Overview
Mangala Senior Secondary School is a public secondary school (Grades 8–12) located in Southernwood, Libode, Eastern Cape, South Africa. It currently enrols 1,069 learners and is staffed by 30 educators (a learner-to-educator ratio of approximately 36:1), and is officially classified as a no-fee school under Q3. It falls within the Or Tambo Coastal education district and achieved an excellent 2025 NSC matric pass rate of 92.4% (158 of 171 candidates).
Mangala Senior Secondary School Matric Performance
Mangala Senior Secondary School's NSC pass rate has improved over the past 3 years, from 88.9% in 2023 to 92.4% in 2025 (171 candidates writing in 2025).
| Year | Wrote | Achieved | Pass rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 171 | 158 | 92.4% |
| 2024 | 215 | 185 | 86.0% |
| 2023 | 217 | 193 | 88.9% |
Source: 2025 NSC School Performance Report (DBE). Centre: Mangala Senior Secondary School (4281023).
Subject pass rates
Mangala Senior Secondary School offered 11 subjects at NSC level in 2025, achieving an overall subject pass rate of 93.0%. Business Studies performed strongest at 100.0%, while Agricultural Sciences was the weakest at 73.3%. 2 subjects recorded a 100% pass rate (Business Studies, Economics).
| Subject | Wrote | Achieved | 2025 pass rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mathematics | 86 | 78 |
90.7%
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| Mathematical Literacy | 87 | 72 |
82.8%
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| Physical Sciences | 73 | 71 |
97.3%
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| Life Sciences | 148 | 131 |
88.5%
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| English (FAL) | 171 | 160 |
93.6%
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| Accounting | 25 | 24 |
96.0%
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| Business Studies | 25 | 25 |
100.0%
|
| Economics | 25 | 25 |
100.0%
|
| Geography | 133 | 132 |
99.2%
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| History | 75 | 74 |
98.7%
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| Agricultural Sciences | 15 | 11 |
73.3%
|
Benchmark against nearby schools
Compared with 9 other secondary schools in Libode.
Mangala Senior Secondary School's 2025 pass rate is 9.5 percentage points above the average for comparable schools in the area.
School fees
Mangala Senior Secondary School charges no tuition fees. Plan instead for uniforms, stationery, transport and outings.
Public secondary school (Grades 8–12); fees regulated by the SA Schools Act.
Fee questions
How much are school fees at Mangala Senior Secondary School for 2027?
Mangala Senior Secondary School is a no-fee public secondary school (Grades 8–12) in Southernwood, Libode, Eastern Cape, so parents pay no tuition fees for 2027. All 1,069 enrolled learners attend at no charge. Budget instead for uniforms, stationery, transport and excursions. For voluntary contributions or admission fees, phone 071 934 9340.
Is Mangala Senior Secondary School a no-fee school?
Mangala Senior Secondary School is classified no-fee under Q3 and forms part of the state-funded schools serving Southernwood, Libode, Eastern Cape. Parents pay no tuition fees.
What is the quintile of Mangala Senior Secondary School and what does it mean for fees?
As a Q3 public secondary school (Grades 8–12) in the Or Tambo Coastal district, Mangala Senior Secondary School is funded entirely by the state under the no-fee policy applied to Quintiles 1 through 3.
How to apply
Applications to Mangala Senior Secondary School for Grade 8 (and other grade transfers) are submitted directly at the Mangala Senior Secondary School school office in the Or Tambo Coastal education district. Below is the step-by-step process specific to Eastern Cape.
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Confirm availability with Mangala Senior Secondary School
Call 071 934 9340 to confirm whether Mangala Senior Secondary School has open places for the year you're applying.
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Start the application
Collect the official application form from Zanbukwana a/a, Libode, 5100 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 Mangala Senior Secondary School during the school's published admission window.
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Pay any required deposits or fees
Mangala Senior Secondary School is a no-fee school (Q3), so no tuition is payable. Budget for uniforms and stationery.
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Confirm placement and enrol
Wait for confirmation from Mangala Senior Secondary School. If declined, you may appeal at the Or Tambo Coastal 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 Mangala Senior Secondary School for the next school year?
Mangala Senior 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 phone 071 934 9340 to confirm openings in the Or Tambo Coastal district.
What documents do I need to apply at Mangala Senior Secondary School?
When applying to Mangala Senior 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 Mangala Senior Secondary School depending on the grade; confirm via phone 071 934 9340.