Overview
Prince Mpikanina 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 44 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 Zululand education district and achieved a strong 2025 NSC matric pass rate of 84.7% (166 of 196 candidates).
Prince Mpikanina High School Matric Performance
Prince Mpikanina High School's NSC pass rate has improved over the past 3 years, from 70.6% in 2023 to 84.7% in 2025 (196 candidates writing in 2025).
| Year | Wrote | Achieved | Pass rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 196 | 166 | 84.7% |
| 2024 | 152 | 143 | 94.1% |
| 2023 | 255 | 180 | 70.6% |
Source: 2025 NSC School Performance Report (DBE). Centre: MPIKANINA H (5112334).
Subject pass rates
Prince Mpikanina High School offered 11 subjects at NSC level in 2025, achieving an overall subject pass rate of 63.6%. Business Studies performed strongest at 100.0%, while Mathematical Literacy was the weakest at 31.3%. 2 subjects recorded a 100% pass rate (Business Studies, History). 2 subjects fell below a 60% pass rate (Mathematics, Mathematical Literacy).
| Subject | Wrote | Achieved | 2025 pass rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mathematics | 22 | 10 |
45.5%
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| Mathematical Literacy | 166 | 52 |
31.3%
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| Physical Sciences | 13 | 12 |
92.3%
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| Life Sciences | 22 | 20 |
90.9%
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| English (FAL) | 200 | 163 |
81.5%
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| Accounting | 5 | 4 |
80.0%
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| Business Studies | 7 | 7 |
100.0%
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| Economics | 8 | 6 |
75.0%
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| Geography | 9 | 7 |
77.8%
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| History | 5 | 5 |
100.0%
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| Agricultural Sciences | 16 | 15 |
93.8%
|
Benchmark against nearby schools
Compared with 29 other secondary schools in Nongoma.
Prince Mpikanina High School's 2025 pass rate is 6.9 percentage points below the average for comparable schools in the area.
School fees
Prince Mpikanina 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 Prince Mpikanina High School for 2027?
Prince Mpikanina 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 1,301 enrolled learners attend at no charge. Budget instead for uniforms, stationery and transport. For voluntary contributions or admission fees, phone 071 505 9208 or email dlaminisamke@gmail.com.
Is Prince Mpikanina High School a no-fee school?
Prince Mpikanina High School is classified no-fee under Q1 and forms part of the state-funded schools serving Nongoma, KwaZulu-Natal. Parents pay no tuition fees.
What is the quintile of Prince Mpikanina High School and what does it mean for fees?
As a Q1 public secondary school (Grades 8–12) in the Zululand district, Prince Mpikanina High School is funded entirely by the state under the no-fee policy applied to Quintiles 1 through 3.
How to apply
Prince Mpikanina High School accepts applications directly with Prince Mpikanina 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 Prince Mpikanina High School
Call 071 505 9208 or email dlaminisamke@gmail.com to confirm whether Prince Mpikanina 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 Prince Mpikanina High School.
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Submit your documents
Submit the completed form and certified copies of all supporting documents to Prince Mpikanina High School during the school's published admission window.
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Pay any required deposits or fees
Prince Mpikanina High 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 Prince Mpikanina 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 Prince Mpikanina High School for the next school year?
Prince Mpikanina 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 071 505 9208 or email dlaminisamke@gmail.com to confirm openings in the Zululand district.
What documents do I need to apply at Prince Mpikanina High School?
When applying to Prince Mpikanina 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 Prince Mpikanina High School depending on the grade; confirm via phone 071 505 9208 or email dlaminisamke@gmail.com.