Centre of Science and Technology
📍 Ilitha Park, City of Cape Town, Western Cape
Learners
879
Educators
28
Learners (2025)
1,907
Educators (2025)
50
Learner : Educator
38.1:1
2025 NSC Pass Rate
99.5%
About this school
Overview
Manyano High School is a public secondary school (Grades 8–12) located in Ilitha Park, City of Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa. It currently enrols 1,907 learners and is staffed by 50 educators (a learner-to-educator ratio of approximately 38:1), and is officially classified as a no-fee school under Q3. It falls within the Metro East education district and achieved an excellent 2025 NSC matric pass rate of 99.5% (197 of 198 candidates).
National Senior Certificate
Manyano High School Matric Performance
Manyano High School's NSC pass rate has improved over the past 3 years, from 94.7% in 2023 to 99.5% in 2025 (198 candidates writing in 2025).
| Year | Wrote | Achieved | Pass rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 198 | 197 | 99.5% |
| 2024 | 193 | 182 | 94.3% |
| 2023 | 225 | 213 | 94.7% |
Source: 2025 NSC School Performance Report (DBE). Centre: MANYANO HS (1006651).
2025 NSC subjects
Subject pass rates
Manyano High School offered 10 subjects at NSC level in 2025, achieving an overall subject pass rate of 98.8%. English (FAL) performed strongest at 100.0%, while Economics was the weakest at 94.3%. 3 subjects recorded a 100% pass rate (English (FAL), Business Studies, History).
| Subject | Wrote | Achieved | 2025 pass rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mathematics | 59 | 57 |
96.6%
|
| Mathematical Literacy | 139 | 138 |
99.3%
|
| Physical Sciences | 58 | 57 |
98.3%
|
| Life Sciences | 141 | 139 |
98.6%
|
| English (FAL) | 198 | 198 |
100.0%
|
| Accounting | 35 | 33 |
94.3%
|
| Business Studies | 57 | 57 |
100.0%
|
| Economics | 35 | 33 |
94.3%
|
| Geography | 163 | 161 |
98.8%
|
| History | 105 | 105 |
100.0%
|
Mathematics
96.6%
59 wrote · 57 achieved
Mathematical Literacy
99.3%
139 wrote · 138 achieved
Physical Sciences
98.3%
58 wrote · 57 achieved
Life Sciences
98.6%
141 wrote · 139 achieved
English (FAL)
100.0%
198 wrote · 198 achieved
Accounting
94.3%
35 wrote · 33 achieved
Business Studies
100.0%
57 wrote · 57 achieved
Economics
94.3%
35 wrote · 33 achieved
Geography
98.8%
163 wrote · 161 achieved
History
100.0%
105 wrote · 105 achieved
How it compares
Benchmark against nearby schools
Compared with 274 other secondary schools in City of Cape Town.
2025 NSC pass rate vs. area average
99.5%
Manyano High School
87.9%
Area average
Manyano High School
Area average
Manyano High School's 2025 pass rate is 11.6 percentage points above the average for comparable schools in the area.
Learner:educator ratio (lower is more staffed)
38.1:1
vs 28.8:1 area average
Ranks 257th of 270
Fees & funding
School fees
Status
No-Fee School
Indicative 2027 fee
R0 per year (no-fee school)
Manyano High School charges no tuition fees. Plan instead for uniforms, stationery, transport and outings.
Public secondary school (Grades 8–12); fees regulated by the SA Schools Act.
Fee questions
How much are school fees at Manyano High School for 2027?
Manyano High School is a no-fee public secondary school (Grades 8–12) in Ilitha Park, Village V1 South, Western Cape, so parents pay no tuition fees for 2027. All 1,907 enrolled learners attend at no charge. Budget instead for uniforms, stationery, transport and excursions. For voluntary contributions or admission fees, phone 021 361 1110.
Is Manyano High School a no-fee school?
Manyano High School is classified no-fee under Q3 and forms part of the state-funded schools serving Ilitha Park, Village V1 South, Western Cape. Parents pay no tuition fees.
What is the quintile of Manyano High School and what does it mean for fees?
Classified as Q3 by the Department of Basic Education, Manyano High School falls within the no-fee category, meaning the 1,907 learners attending here in Ilitha Park, Village V1 South, Western Cape pay no school fees.
Admissions
How to apply
To enrol your child at Manyano High School, families in Western Cape apply via the WCED Online Admissions online system, with confirmation handled by Manyano High School. The exact Grade 8 (and other grade transfers) process in the Metro East education district is summarised below.
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1
Confirm availability with Manyano High School
Call 021 361 1110 to confirm whether Manyano High School has open places for the year you're applying.
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2
Start the application
Register on the WCED Online Admissions portal when applications open and select Manyano High School as a preferred school.
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3
Submit your documents
Upload all required documents to the WCED Online Admissions portal before the published cut-off and keep your reference number.
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4
Pay any required deposits or fees
Manyano High School is a no-fee school (Q3), so no tuition is payable. Budget for uniforms and stationery.
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5
Confirm placement and enrol
Check your WCED Online Admissions dashboard for the placement outcome. If accepted, complete on-site registration at Manyano High School.
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)
- 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 Manyano High School for the next school year?
Manyano High School processes applications online via the WCED Online Admissions. WCED Online Admissions for Grade 1 and Grade 8 typically opens in March/April of the preceding year. Reach the school directly via phone 021 361 1110 to confirm openings in the Metro East district.
What documents do I need to apply at Manyano High School?
When applying to Manyano 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 Manyano High School depending on the grade; confirm via phone 021 361 1110.
Get in touch
Contact & location
Administrative reference details
NatEMIS number
106373435
Circuit
6
Ward
19100092.0
Local municipality
City of Cape Town
District municipality
City of Cape Town
Section 21 status
YES
Exam centre
No
Status
Open
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