Overview
Marina Secondary School is a public secondary school (Grades 8–12) located in Bizana, Eastern Cape, South Africa. It currently enrols 1,256 learners and is staffed by 42 educators (a learner-to-educator ratio of approximately 30:1), 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 87.4% (195 of 223 candidates).
Marina Secondary School Matric Performance
Since 2023, Marina Secondary School has remained fairly steady, moving from a 85.8% pass rate to 87.4% in 2025, the most recent year, 223 learners sat the exam.
| Year | Wrote | Achieved | Pass rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 223 | 195 | 87.4% |
| 2024 | 249 | 218 | 87.6% |
| 2023 | 232 | 199 | 85.8% |
Source: 2025 NSC School Performance Report (DBE). Centre: Marina Comprehensiive High School (4241016).
Subject pass rates
Marina Secondary School offered 11 subjects at NSC level in 2025, achieving an overall subject pass rate of 87.9%. English (FAL) performed strongest at 100.0%, while Mathematics was the weakest at 63.4%. 1 subject recorded a 100% pass rate (English (FAL)).
| Subject | Wrote | Achieved | 2025 pass rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mathematics | 101 | 64 |
63.4%
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| Mathematical Literacy | 123 | 91 |
74.0%
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| Physical Sciences | 73 | 57 |
78.1%
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| Life Sciences | 73 | 72 |
98.6%
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| English (FAL) | 223 | 223 |
100.0%
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| Accounting | 30 | 25 |
83.3%
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| Business Studies | 87 | 86 |
98.9%
|
| Economics | 30 | 23 |
76.7%
|
| Geography | 84 | 67 |
79.8%
|
| History | 121 | 120 |
99.2%
|
| Agricultural Sciences | 48 | 45 |
93.8%
|
Benchmark against nearby schools
Compared with 26 other secondary schools in Bizana.
Marina Secondary School's 2025 pass rate is 8.3 percentage points above the average for comparable schools in the area.
School fees
Marina 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 Marina Secondary School for 2027?
Tuition at Marina Secondary School for the 2027 academic year is R0; the school is officially classified as no-fee (Q1) by the Department of Basic Education in the Alfred Nzo East district. Parents may still need to cover uniform and stationery costs; phone 078 831 8279 for specifics.
Is Marina Secondary School a no-fee school?
Yes, Marina Secondary School is officially a no-fee school (Q1), recognised as such by the Department of Basic Education in the Alfred Nzo East district. No tuition is charged to any of its 1,256 learners.
What is the quintile of Marina Secondary School and what does it mean for fees?
As a Q1 public secondary school (Grades 8–12) in the Alfred Nzo East district, Marina Secondary School is funded entirely by the state under the no-fee policy applied to Quintiles 1 through 3.
How to apply
To enrol your child at Marina Secondary School, families in Eastern Cape apply directly at the Marina Secondary School school office. The exact Grade 8 (and other grade transfers) process in the Alfred Nzo East education district is summarised below.
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Confirm availability with Marina Secondary School
Call 078 831 8279 to confirm whether Marina Secondary School has open places for the year you're applying.
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Start the application
Collect the official application form from Umgungundlovu A/A,Seaview Loction,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 Marina Secondary School during the school's published admission window.
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Pay any required deposits or fees
Marina 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 Marina 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 Marina Secondary School for the next school year?
To apply to Marina Secondary School for the next academic year, collect and submit the application form directly at Marina 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 Marina Secondary School via phone 078 831 8279.
What documents do I need to apply at Marina Secondary School?
Marina 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 Marina Secondary School (phone 078 831 8279) for any school-specific requirements.