Overview
Entsikeni Secondary School is a public secondary school (Grades 8–12) located in Po Hoha, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa. It currently enrols 1,279 learners and is staffed by 32 educators (a learner-to-educator ratio of approximately 40:1), and is officially classified as a no-fee school under Q2. It falls within the Harry Gwala education district and achieved an excellent 2025 NSC matric pass rate of 100.0% (250 of 250 candidates).
Entsikeni Secondary School Matric Performance
Entsikeni Secondary School's NSC pass rate has remained fairly steady over the past 3 years, from 100.0% in 2023 to 100.0% in 2025 (250 candidates writing in 2025).
| Year | Wrote | Achieved | Pass rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 250 | 250 | 100.0% |
| 2024 | 159 | 159 | 100.0% |
| 2023 | 161 | 161 | 100.0% |
Source: 2025 NSC School Performance Report (DBE). Centre: ENTSIKENI SS (5313406).
Subject pass rates
Entsikeni Secondary School offered 11 subjects at NSC level in 2025, achieving an overall subject pass rate of 93.9%. English (FAL) performed strongest at 100.0%, while Mathematics was the weakest at 76.1%. 4 subjects recorded a 100% pass rate.
| Subject | Wrote | Achieved | 2025 pass rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mathematics | 134 | 102 |
76.1%
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| Mathematical Literacy | 116 | 112 |
96.6%
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| Physical Sciences | 134 | 103 |
76.9%
|
| Life Sciences | 189 | 188 |
99.5%
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| English (FAL) | 250 | 250 |
100.0%
|
| Accounting | 22 | 17 |
77.3%
|
| Business Studies | 22 | 22 |
100.0%
|
| Economics | 22 | 20 |
90.9%
|
| Geography | 114 | 114 |
100.0%
|
| History | 94 | 94 |
100.0%
|
| Agricultural Sciences | 153 | 152 |
99.3%
|
Benchmark against nearby schools
Compared with 78 other secondary schools in Harry Gwala.
Entsikeni Secondary School's 2025 pass rate is 10.0 percentage points above the average for comparable schools in the area.
School fees
Entsikeni 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 Entsikeni Secondary School for 2027?
Entsikeni Secondary School is a no-fee public secondary school (Grades 8–12) in Po Hoha, KwaZulu-Natal, so parents pay no tuition fees for 2027. All 1,279 enrolled learners attend at no charge. Budget instead for uniforms, stationery, transport and excursions. For voluntary contributions or admission fees, phone 073 108 1033 or email ndlovucollin49@gmail.com.
Is Entsikeni Secondary School a no-fee school?
Entsikeni Secondary School is classified no-fee under Q2 and forms part of the state-funded schools serving Po Hoha, KwaZulu-Natal. Parents pay no tuition fees.
What is the quintile of Entsikeni Secondary School and what does it mean for fees?
Entsikeni Secondary School is a Q2 school, the lowest of three quintile bands designated as "no-fee" under the SA Schools Act. Serving the Po Hoha, KwaZulu-Natal community in the Harry Gwala district, it receives full state funding and parents are not charged tuition.
How to apply
Applications to Entsikeni Secondary School for Grade 8 (and other grade transfers) are submitted directly with Entsikeni Secondary School and confirmed through the KZN Department of Education in the Harry Gwala education district. Below is the step-by-step process specific to KwaZulu-Natal.
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Confirm availability with Entsikeni Secondary School
Call 073 108 1033 or email ndlovucollin49@gmail.com to confirm whether Entsikeni Secondary School has open places for the year you're applying.
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Start the application
Register your details with the KZN Department of Education and submit the application form directly at Entsikeni Secondary School.
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Submit your documents
Submit the completed form and certified copies of all supporting documents to Entsikeni Secondary School during the school's published admission window.
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Pay any required deposits or fees
Entsikeni 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 Entsikeni Secondary School. If declined, you may appeal at the Harry Gwala district office under the KZN 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 Entsikeni Secondary School for the next school year?
Entsikeni Secondary School processes applications through the KZN Department of Education and at the school. In KZN, applications are submitted directly to the school and confirmed via the KZN DoE district office. Reach the school directly via phone 073 108 1033 or email ndlovucollin49@gmail.com to confirm openings in the Harry Gwala district.
What documents do I need to apply at Entsikeni Secondary School?
When applying to Entsikeni 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 Entsikeni Secondary School depending on the grade; confirm via phone 073 108 1033 or email ndlovucollin49@gmail.com.