Overview
Stanley Mopai is a public secondary school (Grades 8–12) located in Mapitlulavillage, Tzaneen, Limpopo, South Africa. It currently enrols 510 learners and is staffed by 15 educators (a learner-to-educator ratio of approximately 34:1), and is officially classified as a no-fee school under Q3. It falls within the Mopani West education district and achieved a strong 2025 NSC matric pass rate of 84.1% (53 of 63 candidates).
Stanley Mopai Secondary School Matric Performance
Stanley Mopai's NSC pass rate has declined over the past 3 years, from 88.9% in 2023 to 84.1% in 2025 (63 candidates writing in 2025).
| Year | Wrote | Achieved | Pass rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 63 | 53 | 84.1% |
| 2024 | 57 | 51 | 89.5% |
| 2023 | 45 | 40 | 88.9% |
Source: 2025 NSC School Performance Report (DBE). Centre: STANELY MOPAI SECONDARY (7082102).
Subject pass rates
Stanley Mopai offered 7 subjects at NSC level in 2025, achieving an overall subject pass rate of 83.0%. English (FAL) performed strongest at 98.4%, while Mathematics was the weakest at 54.5%. 1 subject fell below a 60% pass rate (Mathematics).
| Subject | Wrote | Achieved | 2025 pass rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mathematics | 11 | 6 |
54.5%
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| Mathematical Literacy | 52 | 36 |
69.2%
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| Physical Sciences | 11 | 9 |
81.8%
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| Life Sciences | 13 | 11 |
84.6%
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| English (FAL) | 63 | 62 |
98.4%
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| Geography | 63 | 56 |
88.9%
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| History | 52 | 40 |
76.9%
|
Benchmark against nearby schools
Compared with 27 other secondary schools in Tzaneen.
Stanley Mopai Secondary School's 2025 pass rate is 2.4 percentage points below the average for comparable schools in the area.
School fees
Stanley Mopai 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 Stanley Mopai for 2027?
Stanley Mopai is a no-fee public secondary school (Grades 8–12) in Mapitlulavillage, Tzaneen, Limpopo, so parents pay no tuition fees for 2027. All 510 enrolled learners attend at no charge. Budget instead for uniforms, stationery and transport. For voluntary contributions or admission fees, phone 099.
Is Stanley Mopai a no-fee school?
Stanley Mopai is classified no-fee under Q3 and forms part of the state-funded schools serving Mapitlulavillage, Tzaneen, Limpopo. Parents pay no tuition fees.
What is the quintile of Stanley Mopai and what does it mean for fees?
Stanley Mopai is a Q3 school, the lowest of three quintile bands designated as "no-fee" under the SA Schools Act. Serving the Mapitlulavillage, Tzaneen, Limpopo community in the Mopani West district, it receives full state funding and parents are not charged tuition.
How to apply
Stanley Mopai accepts applications directly at the Stanley Mopai school office in the Mopani West education district. The steps and documents required for Grade 8 (and other grade transfers) are detailed below.
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Confirm availability with Stanley Mopai
Call 099 to confirm whether Stanley Mopai has open places for the year you're applying.
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Start the application
Collect the official application form from Mapitlula Village 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 Stanley Mopai during the school's published admission window.
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Pay any required deposits or fees
Stanley Mopai 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 Stanley Mopai. If declined, you may appeal at the Mopani West 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 Stanley Mopai for the next school year?
Stanley Mopai processes applications at the school office. In Limpopo, applications are completed at the school and processed via the circuit office. Reach the school directly via phone 099 to confirm openings in the Mopani West district.
What documents do I need to apply at Stanley Mopai?
When applying to Stanley Mopai, 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 Stanley Mopai depending on the grade; confirm via phone 099.