cayden Reece Packreeappen, our top-performing learner, whose performance has brought immense pride to the entire school community. Cayden was placed 1st in the Pinetown District, 3rd in the KZN province, and he attained the highest mark in Physical Sciences in the province with an extraordinary 98% — a truly outstanding accomplishment.

Our results reflect months of dedication, discipline and perseverance by the matric class of 2025, who demonstrated resilience and commitment in the face of a demanding academic year.

The principal, Mr S Govender and management team of Verulam Secondary have praised both learners and staff for their unwavering commitment to academic excellence. They highlighted the vital role played by teachers who invested countless hours in extra lessons, holiday programmes and continuous learner support, ensuring that every learner was given the opportunity to reach their full potential.
Parents and the broader school community were also acknowledged for their invaluable support, encouragement and partnership throughout the year.

As Verulam Secondary School celebrates these phenomenal results, the achievements of the Class of 2025 will long be remembered as a testament to what can be accomplished through hard work, collaboration and a shared vision for success.

03/10/2025

Determined Grade 12 pupils from Verulam Secondary, reveal their study strategies and dreams amid the pressure of final exams.

15/01/2025

VSS PRODUCES A BRILLIANT 95,8% PASS RATE

Verulam Secondary has done it yet again. The Class of 2024 produced an outstanding 95.8 % pass rate with 213 subject distinctions, placing them as a top performing high school in Verulam. Furthermore, a staggering 75% of the learners achieved a Bachelors pass.

Top achiever, Dashaylen Perumall, achieved an aggregate of 93% and will be studying Actuarial Science at UCT. Other high flyers were Fathima Zahra Wohabally, scoring 7 distinctions and Druv Govender, Shaeya Jaglal and Shakeer Sheik Hassan with 6 distinctions each.

Our Principal, Mr S Govender, and Deputy Principal, Mrs R.Ramrathen praised the efforts of all stakeholders and thanked learners, parents and educators for contributing to the outstanding results.

BACK ROW
Alaika Adam (3As), Draelin Govender (3As), Shikaar Ramnarain (3As), Tiyeshin Govender (3As), Yogirajah Folly (3As), Teegan Pillay (3As), Keilah Pillay (3As)

MIDDLE ROW
Abhay Ramdayal (3As), Milan Ramgulam (5As), Surina Ramsumer (4As), Niralle Moodley (4As), Mrs R. Ramrathen (Deputy principal), Diashan Pillay (4As), Annabelle Moodley (4As), Tyra Devars (4As), Keenan Lee Arnanslem (5As), Leyim Muthen (3As) ABSENT : Tevin Naidoo (4As)

SEATED
Jaryd Murugan (5As), Shaeya Jaglal (6As), Shakeer Sheik Hassan (6As), Dashaylen Perumall (7As), Fathima Wohabally (7As), Druv Govender (6As), Deasha Kisten (5As), Makaylin Govender (5As)

28/07/2024

CIRCUIT CUP CHAMPIONS 2024

The Circuit Managers Cup was held at Hopeville Primary School in Phoenix.

Our U17 Volleyball Girls Team was selected to represent the Billy Nair Circuit and competed against 5 other Circuits (Verulam, Inanda Central, Inanda North, Phoenix Central and Phoenix North)

VSS defeated Mvuba Secondary and Seatides Secondary 2 sets - 0 and were thereafter crowned champions after defeating Inanda Secondary in the finals : 2 sets - 1.

Sports co-ordinator, Mrs S. Ismail, thanked the school management, dedicated educators and the many parents that rendered support in preparation for the tournament.