Overview
Welsh Senior Secondary School is a public secondary school (Grades 8–12) located in Qumbu, Eastern Cape, South Africa. It currently enrols 633 learners and is staffed by 18 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 Or Tambo Inland education district and achieved a moderate 2025 NSC matric pass rate of 60.0% (42 of 70 candidates).
Welsh Senior Secondary School Matric Performance
Since 2023, Welsh Senior Secondary School has remained fairly steady, moving from a 61.4% pass rate to 60.0% in 2025, the most recent year, 70 learners sat the exam.
| Year | Wrote | Achieved | Pass rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 70 | 42 | 60.0% |
| 2024 | 69 | 43 | 62.3% |
| 2023 | 70 | 43 | 61.4% |
Source: 2025 NSC School Performance Report (DBE). Centre: Welsh Senior Secondary School (4291090).
Subject pass rates
Welsh Senior Secondary School offered 11 subjects at NSC level in 2025, achieving an overall subject pass rate of 75.4%. English (FAL) performed strongest at 100.0%, while Mathematics was the weakest at 25.0%. 3 subjects recorded a 100% pass rate (English (FAL), Business Studies, History). 3 subjects fell below a 60% pass rate (Mathematics, Physical Sciences, Accounting).
| Subject | Wrote | Achieved | 2025 pass rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mathematics | 28 | 7 |
25.0%
|
| Mathematical Literacy | 42 | 35 |
83.3%
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| Physical Sciences | 28 | 14 |
50.0%
|
| Life Sciences | 46 | 35 |
76.1%
|
| English (FAL) | 70 | 70 |
100.0%
|
| Accounting | 24 | 7 |
29.2%
|
| Business Studies | 24 | 24 |
100.0%
|
| Economics | 24 | 15 |
62.5%
|
| Geography | 28 | 26 |
92.9%
|
| History | 18 | 18 |
100.0%
|
| Agricultural Sciences | 18 | 13 |
72.2%
|
Benchmark against nearby schools
Compared with 12 other secondary schools in Qumbu.
Welsh Senior Secondary School's 2025 pass rate is 14.9 percentage points below the average for comparable schools in the area.
School fees
Welsh 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 Welsh Senior Secondary School for 2027?
Tuition at Welsh Senior 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 Or Tambo Inland district. Parents may still need to cover uniform and stationery costs; phone 064 603 1979 for specifics.
Is Welsh Senior Secondary School a no-fee school?
Yes, Welsh Senior Secondary School is officially a no-fee school (Q1), recognised as such by the Department of Basic Education in the Or Tambo Inland district. No tuition is charged to any of its 633 learners.
What is the quintile of Welsh Senior Secondary School and what does it mean for fees?
Welsh Senior Secondary School is a Q1 school, the lowest of three quintile bands designated as "no-fee" under the SA Schools Act. Serving the Qumbu, Eastern Cape community in the Or Tambo Inland district, it receives full state funding and parents are not charged tuition.
How to apply
To enrol your child at Welsh Senior Secondary School, families in Eastern Cape apply directly at the Welsh Senior Secondary School school office. The exact Grade 8 (and other grade transfers) process in the Or Tambo Inland education district is summarised below.
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Confirm availability with Welsh Senior Secondary School
Call 064 603 1979 to confirm whether Welsh 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 Lower Tyira A/A,Qumbu,Qumbu,5180 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 Welsh Senior Secondary School during the school's published admission window.
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Pay any required deposits or fees
Welsh 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 Welsh Senior Secondary 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)
- 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 Welsh Senior Secondary School for the next school year?
To apply to Welsh Senior Secondary School for the next academic year, collect and submit the application form directly at Welsh Senior Secondary School. In the Eastern Cape, applications are made directly at the school office and confirmed by the district. For confirmation of available places, contact Welsh Senior Secondary School via phone 064 603 1979.
What documents do I need to apply at Welsh Senior Secondary School?
Welsh Senior 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 Welsh Senior Secondary School (phone 064 603 1979) for any school-specific requirements.