Special Needs Public

Vumanisabelo Special School

Osizweni, KwaZulu-Natal

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Learners (2025)
455
Educators (2025)
31
Learner : Educator
14.7:1
2025 NSC Pass Rate
N/A
About this school

Overview

Vumanisabelo Special School is a public special-needs school located in Osizweni, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa. It currently enrols 455 learners and is staffed by 31 educators (a learner-to-educator ratio of approximately 15:1), operating as a fee-charging school. It falls within the Amajuba education district.

EMIS
500337662
Phase
Special Needs
Sector
Public
Quintile
N/A
Learners (2025)
455
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)
14.7:1
vs 12.3:1 area average
Ranks 5th of 8
Fees & funding

School fees

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

Fees at Vumanisabelo Special 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 Vumanisabelo Special School for 2027?

Vumanisabelo Special 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 082 716 4484 or email vumanisabeloschool@gmail.com.

Is Vumanisabelo Special School a no-fee school?

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

What is the quintile of Vumanisabelo Special School and what does it mean for fees?

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

Admissions

How to apply

Applications to Vumanisabelo Special School for the relevant grade are submitted directly with Vumanisabelo Special 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 Vumanisabelo Special School

    Call 082 716 4484 or email vumanisabeloschool@gmail.com to confirm whether Vumanisabelo Special 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 Vumanisabelo Special School.

  3. 3
    Submit your documents

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

  4. 4
    Pay any required deposits or fees

    If accepted, Vumanisabelo Special 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 Vumanisabelo Special 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 Vumanisabelo Special School for the next school year?

Vumanisabelo Special 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 082 716 4484 or email vumanisabeloschool@gmail.com to confirm openings in the Amajuba district.

What documents do I need to apply at Vumanisabelo Special School?

When applying to Vumanisabelo Special 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 Vumanisabelo Special School depending on the grade; confirm via phone 082 716 4484 or email vumanisabeloschool@gmail.com.

Get in touch

Contact & location

Address
F913 F Ward,Ematshotshombeni,Behind Blaubosch Sub
Postal address
P.O.Box 51472,Osizweni,2952
Telephone
082 716 4484
Administrative reference details
NatEMIS number
500337662
Circuit
Osizweni
Ward
52502017.0
Local municipality
Newcastle Local Municipality
District municipality
Amajuba
Exam centre
No
Status
Open
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