Overview
Chief Dumile Secondary School is a public secondary school (Grades 8–12) located in Bizana, Eastern Cape, South Africa. It currently enrols 1,100 learners and is staffed by 33 educators (a learner-to-educator ratio of approximately 33:1), and is officially classified as a no-fee school under Q1. It falls within the Alfred Nzo East education district and achieved a strong 2025 NSC matric pass rate of 82.4% (224 of 272 candidates).
Chief Dumile Secondary School Matric Performance
Chief Dumile Secondary School's NSC pass rate has declined over the past 3 years, from 88.3% in 2023 to 82.4% in 2025 (272 candidates writing in 2025).
| Year | Wrote | Achieved | Pass rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 272 | 224 | 82.4% |
| 2024 | 179 | 166 | 92.7% |
| 2023 | 248 | 219 | 88.3% |
Source: 2025 NSC School Performance Report (DBE). Centre: Chief Dumile Senior Secondary School (4241005).
Subject pass rates
Chief Dumile Secondary School offered 10 subjects at NSC level in 2025, achieving an overall subject pass rate of 86.1%. English (FAL) performed strongest at 98.5%, while Mathematics was the weakest at 63.2%.
| Subject | Wrote | Achieved | 2025 pass rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mathematics | 95 | 60 |
63.2%
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| Mathematical Literacy | 177 | 140 |
79.1%
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| Physical Sciences | 59 | 58 |
98.3%
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| Life Sciences | 122 | 113 |
92.6%
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| English (FAL) | 272 | 268 |
98.5%
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| Accounting | 36 | 28 |
77.8%
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| Business Studies | 84 | 76 |
90.5%
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| Economics | 108 | 71 |
65.7%
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| Geography | 118 | 110 |
93.2%
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| Agricultural Sciences | 158 | 134 |
84.8%
|
Benchmark against nearby schools
Compared with 26 other secondary schools in Bizana.
Chief Dumile Secondary School's 2025 pass rate is 3.1 percentage points above the average for comparable schools in the area.
School fees
Chief Dumile Secondary School charges no tuition fees. Plan instead for uniforms, stationery and learner transport.
Public secondary school (Grades 8–12); fees regulated by the SA Schools Act.
Fee questions
How much are school fees at Chief Dumile Secondary School for 2027?
Chief Dumile Secondary School is a no-fee public secondary school (Grades 8–12) in Bizana, Eastern Cape, so parents pay no tuition fees for 2027. All 1,100 enrolled learners attend at no charge. Budget instead for uniforms, stationery and transport. For voluntary contributions or admission fees, contact the school office.
Is Chief Dumile Secondary School a no-fee school?
Chief Dumile Secondary School is classified no-fee under Q1 and forms part of the state-funded schools serving Bizana, Eastern Cape. Parents pay no tuition fees.
What is the quintile of Chief Dumile Secondary School and what does it mean for fees?
Classified as Q1 by the Department of Basic Education, Chief Dumile Secondary School falls within the no-fee category, meaning the 1,100 learners attending here in Bizana, Eastern Cape pay no school fees.
How to apply
Chief Dumile Secondary School accepts applications directly at the Chief Dumile Secondary School school office in the Alfred Nzo East education district. The steps and documents required for Grade 8 (and other grade transfers) are detailed below.
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Confirm availability with Chief Dumile Secondary School
Contact Chief Dumile Secondary School directly to confirm whether places are available for the year you're applying.
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Start the application
Collect the official application form from Amandela A/A,Amandela Location,Bizana,4800 or download it from the Eastern Cape Department of Education website.
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Submit your documents
Submit the completed form and certified copies of all supporting documents to Chief Dumile Secondary School during the school's published admission window.
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Pay any required deposits or fees
Chief Dumile Secondary School is a no-fee school (Q1), so no tuition is payable. Budget for uniforms and stationery.
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Confirm placement and enrol
Wait for confirmation from Chief Dumile Secondary School. If declined, you may appeal at the Alfred Nzo East district office under the Eastern Cape Department of Education.
- Certified copy of the learner's birth certificate or ID
- Certified copies of both parents'/guardians' South African IDs (or passport/permit for non-citizens)
- Proof of residence (utility bill not older than 3 months)
- Latest school report
- Immunisation card / clinic card (especially for Grade R / Grade 1)
- Most recent end-of-year report from the previous school
- Transfer letter from the previous school (for Grade 8+ transfers)
Admissions questions
How do I apply to Chief Dumile Secondary School for the next school year?
Chief Dumile Secondary School processes applications at the school office. In the Eastern Cape, applications are made directly at the school office and confirmed by the district. Reach the school directly via the school office to confirm openings in the Alfred Nzo East district.
What documents do I need to apply at Chief Dumile Secondary School?
When applying to Chief Dumile Secondary School, you'll typically need: • Certified copy of the learner's birth certificate or ID • Certified copies of both parents'/guardians' South African IDs (or passport/permit for non-citizens) • Proof of residence (utility bill not older than 3 months) • Latest school report • Immunisation card / clinic card (especially for Grade R / Grade 1) Additional items may be requested by Chief Dumile Secondary School depending on the grade; confirm via the school office.