Overview
Ubuhle Buzile Secondary School is a public secondary school (Grades 8–12) located in Piet Retief, Piet Retief, Mpumalanga, South Africa. It currently enrols 2,143 learners and is staffed by 62 educators (a learner-to-educator ratio of approximately 35:1), and is officially classified as a no-fee school under Q1. It falls within the Gert Sibande education district and achieved an excellent 2025 NSC matric pass rate of 91.1% (296 of 325 candidates).
Ubuhle Buzile Secondary School Matric Performance
Since 2023, Ubuhle Buzile Secondary School has improved, moving from a 76.8% pass rate to 91.1% in 2025, the most recent year, 325 learners sat the exam.
| Year | Wrote | Achieved | Pass rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 325 | 296 | 91.1% |
| 2024 | 285 | 257 | 90.2% |
| 2023 | 319 | 245 | 76.8% |
Source: 2025 NSC School Performance Report (DBE). Centre: UBUHLEBUZILE SECONDARY SCHOOL (6121010).
Subject pass rates
Ubuhle Buzile Secondary School offered 10 subjects at NSC level in 2025, achieving an overall subject pass rate of 92.2%. English (FAL) performed strongest at 99.7%, while Economics was the weakest at 73.5%.
| Subject | Wrote | Achieved | 2025 pass rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mathematics | 96 | 79 |
82.3%
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| Mathematical Literacy | 229 | 221 |
96.5%
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| Physical Sciences | 96 | 85 |
88.5%
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| Life Sciences | 209 | 187 |
89.5%
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| English (FAL) | 325 | 324 |
99.7%
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| Business Studies | 34 | 32 |
94.1%
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| Economics | 34 | 25 |
73.5%
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| Geography | 166 | 163 |
98.2%
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| History | 82 | 76 |
92.7%
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| Agricultural Sciences | 113 | 84 |
74.3%
|
Benchmark against nearby schools
Compared with 5 other secondary schools in Piet Retief.
Ubuhle Buzile Secondary School's 2025 pass rate is 8.1 percentage points above the average for comparable schools in the area.
School fees
Ubuhle Buzile 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 Ubuhle Buzile Secondary School for 2027?
Tuition at Ubuhle Buzile Secondary School for the 2027 academic year is R0; the school is officially classified as no-fee (Q1) by the Department of Basic Education in the Gert Sibande district. Parents may still need to cover uniform and stationery costs; phone 082 674 3171 for specifics.
Is Ubuhle Buzile Secondary School a no-fee school?
Yes, Ubuhle Buzile Secondary School is officially a no-fee school (Q1), recognised as such by the Department of Basic Education in the Gert Sibande district. No tuition is charged to any of its 2,143 learners.
What is the quintile of Ubuhle Buzile Secondary School and what does it mean for fees?
As a Q1 public secondary school (Grades 8–12) in the Gert Sibande district, Ubuhle Buzile Secondary School is funded entirely by the state under the no-fee policy applied to Quintiles 1 through 3.
How to apply
To enrol your child at Ubuhle Buzile Secondary School, families in Mpumalanga apply directly at the Ubuhle Buzile Secondary School school office. The exact Grade 8 (and other grade transfers) process in the Gert Sibande education district is summarised below.
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Confirm availability with Ubuhle Buzile Secondary School
Call 082 674 3171 to confirm whether Ubuhle Buzile Secondary School has open places for the year you're applying.
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Start the application
Collect the official application form from 6641 Phola Park eThandukukhanya PIET RETIEF, , PIET RETIEF, 2380 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 Ubuhle Buzile Secondary School during the school's published admission window.
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Pay any required deposits or fees
Ubuhle Buzile Secondary 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 Ubuhle Buzile Secondary School. If declined, you may appeal at the Gert Sibande 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 Ubuhle Buzile Secondary School for the next school year?
To apply to Ubuhle Buzile Secondary School for the next academic year, collect and submit the application form directly at Ubuhle Buzile Secondary School. Mpumalanga admissions are submitted at the school during the official admission window. For confirmation of available places, contact Ubuhle Buzile Secondary School via phone 082 674 3171.
What documents do I need to apply at Ubuhle Buzile Secondary School?
Ubuhle Buzile 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 Ubuhle Buzile Secondary School (phone 082 674 3171) for any school-specific requirements.