Overview
Sibusisiwe Comprehensive Technical High School is a public secondary school (Grades 8–12) located in Umbumbulu, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa. It currently enrols 1,718 learners and is staffed by 57 educators (a learner-to-educator ratio of approximately 30:1), operating as a fee-charging school (Q4). It falls within the Umlazi education district and achieved an excellent 2025 NSC matric pass rate of 100.0% (267 of 267 candidates).
Sibusisiwe Comprehensive Technical High School Matric Performance
Sibusisiwe Comprehensive Technical High School's NSC pass rate has remained fairly steady over the past 3 years, from 100.0% in 2023 to 100.0% in 2025 (267 candidates writing in 2025).
| Year | Wrote | Achieved | Pass rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 267 | 267 | 100.0% |
| 2024 | 306 | 306 | 100.0% |
| 2023 | 231 | 231 | 100.0% |
Source: 2025 NSC School Performance Report (DBE). Centre: SIBUSISIWE COMPREHENSIVE TECHNICAL H (5411331).
Subject pass rates
Sibusisiwe Comprehensive Technical High School offered 10 subjects at NSC level in 2025, achieving an overall subject pass rate of 96.8%. Mathematical Literacy performed strongest at 100.0%, while Mathematics was the weakest at 86.3%. 8 subjects recorded a 100% pass rate.
| Subject | Wrote | Achieved | 2025 pass rate |
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| Mathematics | 175 | 151 |
86.3%
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| Mathematical Literacy | 93 | 93 |
100.0%
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| Physical Sciences | 147 | 128 |
87.1%
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| Life Sciences | 139 | 139 |
100.0%
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| English (FAL) | 267 | 267 |
100.0%
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| Accounting | 118 | 118 |
100.0%
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| Business Studies | 120 | 120 |
100.0%
|
| Economics | 27 | 27 |
100.0%
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| Geography | 183 | 183 |
100.0%
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| History | 93 | 93 |
100.0%
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Benchmark against nearby schools
Compared with 5 other secondary schools in Umbumbulu.
Sibusisiwe Comprehensive Technical High School's 2025 pass rate is 7.0 percentage points above the average for comparable schools in the area.
School fees
Q4 fees in KwaZulu-Natal typically fall within this band; Sibusisiwe Comprehensive Technical High School's exact 2027 fee is set by the SGB.
Public secondary school (Grades 8–12); fees regulated by the SA Schools Act.
Fee questions
How much are school fees at Sibusisiwe Comprehensive Technical High School for 2027?
Sibusisiwe Comprehensive Technical High School is a fee-charging public school in the Umlazi district. Indicative 2027 fees: R1,500 – R8,000 per year (typical range). Exact fees are confirmed by the School Governing Body before the school year begins. To get the official 2027 fee schedule, phone 031 915 0202.
Is Sibusisiwe Comprehensive Technical High School a no-fee school?
Sibusisiwe Comprehensive Technical High School does charge school fees as a Q4 school. The amount is reviewed and approved annually by the School Governing Body.
What is the quintile of Sibusisiwe Comprehensive Technical High School and what does it mean for fees?
As a Quintile 4 secondary school (Grades 8–12) in Umbumbulu, KwaZulu-Natal, Sibusisiwe Comprehensive Technical High School receives a partial state subsidy and supplements its budget with fees set annually by the School Governing Body.
How to apply
Applications to Sibusisiwe Comprehensive Technical High School for Grade 8 (and other grade transfers) are submitted directly with Sibusisiwe Comprehensive Technical High School and confirmed through the KZN Department of Education in the Umlazi education district. Below is the step-by-step process specific to KwaZulu-Natal.
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Confirm availability with Sibusisiwe Comprehensive Technical High School
Call 031 915 0202 to confirm whether Sibusisiwe Comprehensive Technical 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 Sibusisiwe Comprehensive Technical High School.
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Submit your documents
Submit the completed form and certified copies of all supporting documents to Sibusisiwe Comprehensive Technical High School during the school's published admission window.
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Pay any required deposits or fees
If accepted, Sibusisiwe Comprehensive Technical High 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
Wait for confirmation from Sibusisiwe Comprehensive Technical High School. If declined, you may appeal at the Umlazi 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 Sibusisiwe Comprehensive Technical High School for the next school year?
Sibusisiwe Comprehensive Technical 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 031 915 0202 to confirm openings in the Umlazi district.
What documents do I need to apply at Sibusisiwe Comprehensive Technical High School?
When applying to Sibusisiwe Comprehensive Technical 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 Sibusisiwe Comprehensive Technical High School depending on the grade; confirm via phone 031 915 0202.