Overview
Cibini Junior Secondary School is a public combined school (Grades R–12) located in Umtata, Mthatha, Eastern Cape, South Africa. It currently enrols 338 learners and is staffed by 12 educators (a learner-to-educator ratio of approximately 28:1), and is officially classified as a no-fee school under Q2. It falls within the Or Tambo Inland education district.
Benchmark against nearby schools
Compared with 44 other combined schools in Umtata.
School fees
Cibini Junior Secondary School charges no tuition fees. Plan instead for uniforms, stationery and learner transport.
Public combined school (Grades R–12); fees regulated by the SA Schools Act.
Fee questions
How much are school fees at Cibini Junior Secondary School for 2027?
Tuition at Cibini Junior Secondary School for the 2027 academic year is R0; the school is officially classified as no-fee (Q2) by the Department of Basic Education in the Or Tambo Inland district. Parents may still need to cover uniform and stationery costs; phone 083 622 3904 for specifics.
Is Cibini Junior Secondary School a no-fee school?
Yes, Cibini Junior Secondary School is officially a no-fee school (Q2), recognised as such by the Department of Basic Education in the Or Tambo Inland district. No tuition is charged to any of its 338 learners.
What is the quintile of Cibini Junior Secondary School and what does it mean for fees?
Classified as Q2 by the Department of Basic Education, Cibini Junior Secondary School falls within the no-fee category, meaning the 338 learners attending here in Umtata, Mthatha, Eastern Cape pay no school fees.
How to apply
Applications to Cibini Junior Secondary School for Grade R, Grade 1 or Grade 8 are submitted directly at the Cibini Junior Secondary School school office in the Or Tambo Inland education district. Below is the step-by-step process specific to Eastern Cape.
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Confirm availability with Cibini Junior Secondary School
Call 083 622 3904 to confirm whether Cibini Junior Secondary School has open places for the year you're applying.
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Start the application
Collect the official application form from Ngquqha A/A,Mthatha,5099 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 Cibini Junior Secondary School during the school's published admission window.
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Pay any required deposits or fees
Cibini Junior Secondary School is a no-fee school (Q2), so no tuition is payable. Budget for uniforms and stationery.
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Confirm placement and enrol
Wait for confirmation from Cibini Junior Secondary School. If declined, you may appeal at the Or Tambo Inland 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 Cibini Junior Secondary School for the next school year?
To apply to Cibini Junior Secondary School for the next academic year, collect and submit the application form directly at Cibini Junior Secondary School. In the Eastern Cape, applications are made directly at the school office and confirmed by the district. For confirmation of available places, contact Cibini Junior Secondary School via phone 083 622 3904.
What documents do I need to apply at Cibini Junior Secondary School?
Cibini Junior Secondary School requires the following documents for admission: • 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) Contact Cibini Junior Secondary School (phone 083 622 3904) for any school-specific requirements.