Overview
Monwabisi Senior Secondary School is a public secondary school (Grades 8–12) located in De Aar, Northern Cape, South Africa. It currently enrols 647 learners and is staffed by 23 educators (a learner-to-educator ratio of approximately 28:1), and is officially classified as a no-fee school under Q3. It falls within the Pixley Ka Seme (Pxl) education district and achieved a strong 2025 NSC matric pass rate of 83.8% (98 of 117 candidates).
Monwabisi Senior Secondary School Matric Performance
Since 2023, Monwabisi Senior Secondary School has remained fairly steady, moving from a 81.0% pass rate to 83.8% in 2025, the most recent year, 117 learners sat the exam.
| Year | Wrote | Achieved | Pass rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 117 | 98 | 83.8% |
| 2024 | 91 | 85 | 93.4% |
| 2023 | 100 | 81 | 81.0% |
Source: 2025 NSC School Performance Report (DBE). Centre: H/SCHOOL MONWABISI (2021403).
Subject pass rates
Monwabisi Senior Secondary School offered 10 subjects at NSC level in 2025, achieving an overall subject pass rate of 87.1%. English (FAL) performed strongest at 100.0%, while Life Sciences was the weakest at 66.7%. 2 subjects recorded a 100% pass rate (English (FAL), History).
| Subject | Wrote | Achieved | 2025 pass rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mathematics | 32 | 30 |
93.8%
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| Mathematical Literacy | 86 | 68 |
79.1%
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| Physical Sciences | 24 | 22 |
91.7%
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| Life Sciences | 75 | 50 |
66.7%
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| English (FAL) | 117 | 117 |
100.0%
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| Accounting | 15 | 14 |
93.3%
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| Business Studies | 42 | 33 |
78.6%
|
| Economics | 42 | 33 |
78.6%
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| Geography | 51 | 48 |
94.1%
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| History | 52 | 52 |
100.0%
|
Benchmark against nearby schools
Compared with 3 other secondary schools in De Aar.
Monwabisi Senior Secondary School's 2025 pass rate is 6.7 percentage points below the average for comparable schools in the area.
School fees
Monwabisi Senior Secondary School 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 Monwabisi Senior Secondary School for 2027?
Tuition at Monwabisi 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 Pixley Ka Seme (Pxl) district. Parents may still need to cover uniform and stationery costs; phone 053 631 0301 for specifics.
Is Monwabisi Senior Secondary School a no-fee school?
Yes, Monwabisi Senior Secondary School is officially a no-fee school (Q3), recognised as such by the Department of Basic Education in the Pixley Ka Seme (Pxl) district. No tuition is charged to any of its 647 learners.
What is the quintile of Monwabisi Senior Secondary School and what does it mean for fees?
Classified as Q3 by the Department of Basic Education, Monwabisi Senior Secondary School falls within the no-fee category, meaning the 647 learners attending here in De Aar, Northern Cape pay no school fees.
How to apply
Applications to Monwabisi Senior Secondary School for Grade 8 (and other grade transfers) are submitted directly at the Monwabisi Senior Secondary School school office in the Pixley Ka Seme (Pxl) education district. Below is the step-by-step process specific to Northern Cape.
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Confirm availability with Monwabisi Senior Secondary School
Call 053 631 0301 to confirm whether Monwabisi Senior Secondary School has open places for the year you're applying.
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Start the application
Collect the official application form from 11 Th Street de Aar, 7000 or download it from the Northern Cape Department of Education website.
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Submit your documents
Submit the completed form and certified copies of all supporting documents to Monwabisi Senior Secondary School during the school's published admission window.
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Pay any required deposits or fees
Monwabisi 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 Monwabisi Senior Secondary School. If declined, you may appeal at the Pixley Ka Seme (Pxl) district office under the Northern Cape 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 Monwabisi Senior Secondary School for the next school year?
To apply to Monwabisi Senior Secondary School for the next academic year, collect and submit the application form directly at Monwabisi Senior Secondary School. Northern Cape applications are made directly at the school office. For confirmation of available places, contact Monwabisi Senior Secondary School via phone 053 631 0301.
What documents do I need to apply at Monwabisi Senior Secondary School?
Monwabisi 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 Monwabisi Senior Secondary School (phone 053 631 0301) for any school-specific requirements.