Overview
Jim Chavani is a public secondary school (Grades 8–12) located in Saselemane, Limpopo, South Africa. It currently enrols 2,176 learners and is staffed by 60 educators (a learner-to-educator ratio of approximately 36:1), and is officially classified as a no-fee school under Q2. It falls within the Vhembe East education district and achieved an excellent 2025 NSC matric pass rate of 94.1% (270 of 287 candidates).
Jim Chavani Secondary School Matric Performance
Since 2023, Jim Chavani has remained fairly steady, moving from a 96.8% pass rate to 94.1% in 2025, the most recent year, 287 learners sat the exam.
| Year | Wrote | Achieved | Pass rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 287 | 270 | 94.1% |
| 2024 | 294 | 266 | 90.5% |
| 2023 | 217 | 210 | 96.8% |
Source: 2025 NSC School Performance Report (DBE). Centre: JIM CHAVANI HIGH (7061404).
Subject pass rates
Jim Chavani offered 11 subjects at NSC level in 2025, achieving an overall subject pass rate of 94.4%. English (FAL) performed strongest at 100.0%, while Mathematics was the weakest at 77.8%. 5 subjects recorded a 100% pass rate.
| Subject | Wrote | Achieved | 2025 pass rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mathematics | 81 | 63 |
77.8%
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| Mathematical Literacy | 206 | 198 |
96.1%
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| Physical Sciences | 77 | 66 |
85.7%
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| Life Sciences | 77 | 73 |
94.8%
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| English (FAL) | 287 | 287 |
100.0%
|
| Accounting | 4 | 4 |
100.0%
|
| Business Studies | 4 | 4 |
100.0%
|
| Economics | 4 | 4 |
100.0%
|
| Geography | 264 | 246 |
93.2%
|
| History | 206 | 196 |
95.1%
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| Agricultural Sciences | 19 | 19 |
100.0%
|
Benchmark against nearby schools
Compared with 4 other secondary schools in Saselemane.
Jim Chavani Secondary School's 2025 pass rate is 12.0 percentage points above the average for comparable schools in the area.
School fees
Jim Chavani 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 Jim Chavani for 2027?
Tuition at Jim Chavani for the 2027 academic year is R0; the school is officially classified as no-fee (Q2) by the Department of Basic Education in the Vhembe East district. Parents may still need to cover uniform and stationery costs; phone 083 590 6291 for specifics.
Is Jim Chavani a no-fee school?
Yes, Jim Chavani is officially a no-fee school (Q2), recognised as such by the Department of Basic Education in the Vhembe East district. No tuition is charged to any of its 2,176 learners.
What is the quintile of Jim Chavani and what does it mean for fees?
As a Q2 public secondary school (Grades 8–12) in the Vhembe East district, Jim Chavani is funded entirely by the state under the no-fee policy applied to Quintiles 1 through 3.
How to apply
To enrol your child at Jim Chavani, families in Limpopo apply directly at the Jim Chavani school office. The exact Grade 8 (and other grade transfers) process in the Vhembe East education district is summarised below.
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Confirm availability with Jim Chavani
Call 083 590 6291 to confirm whether Jim Chavani has open places for the year you're applying.
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Start the application
Collect the official application form from Magomani or download it from the Limpopo Department of Education website.
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Submit your documents
Submit the completed form and certified copies of all supporting documents to Jim Chavani during the school's published admission window.
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Pay any required deposits or fees
Jim Chavani 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 Jim Chavani. If declined, you may appeal at the Vhembe East district office under the Limpopo 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 Jim Chavani for the next school year?
To apply to Jim Chavani for the next academic year, collect and submit the application form directly at Jim Chavani. In Limpopo, applications are completed at the school and processed via the circuit office. For confirmation of available places, contact Jim Chavani via phone 083 590 6291.
What documents do I need to apply at Jim Chavani?
Jim Chavani 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 Jim Chavani (phone 083 590 6291) for any school-specific requirements.