Overview
Shobiyana Senior Secondary School is a public secondary school (Grades 8–12) located in Acornhoek, Acornhoek, Mpumalanga, South Africa. It currently enrols 1,895 learners and is staffed by 67 educators (a learner-to-educator ratio of approximately 28:1), and is officially classified as a no-fee school under Q3. It falls within the Bohlabela education district and achieved a moderate 2025 NSC matric pass rate of 78.0% (206 of 264 candidates).
Shobiyana Senior Secondary School Matric Performance
Since 2023, Shobiyana Senior Secondary School has improved, moving from a 62.8% pass rate to 78.0% in 2025, the most recent year, 264 learners sat the exam.
| Year | Wrote | Achieved | Pass rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 264 | 206 | 78.0% |
| 2024 | 282 | 176 | 62.4% |
| 2023 | 325 | 204 | 62.8% |
Source: 2025 NSC School Performance Report (DBE). Centre: SHOBIYANA SENIOR SECONDARY SCHOOL (6415705).
Subject pass rates
Shobiyana Senior Secondary School offered 11 subjects at NSC level in 2025, achieving an overall subject pass rate of 69.6%. Geography performed strongest at 100.0%, while Mathematics was the weakest at 33.3%. 1 subject recorded a 100% pass rate (Geography). 5 subjects fell below a 60% pass rate.
| Subject | Wrote | Achieved | 2025 pass rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mathematics | 102 | 34 |
33.3%
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| Mathematical Literacy | 163 | 121 |
74.2%
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| Physical Sciences | 102 | 37 |
36.3%
|
| Life Sciences | 103 | 80 |
77.7%
|
| English (FAL) | 265 | 256 |
96.6%
|
| Accounting | 15 | 8 |
53.3%
|
| Business Studies | 31 | 26 |
83.9%
|
| Economics | 31 | 20 |
64.5%
|
| Geography | 40 | 40 |
100.0%
|
| History | 165 | 92 |
55.8%
|
| Agricultural Sciences | 59 | 35 |
59.3%
|
Benchmark against nearby schools
Compared with 11 other secondary schools in Acornhoek.
Shobiyana Senior Secondary School's 2025 pass rate is 0.6 percentage points above the average for comparable schools in the area.
School fees
Shobiyana Senior 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 Shobiyana Senior Secondary School for 2027?
Tuition at Shobiyana Senior Secondary School for the 2027 academic year is R0; the school is officially classified as no-fee (Q3) by the Department of Basic Education in the Bohlabela district. Parents may still need to cover uniform and stationery costs; phone 081 453 3747 for specifics.
Is Shobiyana Senior Secondary School a no-fee school?
Yes, Shobiyana Senior Secondary School is officially a no-fee school (Q3), recognised as such by the Department of Basic Education in the Bohlabela district. No tuition is charged to any of its 1,895 learners.
What is the quintile of Shobiyana Senior Secondary School and what does it mean for fees?
As a Q3 public secondary school (Grades 8–12) in the Bohlabela district, Shobiyana Senior Secondary School is funded entirely by the state under the no-fee policy applied to Quintiles 1 through 3.
How to apply
Shobiyana Senior Secondary School accepts applications directly at the Shobiyana Senior Secondary School school office in the Bohlabela education district. The steps and documents required for Grade 8 (and other grade transfers) are detailed below.
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Confirm availability with Shobiyana Senior Secondary School
Call 081 453 3747 to confirm whether Shobiyana Senior Secondary School has open places for the year you're applying.
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Start the application
Collect the official application form from tintswalo village stand no 789, , acornhoek, 1360 or download it from the Mpumalanga Department of Education website.
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Submit your documents
Submit the completed form and certified copies of all supporting documents to Shobiyana Senior Secondary School during the school's published admission window.
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Pay any required deposits or fees
Shobiyana Senior Secondary School is a no-fee school (Q3), so no tuition is payable. Budget for uniforms and stationery.
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Confirm placement and enrol
Wait for confirmation from Shobiyana Senior Secondary School. If declined, you may appeal at the Bohlabela district office under the Mpumalanga 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 Shobiyana Senior Secondary School for the next school year?
To apply to Shobiyana Senior Secondary School for the next academic year, collect and submit the application form directly at Shobiyana Senior Secondary School. Mpumalanga admissions are submitted at the school during the official admission window. For confirmation of available places, contact Shobiyana Senior Secondary School via phone 081 453 3747.
What documents do I need to apply at Shobiyana Senior Secondary School?
Shobiyana Senior Secondary 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 Shobiyana Senior Secondary School (phone 081 453 3747) for any school-specific requirements.