Overview
Kuyasa Senior Secondary School is a public secondary school (Grades 8–12) located in Qumbu, Mt Fletcher, Eastern Cape, South Africa. It currently enrols 140 learners and is staffed by 11 educators (a learner-to-educator ratio of approximately 13:1), and is officially classified as a no-fee school under Q1. It falls within the Joe Gqabi education district and achieved a strong 2025 NSC matric pass rate of 82.8% (24 of 29 candidates).
Kuyasa Senior Secondary School Matric Performance
Kuyasa Senior Secondary School's NSC pass rate has declined over the past 3 years, from 87.5% in 2023 to 82.8% in 2025 (29 candidates writing in 2025).
| Year | Wrote | Achieved | Pass rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 29 | 24 | 82.8% |
| 2024 | 32 | 29 | 90.6% |
| 2023 | 32 | 28 | 87.5% |
Source: 2025 NSC School Performance Report (DBE). Centre: Kuyasa Senior Secondary School (4271018).
Subject pass rates
Kuyasa Senior Secondary School offered 8 subjects at NSC level in 2025, achieving an overall subject pass rate of 87.7%. Business Studies performed strongest at 100.0%, while Mathematics was the weakest at 50.0%. 2 subjects recorded a 100% pass rate (Business Studies, Agricultural Sciences). 1 subject fell below a 60% pass rate (Mathematics).
| Subject | Wrote | Achieved | 2025 pass rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mathematics | 6 | 3 |
50.0%
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| Mathematical Literacy | 23 | 19 |
82.6%
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| Physical Sciences | 6 | 5 |
83.3%
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| Life Sciences | 18 | 16 |
88.9%
|
| English (FAL) | 29 | 28 |
96.6%
|
| Business Studies | 11 | 11 |
100.0%
|
| Economics | 11 | 7 |
63.6%
|
| Agricultural Sciences | 18 | 18 |
100.0%
|
Benchmark against nearby schools
Compared with 46 other secondary schools in Joe Gqabi.
Kuyasa Senior Secondary School's 2025 pass rate is 6.8 percentage points below the average for comparable schools in the area.
School fees
Kuyasa 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 Kuyasa Senior Secondary School for 2027?
Kuyasa Senior Secondary School is a no-fee public secondary school (Grades 8–12) in Qumbu, Mt Fletcher, Eastern Cape, so parents pay no tuition fees for 2027. All 140 enrolled learners attend at no charge. Budget instead for uniforms, stationery, transport and excursions. For voluntary contributions or admission fees, phone 072 304 9653.
Is Kuyasa Senior Secondary School a no-fee school?
Kuyasa Senior Secondary School is classified no-fee under Q1 and forms part of the state-funded schools serving Qumbu, Mt Fletcher, Eastern Cape. Parents pay no tuition fees.
What is the quintile of Kuyasa Senior Secondary School and what does it mean for fees?
As a Q1 public secondary school (Grades 8–12) in the Joe Gqabi district, Kuyasa Senior Secondary School is funded entirely by the state under the no-fee policy applied to Quintiles 1 through 3.
How to apply
Kuyasa Senior Secondary School accepts applications directly at the Kuyasa Senior Secondary School school office in the Joe Gqabi education district. The steps and documents required for Grade 8 (and other grade transfers) are detailed below.
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Confirm availability with Kuyasa Senior Secondary School
Call 072 304 9653 to confirm whether Kuyasa 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 Upper Nxaxa A/A,Mt Fletcher,4770 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 Kuyasa Senior Secondary School during the school's published admission window.
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Pay any required deposits or fees
Kuyasa 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 Kuyasa Senior Secondary School. If declined, you may appeal at the Joe Gqabi 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 Kuyasa Senior Secondary School for the next school year?
Kuyasa 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 072 304 9653 to confirm openings in the Joe Gqabi district.
What documents do I need to apply at Kuyasa Senior Secondary School?
When applying to Kuyasa 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 Kuyasa Senior Secondary School depending on the grade; confirm via phone 072 304 9653.