Overview
Cibeni Senior Secondary School is a public secondary school (Grades 8–12) located in Libode, Nyandeni, Eastern Cape, South Africa. It currently enrols 1,002 learners and is staffed by 43 educators (a learner-to-educator ratio of approximately 23:1), and is officially classified as a no-fee school under Q1. It falls within the Or Tambo Coastal education district and achieved a moderate 2025 NSC matric pass rate of 72.5% (174 of 240 candidates).
Cibeni Senior Secondary School Matric Performance
Cibeni Senior Secondary School's NSC pass rate has improved over the past 3 years, from 51.3% in 2023 to 72.5% in 2025 (240 candidates writing in 2025).
| Year | Wrote | Achieved | Pass rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 240 | 174 | 72.5% |
| 2024 | 344 | 182 | 52.9% |
| 2023 | 376 | 193 | 51.3% |
Source: 2025 NSC School Performance Report (DBE). Centre: Cibeni Senior Secondary School (4281006).
Subject pass rates
Cibeni Senior Secondary School offered 11 subjects at NSC level in 2025, achieving an overall subject pass rate of 76.1%. Agricultural Sciences performed strongest at 100.0%, while Mathematics was the weakest at 39.1%. 1 subject recorded a 100% pass rate (Agricultural Sciences). 3 subjects fell below a 60% pass rate (Mathematics, Mathematical Literacy, Accounting).
| Subject | Wrote | Achieved | 2025 pass rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mathematics | 87 | 34 |
39.1%
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| Mathematical Literacy | 154 | 92 |
59.7%
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| Physical Sciences | 86 | 53 |
61.6%
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| Life Sciences | 86 | 74 |
86.0%
|
| English (FAL) | 241 | 233 |
96.7%
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| Accounting | 20 | 8 |
40.0%
|
| Business Studies | 20 | 17 |
85.0%
|
| Economics | 20 | 15 |
75.0%
|
| Geography | 57 | 52 |
91.2%
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| History | 135 | 105 |
77.8%
|
| Agricultural Sciences | 29 | 29 |
100.0%
|
Benchmark against nearby schools
Compared with 6 other secondary schools in Libode.
Cibeni Senior Secondary School's 2025 pass rate is 7.3 percentage points below the average for comparable schools in the area.
School fees
Cibeni 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 Cibeni Senior Secondary School for 2027?
Cibeni Senior Secondary School is a no-fee public secondary school (Grades 8–12) in Libode, Nyandeni, Eastern Cape, so parents pay no tuition fees for 2027. All 1,002 enrolled learners attend at no charge. Budget instead for uniforms, stationery, transport and excursions. For voluntary contributions or admission fees, phone 083 687 9113.
Is Cibeni Senior Secondary School a no-fee school?
Cibeni Senior Secondary School is classified no-fee under Q1 and forms part of the state-funded schools serving Libode, Nyandeni, Eastern Cape. Parents pay no tuition fees.
What is the quintile of Cibeni Senior Secondary School and what does it mean for fees?
Classified as Q1 by the Department of Basic Education, Cibeni Senior Secondary School falls within the no-fee category, meaning the 1,002 learners attending here in Libode, Nyandeni, Eastern Cape pay no school fees.
How to apply
To enrol your child at Cibeni Senior Secondary School, families in Eastern Cape apply directly at the Cibeni Senior Secondary School school office. The exact Grade 8 (and other grade transfers) process in the Or Tambo Coastal education district is summarised below.
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Confirm availability with Cibeni Senior Secondary School
Call 083 687 9113 to confirm whether Cibeni 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 Cibeni Location, Libode, 5160 or download it from the Eastern Cape Department of Education website.
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Submit your documents
Submit the completed form and certified copies of all supporting documents to Cibeni Senior Secondary School during the school's published admission window.
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Pay any required deposits or fees
Cibeni Senior 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 Cibeni Senior Secondary School. If declined, you may appeal at the Or Tambo Coastal district office under the Eastern Cape 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 Cibeni Senior Secondary School for the next school year?
Cibeni Senior Secondary School processes applications at the school office. In the Eastern Cape, applications are made directly at the school office and confirmed by the district. Reach the school directly via phone 083 687 9113 to confirm openings in the Or Tambo Coastal district.
What documents do I need to apply at Cibeni Senior Secondary School?
When applying to Cibeni Senior Secondary 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 Cibeni Senior Secondary School depending on the grade; confirm via phone 083 687 9113.