Overview
Kwamsikwa Junior Secondary School is a public secondary school (Grades 8–12) located in Lusikisiki, Eastern Cape, South Africa. It currently enrols 1,244 learners and is staffed by 33 educators (a learner-to-educator ratio of approximately 38:1), and is officially classified as a no-fee school under Q1. It falls within the Or Tambo Coastal education district and achieved an excellent 2025 NSC matric pass rate of 93.8% (167 of 178 candidates).
Kwamsikwa Junior Secondary School Matric Performance
Kwamsikwa Junior Secondary School's NSC pass rate has improved over the past 3 years, from 84.0% in 2023 to 93.8% in 2025 (178 candidates writing in 2025).
| Year | Wrote | Achieved | Pass rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 178 | 167 | 93.8% |
| 2024 | 131 | 129 | 98.5% |
| 2023 | 125 | 105 | 84.0% |
Source: 2025 NSC School Performance Report (DBE). Centre: Kwa-Msikwa High School (4281081).
Subject pass rates
Kwamsikwa Junior Secondary School offered 11 subjects at NSC level in 2025, achieving an overall subject pass rate of 89.9%. Business Studies performed strongest at 100.0%, while Mathematics was the weakest at 61.0%. 2 subjects recorded a 100% pass rate (Business Studies, Economics).
| Subject | Wrote | Achieved | 2025 pass rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mathematics | 77 | 47 |
61.0%
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| Mathematical Literacy | 101 | 91 |
90.1%
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| Physical Sciences | 55 | 45 |
81.8%
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| Life Sciences | 114 | 95 |
83.3%
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| English (FAL) | 178 | 176 |
98.9%
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| Accounting | 22 | 20 |
90.9%
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| Business Studies | 22 | 22 |
100.0%
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| Economics | 22 | 22 |
100.0%
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| Geography | 156 | 152 |
97.4%
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| History | 101 | 98 |
97.0%
|
| Agricultural Sciences | 97 | 82 |
84.5%
|
Benchmark against nearby schools
Compared with 20 other secondary schools in Lusikisiki.
Kwamsikwa Junior Secondary School's 2025 pass rate is 12.7 percentage points above the average for comparable schools in the area.
School fees
Kwamsikwa Junior Secondary School charges no tuition fees. Plan instead for uniforms, stationery and learner transport.
Public secondary school (Grades 8–12); fees regulated by the SA Schools Act.
Fee questions
How much are school fees at Kwamsikwa Junior Secondary School for 2027?
Kwamsikwa Junior Secondary School is a no-fee public secondary school (Grades 8–12) in Lusikisiki, Eastern Cape, so parents pay no tuition fees for 2027. All 1,244 enrolled learners attend at no charge. Budget instead for uniforms, stationery and transport. For voluntary contributions or admission fees, contact the school office.
Is Kwamsikwa Junior Secondary School a no-fee school?
Kwamsikwa Junior Secondary School is classified no-fee under Q1 and forms part of the state-funded schools serving Lusikisiki, Eastern Cape. Parents pay no tuition fees.
What is the quintile of Kwamsikwa Junior Secondary School and what does it mean for fees?
As a Q1 public secondary school (Grades 8–12) in the Or Tambo Coastal district, Kwamsikwa Junior Secondary School is funded entirely by the state under the no-fee policy applied to Quintiles 1 through 3.
How to apply
Kwamsikwa Junior Secondary School accepts applications directly at the Kwamsikwa Junior Secondary School school office in the Or Tambo Coastal education district. The steps and documents required for Grade 8 (and other grade transfers) are detailed below.
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Confirm availability with Kwamsikwa Junior Secondary School
Contact Kwamsikwa Junior Secondary 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 Goqwana A/Area,Goqwana A/A,Lusikisiki,4820 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 Kwamsikwa Junior Secondary School during the school's published admission window.
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Pay any required deposits or fees
Kwamsikwa Junior 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 Kwamsikwa Junior 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 Kwamsikwa Junior Secondary School for the next school year?
Kwamsikwa Junior 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 the school office to confirm openings in the Or Tambo Coastal district.
What documents do I need to apply at Kwamsikwa Junior Secondary School?
When applying to Kwamsikwa Junior 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 Kwamsikwa Junior Secondary School depending on the grade; confirm via the school office.