Overview
Mhayise Senior Secondary School is a public secondary school (Grades 8–12) located in Section 5, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa. It currently enrols 101 learners and is staffed by 8 educators (a learner-to-educator ratio of approximately 13:1), and is officially classified as a no-fee school under Q3. It falls within the Umzinyathi education district.
Benchmark against nearby schools
Compared with 129 other secondary schools in Umzinyathi.
School fees
Mhayise 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 Mhayise Senior Secondary School for 2027?
Tuition at Mhayise Senior Secondary School for the 2027 academic year is R0; the school is officially classified as no-fee (Q3) by the Department of Basic Education in the Umzinyathi district. Parents may still need to cover uniform and stationery costs; phone 083 545 4148 or email sicelosib@gmail.com for specifics.
Is Mhayise Senior Secondary School a no-fee school?
Yes, Mhayise Senior Secondary School is officially a no-fee school (Q3), recognised as such by the Department of Basic Education in the Umzinyathi district. No tuition is charged to any of its 101 learners.
What is the quintile of Mhayise Senior Secondary School and what does it mean for fees?
Classified as Q3 by the Department of Basic Education, Mhayise Senior Secondary School falls within the no-fee category, meaning the 101 learners attending here in Section 5, KwaZulu-Natal pay no school fees.
How to apply
To enrol your child at Mhayise Senior Secondary School, families in KwaZulu-Natal apply directly with Mhayise Senior Secondary School and confirmed through the KZN Department of Education. The exact Grade 8 (and other grade transfers) process in the Umzinyathi education district is summarised below.
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Confirm availability with Mhayise Senior Secondary School
Call 083 545 4148 or email sicelosib@gmail.com to confirm whether Mhayise Senior 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 Mhayise Senior Secondary School.
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Submit your documents
Submit the completed form and certified copies of all supporting documents to Mhayise Senior Secondary School during the school's published admission window.
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Pay any required deposits or fees
Mhayise Senior 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 Mhayise Senior Secondary School. If declined, you may appeal at the Umzinyathi 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 Mhayise Senior Secondary School for the next school year?
To apply to Mhayise Senior Secondary School for the next academic year, complete the KZN Department of Education pre-registration and submit the school's own form at Mhayise Senior Secondary School. In KZN, applications are submitted directly to the school and confirmed via the KZN DoE district office. For confirmation of available places, contact Mhayise Senior Secondary School via phone 083 545 4148 or email sicelosib@gmail.com.
What documents do I need to apply at Mhayise Senior Secondary School?
Mhayise 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 Mhayise Senior Secondary School (phone 083 545 4148 or email sicelosib@gmail.com) for any school-specific requirements.