Special Needs Public

Tugela High School

Central Business District, KwaZulu-Natal

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Learners (2025)
469
Educators (2025)
40
Learner : Educator
11.7:1
2025 NSC Pass Rate
N/A
About this school

Overview

Tugela High School is a public special-needs school located in Central Business District, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa. It currently enrols 469 learners and is staffed by 40 educators (a learner-to-educator ratio of approximately 12:1), operating as a fee-charging school. It falls within the Amajuba education district.

EMIS
500285455
Phase
Special Needs
Sector
Public
Quintile
N/A
Learners (2025)
469
Province
KwaZulu-Natal
How it compares

Benchmark against nearby schools

Compared with 7 other special needs schools in Amajuba.

Learner:educator ratio (lower is more staffed)
11.7:1
vs 12.7:1 area average
Ranks 3rd of 8
Fees & funding

School fees

Status
Fee Charging
Indicative 2027 fee
Contact the school for exact fees

Fees at Tugela High School are confirmed by the SGB before the academic year begins.

Public special-needs school; fees regulated by the SA Schools Act.

Fee questions

How much are school fees at Tugela High School for 2027?

Tugela High School is a fee-charging public school in the Amajuba district. Indicative 2027 fees: Contact the school for exact fees. Exact fees are confirmed by the School Governing Body before the school year begins. To get the official 2027 fee schedule, phone 034 312 6866 or email admin@tugelaprevocational.co.za.

Is Tugela High School a no-fee school?

Tugela High School does charge school fees. The amount is reviewed and approved annually by the School Governing Body.

What is the quintile of Tugela High School and what does it mean for fees?

Quintile classification is not available for Tugela High School. Contact the school for details on its funding category.

Admissions

How to apply

Applications to Tugela High School for the relevant grade are submitted directly with Tugela High School and confirmed through the KZN Department of Education in the Amajuba education district. Below is the step-by-step process specific to KwaZulu-Natal.

  1. 1
    Confirm availability with Tugela High School

    Call 034 312 6866 or email admin@tugelaprevocational.co.za to confirm whether Tugela High School has open places for the year you're applying.

  2. 2
    Start the application

    Register your details with the KZN Department of Education and submit the application form directly at Tugela High School.

  3. 3
    Submit your documents

    Submit the completed form and certified copies of all supporting documents to Tugela High School during the school's published admission window.

  4. 4
    Pay any required deposits or fees

    If accepted, Tugela High School (an SGB-funded school) may require a registration deposit. The exact amount is confirmed by the school.

  5. 5
    Confirm placement and enrol

    Wait for confirmation from Tugela High School. If declined, you may appeal at the Amajuba district office under the KZN Department of Education.

Documents typically required
  • 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)

Admissions questions

How do I apply to Tugela High School for the next school year?

Tugela High 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 034 312 6866 or email admin@tugelaprevocational.co.za to confirm openings in the Amajuba district.

What documents do I need to apply at Tugela High School?

When applying to Tugela High 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 Tugela High School depending on the grade; confirm via phone 034 312 6866 or email admin@tugelaprevocational.co.za.

Get in touch

Contact & location

Address
83 Allen Street,Newcastle,2940
Postal address
Private Bag X6614,Newcastle,2940
Telephone
034 312 6866
Administrative reference details
NatEMIS number
500285455
Circuit
Masakhane
Ward
52502034.0
Local municipality
Newcastle Local Municipality
District municipality
Amajuba
Exam centre
No
Status
Open
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