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Bantfwabethu Secondary School

Public secondary school · Elukwatini, Elukwatini, Mpumalanga · Gert Sibande district (Unknown circuit)

In Elukwatini, Bantfwabethu Secondary School operates as a public secondary school. Its last matric group achieved a 93.3% pass rate.

On this page, you will find the key facts about Bantfwabethu Secondary School: where it is, how to apply, what it costs and how its matric results have performed.

Bantfwabethu Secondary School is a public secondary school serving families in and around Elukwatini. The school falls under quintile Q5 and charges school fees.

849
Learners
28
Educators
QQ5 · R1,500-R8,000/yr est.
Funding status
Public
Sector
Fees and funding

Fee-charging school

As a fee-charging quintile Q5 school, Bantfwabethu Secondary School sets school fees to supplement its state funding, with schools in this quintile typically charging an estimated R1,500 to R8,000 a year. Prospective parents should contact Bantfwabethu Secondary School for its exact current amount.

Matric results

Three year NSC pass rate

2023 2024 2025

Bantfwabethu Secondary School entered 120 candidates for the 2025 National Senior Certificate, achieving a 93.3% pass rate. The school's results have been trending upward.

YearCandidates wroteAchieved NSCPass rate
20231109990.0%
202413011386.9%
202512011293.3%

Source: DBE National Senior Certificate School Performance Reports.

Subjects and results

Subject pass rates

Bantfwabethu Secondary School reported results in 10 of these subjects. Physical Sciences had the strongest result, at 100%.

SubjectWroteAchievedPass rate
Mathematics352674.3%
Mathematical Literacy958892.6%
Physical Sciences3535100.0%
Life Sciences353394.3%
Agricultural Sciences755370.7%
Business Studies552138.2%
Economics221359.1%
Geography736893.2%
History4040100.0%
English First Additional Language130130100.0%

Source: DBE 2024 NSC School Subject Report.

District comparison

Gert Sibande district

5 other schools in Gert Sibande district, for comparison against Bantfwabethu Secondary School.

  • Shapeve Primary School teaches considerably more learners than Bantfwabethu Secondary School, 2,881 compared with 849; is a public primary school, a different phase than Bantfwabethu Secondary School; and charges fees under quintile Q5.
  • Kusasalethu Secondary School teaches considerably more learners than Bantfwabethu Secondary School, 2,246 compared with 849; charges fees under quintile Q5; and posted a lower matric pass rate, 86.4% against Bantfwabethu Secondary School's 93.3%.
  • New Ermelo Primary School is noticeably bigger, teaching 2,165 learners against Bantfwabethu Secondary School's 849; is a public primary school, a different phase than Bantfwabethu Secondary School; and charges fees under quintile Q2.
  • Ubuhle Buzile Secondary School teaches considerably more learners than Bantfwabethu Secondary School, 2,143 compared with 849; charges fees under quintile Q1; and posted a lower matric pass rate, 91.1% against Bantfwabethu Secondary School's 93.3%.
  • Kt Twala Secondary School is noticeably bigger, teaching 2,087 learners against Bantfwabethu Secondary School's 849; charges fees under quintile Q3; and posted a lower matric pass rate, 83.9% against Bantfwabethu Secondary School's 93.3%.

Elukwatini

Zooming into Elukwatini, here are 5 other schools to compare against Bantfwabethu Secondary School.

  • D & C Comprehensive Primary School teaches considerably more learners than Bantfwabethu Secondary School, 1,376 compared with 849; is a public primary school, a different phase than Bantfwabethu Secondary School; and charges fees under quintile Q5.
  • Highveld Secondary School is noticeably bigger, teaching 1,365 learners against Bantfwabethu Secondary School's 849; charges fees under quintile Q5; and posted a higher matric pass rate, 100% against Bantfwabethu Secondary School's 93.3%.
  • Vuka Primary School teaches considerably more learners than Bantfwabethu Secondary School, 1,290 compared with 849; is a public primary school, a different phase than Bantfwabethu Secondary School; and charges fees under quintile Q5.
  • Takheni Secondary School is a similar size to Bantfwabethu Secondary School, with 1,169 learners against 849; charges fees under quintile Q5; and posted a lower matric pass rate, 78.1% against Bantfwabethu Secondary School's 93.3%.
  • Dlomodlomo Secondary School sits in roughly the same size range as Bantfwabethu Secondary School, at 1,105 learners; charges fees under quintile Q1; and posted a lower matric pass rate, 86.2% against Bantfwabethu Secondary School's 93.3%.
Admissions

How to apply

  1. Reach out to the school using the contact details below to check 2027 application windows, since these can shift from year to year.
  2. Gather the required documents ahead of time, including the learner's birth certificate, immunisation records, latest report, and proof of address.
  3. Submit the application through the school's own process, in person or online if the school offers that option.
  4. Provincial placement processes govern Grade 8 intake for the 2027 academic year, so allow time between applying and receiving confirmation.
Get in touch

Contact and location

Address
772A Elukwatini Main Road, Elukwatini, Elukwatini, 1192
Postal
Po Box 26 Elukwatini Elukwatini 1192
Telephone
017 883 1036
EMIS number
800000620
Frequently asked questions
Are applications open at Bantfwabethu Secondary School?
Application windows are set by the school and the provincial education department rather than on one fixed national calendar, so the surest way to know is to ask Bantfwabethu Secondary School directly, on 017 883 1036, what its current 2027 intake dates are.
How do you apply to Bantfwabethu Secondary School?
Reach out to the school using the contact details below to check 2027 application windows, since these can shift from year to year. Gather the required documents ahead of time, including the learner's birth certificate, immunisation records, latest report, and proof of address. Submit the application through the school's own process, in person or online if the school offers that option. Provincial placement processes govern Grade 8 intake for the 2027 academic year, so allow time between applying and receiving confirmation.
Is Bantfwabethu Secondary School the best school in Elukwatini?
On the numbers that are published, Bantfwabethu Secondary School's matric pass rate of 93.3% is lower than HIGHVELD SECONDARY SCHOOL's 100%, the highest among the nearby schools we have data for.
How many other schools are there in Elukwatini besides Bantfwabethu Secondary School?
Schoolhive lists at least 10 other schools in and around Elukwatini, including D & C Comprehensive Primary School.
How big are the classes at Bantfwabethu Secondary School?
Bantfwabethu Secondary School reported 849 learners and 28 educators, a school-wide ratio of roughly 30 learners per educator. That's a whole-school average rather than a per-class figure, since actual class sizes vary by grade and subject.
Do you pay school fees at Bantfwabethu Secondary School?
Yes, Bantfwabethu Secondary School is a fee-charging school, with schools in its quintile typically charging an estimated R1,500 to R8,000 a year, though contact the school directly to confirm its exact current fee.
What are Bantfwabethu Secondary School's matric results like?
Bantfwabethu Secondary School's most recent National Senior Certificate pass rate was 93.3%, in 2025. That's up from 90% in 2023.
Is Bantfwabethu Secondary School a public or private school?
Bantfwabethu Secondary School is a public secondary school. It falls under the government schooling system and receives state funding.
How can I contact Bantfwabethu Secondary School?
You can call 017 883 1036. It is located at 772A Elukwatini Main Road, Elukwatini, Elukwatini, 1192.
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