Overview
McHitheki High School is a public secondary school (Grades 8–12) located in Nongoma, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa. It currently enrols 1,301 learners and is staffed by 48 educators (a learner-to-educator ratio of approximately 27:1), and is officially classified as a no-fee school under Q2. It falls within the Zululand education district and achieved an excellent 2025 NSC matric pass rate of 92.6% (188 of 203 candidates).
McHitheki High School Matric Performance
Since 2023, McHitheki High School has remained fairly steady, moving from a 95.1% pass rate to 92.6% in 2025, the most recent year, 203 learners sat the exam.
| Year | Wrote | Achieved | Pass rate |
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| 2025 | 203 | 188 | 92.6% |
| 2024 | 227 | 206 | 90.7% |
| 2023 | 183 | 174 | 95.1% |
Source: 2025 NSC School Performance Report (DBE). Centre: MCHITHEKI H (5112330).
Subject pass rates
McHitheki High School offered 11 subjects at NSC level in 2025, achieving an overall subject pass rate of 80.1%. English (FAL) performed strongest at 96.1%, while Accounting was the weakest at 37.5%. 2 subjects fell below a 60% pass rate (Mathematics, Accounting).
| Subject | Wrote | Achieved | 2025 pass rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mathematics | 100 | 49 |
49.0%
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| Mathematical Literacy | 103 | 71 |
68.9%
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| Physical Sciences | 75 | 61 |
81.3%
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| Life Sciences | 86 | 81 |
94.2%
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| English (FAL) | 203 | 195 |
96.1%
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| Accounting | 16 | 6 |
37.5%
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| Business Studies | 14 | 12 |
85.7%
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| Economics | 14 | 11 |
78.6%
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| Geography | 103 | 67 |
65.0%
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| History | 103 | 93 |
90.3%
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| Agricultural Sciences | 64 | 60 |
93.8%
|
Benchmark against nearby schools
Compared with 29 other secondary schools in Nongoma.
McHitheki High School's 2025 pass rate is 1.3 percentage points above the average for comparable schools in the area.
School fees
McHitheki High 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 McHitheki High School for 2027?
Tuition at McHitheki High 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 Zululand district. Parents may still need to cover uniform and stationery costs; phone 064 528 5733 or email mthethwax@gmail.com for specifics.
Is McHitheki High School a no-fee school?
Yes, McHitheki High School is officially a no-fee school (Q2), recognised as such by the Department of Basic Education in the Zululand district. No tuition is charged to any of its 1,301 learners.
What is the quintile of McHitheki High School and what does it mean for fees?
McHitheki High School is a Q2 school, the lowest of three quintile bands designated as "no-fee" under the SA Schools Act. Serving the Nongoma, KwaZulu-Natal community in the Zululand district, it receives full state funding and parents are not charged tuition.
How to apply
McHitheki High School accepts applications directly with McHitheki High School and confirmed through the KZN Department of Education in the Zululand education district. The steps and documents required for Grade 8 (and other grade transfers) are detailed below.
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Confirm availability with McHitheki High School
Call 064 528 5733 or email mthethwax@gmail.com to confirm whether McHitheki High 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 McHitheki High School.
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Submit your documents
Submit the completed form and certified copies of all supporting documents to McHitheki High School during the school's published admission window.
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Pay any required deposits or fees
McHitheki High 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 McHitheki High School. If declined, you may appeal at the Zululand 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 McHitheki High School for the next school year?
To apply to McHitheki High School for the next academic year, complete the KZN Department of Education pre-registration and submit the school's own form at McHitheki High School. In KZN, applications are submitted directly to the school and confirmed via the KZN DoE district office. For confirmation of available places, contact McHitheki High School via phone 064 528 5733 or email mthethwax@gmail.com.
What documents do I need to apply at McHitheki High School?
McHitheki High 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 McHitheki High School (phone 064 528 5733 or email mthethwax@gmail.com) for any school-specific requirements.