Overview
Phumanyova High School is a public secondary school (Grades 8–12) located in Nongoma, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa. It currently enrols 1,650 learners and is staffed by 67 educators (a learner-to-educator ratio of approximately 25:1), 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 100.0% (329 of 329 candidates).
Phumanyova High School Matric Performance
Phumanyova High School's NSC pass rate has remained fairly steady over the past 3 years, from 98.8% in 2023 to 100.0% in 2025 (329 candidates writing in 2025).
| Year | Wrote | Achieved | Pass rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 329 | 329 | 100.0% |
| 2024 | 280 | 279 | 99.6% |
| 2023 | 347 | 343 | 98.8% |
Source: 2025 NSC School Performance Report (DBE). Centre: PHUMANYOVA H (5112345).
Subject pass rates
Phumanyova High School offered 11 subjects at NSC level in 2025, achieving an overall subject pass rate of 97.6%. Physical Sciences performed strongest at 100.0%, while Mathematical Literacy was the weakest at 89.2%. 7 subjects recorded a 100% pass rate.
| Subject | Wrote | Achieved | 2025 pass rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mathematics | 81 | 77 |
95.1%
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| Mathematical Literacy | 232 | 207 |
89.2%
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| Physical Sciences | 36 | 36 |
100.0%
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| Life Sciences | 189 | 189 |
100.0%
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| English (FAL) | 354 | 352 |
99.4%
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| Accounting | 21 | 21 |
100.0%
|
| Business Studies | 21 | 21 |
100.0%
|
| Economics | 21 | 21 |
100.0%
|
| Geography | 130 | 130 |
100.0%
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| History | 189 | 189 |
100.0%
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| Agricultural Sciences | 41 | 40 |
97.6%
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Benchmark against nearby schools
Compared with 29 other secondary schools in Nongoma.
Phumanyova High School's 2025 pass rate is 8.9 percentage points above the average for comparable schools in the area.
School fees
Phumanyova 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 Phumanyova High School for 2027?
Phumanyova High School is a no-fee public secondary school (Grades 8–12) in Nongoma, KwaZulu-Natal, so parents pay no tuition fees for 2027. All 1,650 enrolled learners attend at no charge. Budget instead for uniforms, stationery and transport. For voluntary contributions or admission fees, phone 082 266 0724 or email thabanesibisi6@gmail.com.
Is Phumanyova High School a no-fee school?
Phumanyova High School is classified no-fee under Q2 and forms part of the state-funded schools serving Nongoma, KwaZulu-Natal. Parents pay no tuition fees.
What is the quintile of Phumanyova High School and what does it mean for fees?
Phumanyova 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
To enrol your child at Phumanyova High School, families in KwaZulu-Natal apply directly with Phumanyova High School and confirmed through the KZN Department of Education. The exact Grade 8 (and other grade transfers) process in the Zululand education district is summarised below.
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Confirm availability with Phumanyova High School
Call 082 266 0724 or email thabanesibisi6@gmail.com to confirm whether Phumanyova 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 Phumanyova High School.
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Submit your documents
Submit the completed form and certified copies of all supporting documents to Phumanyova High School during the school's published admission window.
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Pay any required deposits or fees
Phumanyova 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 Phumanyova 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 Phumanyova High School for the next school year?
Phumanyova High 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 082 266 0724 or email thabanesibisi6@gmail.com to confirm openings in the Zululand district.
What documents do I need to apply at Phumanyova High School?
When applying to Phumanyova High 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 Phumanyova High School depending on the grade; confirm via phone 082 266 0724 or email thabanesibisi6@gmail.com.