Overview
Inkosi Mathaba Technical School is a public secondary school (Grades 8–12) located in KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa. It currently enrols 1,498 learners and is staffed by 48 educators (a learner-to-educator ratio of approximately 31:1), and is officially classified as a no-fee school under Q2. It falls within the Ilembe education district and achieved an excellent 2025 NSC matric pass rate of 92.8% (284 of 306 candidates).
Inkosi Mathaba Technical School Matric Performance
Inkosi Mathaba Technical School's NSC pass rate has declined over the past 3 years, from 98.4% in 2023 to 92.8% in 2025 (306 candidates writing in 2025).
| Year | Wrote | Achieved | Pass rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 306 | 284 | 92.8% |
| 2024 | 334 | 314 | 94.0% |
| 2023 | 252 | 248 | 98.4% |
Source: 2025 NSC School Performance Report (DBE). Centre: ISINYABUSI H (5413109).
Subject pass rates
Inkosi Mathaba Technical School offered 9 subjects at NSC level in 2025, achieving an overall subject pass rate of 83.8%. English (FAL) performed strongest at 99.4%, while Economics was the weakest at 60.0%.
| Subject | Wrote | Achieved | 2025 pass rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mathematics | 80 | 53 |
66.3%
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| Mathematical Literacy | 185 | 149 |
80.5%
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| Physical Sciences | 80 | 58 |
72.5%
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| Life Sciences | 200 | 165 |
82.5%
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| English (FAL) | 329 | 327 |
99.4%
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| Business Studies | 110 | 67 |
60.9%
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| Economics | 65 | 39 |
60.0%
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| History | 204 | 196 |
96.1%
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| Agricultural Sciences | 182 | 148 |
81.3%
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Benchmark against nearby schools
Compared with 113 other secondary schools in Ilembe.
Inkosi Mathaba Technical School's 2025 pass rate is 1.4 percentage points above the average for comparable schools in the area.
School fees
Inkosi Mathaba Technical 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 Inkosi Mathaba Technical School for 2027?
Inkosi Mathaba Technical School is a no-fee public secondary school (Grades 8–12) in KwaZulu-Natal, so parents pay no tuition fees for 2027. All 1,498 enrolled learners attend at no charge. Budget instead for uniforms, stationery and transport. For voluntary contributions or admission fees, phone 079 206 2890 or email isinyabusitech@gmail.com.
Is Inkosi Mathaba Technical School a no-fee school?
Inkosi Mathaba Technical School is classified no-fee under Q2 and forms part of the state-funded schools serving KwaZulu-Natal. Parents pay no tuition fees.
What is the quintile of Inkosi Mathaba Technical School and what does it mean for fees?
Inkosi Mathaba Technical School is a Q2 school, the lowest of three quintile bands designated as "no-fee" under the SA Schools Act. Serving the KwaZulu-Natal community in the Ilembe district, it receives full state funding and parents are not charged tuition.
How to apply
To enrol your child at Inkosi Mathaba Technical School, families in KwaZulu-Natal apply directly with Inkosi Mathaba Technical School and confirmed through the KZN Department of Education. The exact Grade 8 (and other grade transfers) process in the Ilembe education district is summarised below.
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Confirm availability with Inkosi Mathaba Technical School
Call 079 206 2890 or email isinyabusitech@gmail.com to confirm whether Inkosi Mathaba Technical 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 Inkosi Mathaba Technical School.
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Submit your documents
Submit the completed form and certified copies of all supporting documents to Inkosi Mathaba Technical School during the school's published admission window.
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Pay any required deposits or fees
Inkosi Mathaba Technical School is a no-fee school (Q2), so no tuition is payable. Budget for uniforms and stationery.
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Confirm placement and enrol
Wait for confirmation from Inkosi Mathaba Technical 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 Inkosi Mathaba Technical School for the next school year?
Inkosi Mathaba Technical 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 079 206 2890 or email isinyabusitech@gmail.com to confirm openings in the Ilembe district.
What documents do I need to apply at Inkosi Mathaba Technical School?
When applying to Inkosi Mathaba Technical 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 Inkosi Mathaba Technical School depending on the grade; confirm via phone 079 206 2890 or email isinyabusitech@gmail.com.