Overview
Groutville Secondary School is a public secondary school (Grades 8–12) located in Groutville Mission, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa. It currently enrols 2,690 learners and is staffed by 111 educators (a learner-to-educator ratio of approximately 24:1), and is officially classified as a no-fee school under Q3. It falls within the Ilembe education district and achieved an excellent 2025 NSC matric pass rate of 98.3% (464 of 472 candidates).
Groutville Secondary School Matric Performance
Groutville Secondary School's NSC pass rate has remained fairly steady over the past 3 years, from 98.0% in 2023 to 98.3% in 2025 (472 candidates writing in 2025).
| Year | Wrote | Achieved | Pass rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 472 | 464 | 98.3% |
| 2024 | 394 | 388 | 98.5% |
| 2023 | 393 | 385 | 98.0% |
Source: 2025 NSC School Performance Report (DBE). Centre: GROUTVILLE H (5413105).
Subject pass rates
Groutville Secondary School offered 11 subjects at NSC level in 2025, achieving an overall subject pass rate of 89.9%. English (FAL) performed strongest at 100.0%, while Mathematics was the weakest at 49.6%. 2 subjects recorded a 100% pass rate (English (FAL), History). 1 subject fell below a 60% pass rate (Mathematics).
| Subject | Wrote | Achieved | 2025 pass rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mathematics | 129 | 64 |
49.6%
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| Mathematical Literacy | 345 | 298 |
86.4%
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| Physical Sciences | 109 | 73 |
67.0%
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| Life Sciences | 280 | 252 |
90.0%
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| English (FAL) | 474 | 474 |
100.0%
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| Accounting | 19 | 18 |
94.7%
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| Business Studies | 51 | 48 |
94.1%
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| Economics | 51 | 45 |
88.2%
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| Geography | 292 | 274 |
93.8%
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| History | 224 | 224 |
100.0%
|
| Agricultural Sciences | 81 | 78 |
96.3%
|
Benchmark against nearby schools
Compared with 113 other secondary schools in Ilembe.
Groutville Secondary School's 2025 pass rate is 6.9 percentage points above the average for comparable schools in the area.
School fees
Groutville 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 Groutville Secondary School for 2027?
Groutville Secondary School is a no-fee public secondary school (Grades 8–12) in Groutville Mission, KwaZulu-Natal, so parents pay no tuition fees for 2027. All 2,690 enrolled learners attend at no charge. Budget instead for uniforms, stationery, transport and excursions. For voluntary contributions or admission fees, phone 032 559 8024 or email scgumede2@gmail.com.
Is Groutville Secondary School a no-fee school?
Groutville Secondary School is classified no-fee under Q3 and forms part of the state-funded schools serving Groutville Mission, KwaZulu-Natal. Parents pay no tuition fees.
What is the quintile of Groutville Secondary School and what does it mean for fees?
As a Q3 public secondary school (Grades 8–12) in the Ilembe district, Groutville Secondary School is funded entirely by the state under the no-fee policy applied to Quintiles 1 through 3.
How to apply
Groutville Secondary School accepts applications directly with Groutville Secondary School and confirmed through the KZN Department of Education in the Ilembe education district. The steps and documents required for Grade 8 (and other grade transfers) are detailed below.
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Confirm availability with Groutville Secondary School
Call 032 559 8024 or email scgumede2@gmail.com to confirm whether Groutville Secondary School has open places for the year you're applying.
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Start the application
Register your details with the KZN Department of Education and submit the application form directly at Groutville Secondary School.
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Submit your documents
Submit the completed form and certified copies of all supporting documents to Groutville Secondary School during the school's published admission window.
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Pay any required deposits or fees
Groutville Secondary School is a no-fee school (Q3), so no tuition is payable. Budget for uniforms and stationery.
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Confirm placement and enrol
Wait for confirmation from Groutville Secondary School. If declined, you may appeal at the Ilembe district office under the KZN 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 Groutville Secondary School for the next school year?
Groutville Secondary School processes applications through the KZN Department of Education and at the school. In KZN, applications are submitted directly to the school and confirmed via the KZN DoE district office. Reach the school directly via phone 032 559 8024 or email scgumede2@gmail.com to confirm openings in the Ilembe district.
What documents do I need to apply at Groutville Secondary School?
When applying to Groutville 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 Groutville Secondary School depending on the grade; confirm via phone 032 559 8024 or email scgumede2@gmail.com.