Overview
Efata Special School is a public special-needs school located in Dicoliny Area, Mthatha, Eastern Cape, South Africa. It currently enrols 303 learners and is staffed by 55 educators (a learner-to-educator ratio of approximately 6:1), operating as a fee-charging school. It falls within the Or Tambo Inland education district and achieved a moderate 2025 NSC matric pass rate of 71.4% (10 of 14 candidates).
Efata Special School Matric Performance
Since 2023, Efata Special School has improved, moving from a 60.0% pass rate to 71.4% in 2025, the most recent year, 14 learners sat the exam.
| Year | Wrote | Achieved | Pass rate |
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| 2025 | 14 | 10 | 71.4% |
| 2024 | 11 | 10 | 90.9% |
| 2023 | 15 | 9 | 60.0% |
Source: 2025 NSC School Performance Report (DBE). Centre: Efata School For The Blind & Deaf (4293018).
Benchmark against nearby schools
Compared with 3 other special needs schools in Or Tambo Inland.
School fees
Fees at Efata Special School are confirmed by the SGB before the academic year begins.
Public special-needs school; fees regulated by the SA Schools Act.
Fee questions
How much are school fees at Efata Special School for 2027?
For 2027, Efata Special School falls within a contact the school for exact fees band and serves 303 learners in the Or Tambo Inland district. The SGB sets the precise fee annually; contact the school office for the published amount.
Is Efata Special School a no-fee school?
No, Efata Special School is a fee-charging school in the Or Tambo Inland district. Annual fees are set by the SGB and apply to all enrolled learners.
What is the quintile of Efata Special School and what does it mean for fees?
Quintile classification is not available for Efata Special School. Contact the school for details on its funding category.
How to apply
To enrol your child at Efata Special School, families in Eastern Cape apply directly at the Efata Special School school office. The exact the relevant grade process in the Or Tambo Inland education district is summarised below.
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Confirm availability with Efata Special School
Contact Efata Special School directly to confirm whether places are available for the year you're applying.
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Start the application
Collect the official application form from Queenstown Road,Mthata,5099 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 Efata Special School during the school's published admission window.
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Pay any required deposits or fees
If accepted, Efata Special 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 Efata Special School. If declined, you may appeal at the Or Tambo Inland 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)
Admissions questions
How do I apply to Efata Special School for the next school year?
To apply to Efata Special School for the next academic year, collect and submit the application form directly at Efata Special School. In the Eastern Cape, applications are made directly at the school office and confirmed by the district. For confirmation of available places, contact Efata Special School via the school office.
What documents do I need to apply at Efata Special School?
Efata Special 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 Efata Special School (the school office) for any school-specific requirements.