Overview
Nirvana Secondary School is a public secondary school (Grades 8–12) located in Johannesburg, Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa. It currently enrols 1,193 learners and is staffed by 37 educators (a learner-to-educator ratio of approximately 32:1), operating as a fee-charging school (Q5). It falls within the Johannesburg Central education district and achieved an excellent 2025 NSC matric pass rate of 91.3% (168 of 184 candidates).
Nirvana Secondary School Matric Performance
Since 2023, Nirvana Secondary School has improved, moving from a 82.1% pass rate to 91.3% in 2025, the most recent year, 184 learners sat the exam.
| Year | Wrote | Achieved | Pass rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 184 | 168 | 91.3% |
| 2024 | 191 | 164 | 85.9% |
| 2023 | 179 | 147 | 82.1% |
Source: 2025 NSC School Performance Report (DBE). Centre: NIRVANA SECONDARY SCHOOL (8110262).
Subject pass rates
Nirvana Secondary School offered 8 subjects at NSC level in 2025, achieving an overall subject pass rate of 85.2%. History performed strongest at 99.2%, while Mathematics was the weakest at 44.0%. 1 subject fell below a 60% pass rate (Mathematics).
| Subject | Wrote | Achieved | 2025 pass rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mathematics | 116 | 51 |
44.0%
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| Mathematical Literacy | 68 | 67 |
98.5%
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| Physical Sciences | 58 | 43 |
74.1%
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| Life Sciences | 113 | 108 |
95.6%
|
| Accounting | 30 | 26 |
86.7%
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| Business Studies | 55 | 54 |
98.2%
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| Geography | 67 | 65 |
97.0%
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| History | 130 | 129 |
99.2%
|
Benchmark against nearby schools
Compared with 51 other secondary schools in Johannesburg.
Nirvana Secondary School's 2025 pass rate is 0.8 percentage points above the average for comparable schools in the area.
School fees
Q5 fees vary widely. Confirm Nirvana Secondary School's 2027 fee schedule directly with the school office.
Public secondary school (Grades 8–12); fees regulated by the SA Schools Act.
Fee questions
How much are school fees at Nirvana Secondary School for 2027?
For 2027, Nirvana Secondary School (Q5) falls within a r8,000 – r45,000+ per year (typical range) band and serves 1,193 learners in the Johannesburg Central district. The SGB sets the precise fee annually; phone 011 852 2204 for the published amount.
Is Nirvana Secondary School a no-fee school?
No, Nirvana Secondary School is a fee-charging school (Q5) in the Johannesburg Central district. Annual fees are set by the SGB and apply to all enrolled learners.
What is the quintile of Nirvana Secondary School and what does it mean for fees?
Nirvana Secondary School is a Quintile 5 school (the top funding band), typically associated with the highest fees among public schools. Located in Johannesburg, Lenasia, Gauteng in the Johannesburg Central district, the SGB sets the fee schedule annually based on facilities, staffing and programmes offered.
How to apply
To enrol your child at Nirvana Secondary School, families in Gauteng apply via the GDE Online Admissions online system, with confirmation handled by Nirvana Secondary School. The exact Grade 8 (and other grade transfers) process in the Johannesburg Central education district is summarised below.
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Confirm availability with Nirvana Secondary School
Call 011 852 2204 to confirm whether Nirvana Secondary School has open places for the year you're applying.
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Start the application
Register on the GDE Online Admissions portal when applications open and select Nirvana Secondary School as a preferred school.
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Submit your documents
Upload all required documents to the GDE Online Admissions portal before the published cut-off and keep your reference number.
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Pay any required deposits or fees
If accepted, Nirvana Secondary School (an SGB-funded school) may require a registration deposit. The exact amount is confirmed by the school.
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Confirm placement and enrol
Check your GDE Online Admissions dashboard for the placement outcome. If accepted, complete on-site registration at Nirvana Secondary School.
- 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 Nirvana Secondary School for the next school year?
To apply to Nirvana Secondary School for the next academic year, register on the GDE Online Admissions portal during the official admission window and select Nirvana Secondary School as a preferred school. GDE Online Admissions for Grade 1 and Grade 8 typically opens around July of the preceding year. For confirmation of available places, contact Nirvana Secondary School via phone 011 852 2204.
What documents do I need to apply at Nirvana Secondary School?
Nirvana 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 Nirvana Secondary School (phone 011 852 2204) for any school-specific requirements and to verify what must be uploaded to the GDE Online Admissions.