Hunt Road Secondary School Berea 2026 Admissions | Contact Details

On this page, we focus on Hunt Road Secondary School in Berea, Durban. It is one of those old Durban schools that has weathered every education policy change and still finds a way to serve its learners. This is not your average high school. Hunt Road Secondary is small, urban, and academically solid — even though it does not always get the recognition it deserves.

The school runs under the KwaZulu-Natal Department of Education and is based in the Umlazi District. It charges school fees and is categorised as a Quintile 5 public school.

Quick facts about Hunt Road Secondary School

1. Located at 415 Berea Road, Berea, Durban

2. Public secondary school under the Umlazi District

3. Urban school with a strong academic culture

4. Principal: Mr P Mkhize

5. Coordinates: Latitude -29.8533, Longitude 30.9977

6. Phone number: 031 201 0862

7. Quintile 5 (fee-paying)

8. Pass rate in 2024: 85.1%

9. Learner population: 642

10. Old DET school, still government-run

About Hunt Road Secondary School

Hunt Road Secondary School is one of the quieter achievers in the eThekwini region. It is located in the Musgrave area, which gives learners access to central Durban and nearby resources. Unlike some overcrowded township schools, Hunt Road has kept its learner numbers more manageable — which has helped keep academic discipline in check.

The school is known for balancing discipline and academics. It serves both inner-city and surrounding community learners, and its teaching staff work hard to build learners up, despite limited recognition.

While it is not one of those “big-name” Durban schools, its results show a consistent and reliable learning culture.

Matric Results at Hunt Road Secondary School

The school has quietly been improving its pass rate year after year:

• In 2022, 87 learners wrote matric and 63 passed — giving a 72.4% pass rate

• In 2023, 87 wrote again, and this time 68 passed — pushing the pass rate to 78.2%

• In 2024, 74 learners wrote and 63 passed — raising the pass rate to 85.1%

This is a school that builds on progress. No big campaigns or spotlight. Just teaching, learning, and results.

How to Apply at Hunt Road Secondary School

Applications are done in person at the school office. There is no online portal.

Documents you will need:

• Certified copy of the learner’s birth certificate or ID

• Latest school report

• Proof of address

• Copies of parent or guardian IDs

Parents should contact the school directly to confirm opening dates for applications.

Contact Details
School name: Hunt Road Secondary School
Address: 415 Berea Road, Berea, Durban, 4001
Phone: 031 201 0862
District: Umlazi
Municipality: eThekwini Metropolitan Municipality

Fees

The fees for public schools in Kwazulu Natal can vary greatly depending on a number of factors including the specific school, the area, and the level of funding that the school receives from the government.

In South Africa, schools are categorized as either “fee-paying” or “no-fee” schools. “No-fee” schools are public schools that receive more funding from the government and do not charge school fees. These are typically in less affluent areas. “Fee-paying” schools, on the other hand, receive less funding from the government and charge school fees to cover the costs of providing education.

For fee-paying schools, the school governing body, which is made up of parents and staff, determines the school fees. These can range from a few thousand to several tens of thousands of South African rands per year. For example, in some cases, primary school fees might be around R1,000 to R5,000 per year, while high school fees could be R10,000 to R50,000 per year or even more. Again, these numbers can vary greatly and are only estimates.

In addition, there are also provisions in South African law to provide exemptions or reductions in school fees for parents who are unable to afford them. This is based on the combined annual income of the parents.

Uniform

Please contact the school regarding the latest updates on school uniform.

Matric Performance Over the Years: Daspoort Secondary School

Daspoort Secondary School’s matric results from 2022 to 2024 show stable performance, with pass rates fluctuating slightly over the years.

• 2022: 174 learners wrote, and 144 passed, resulting in an 82.8% pass rate. The school had 18 progressed learners.
• 2023: The number of candidates decreased to 134, with 115 passing, leading to an 85.8% pass rate—a 3 percentage point increase from 2022. No progressed learners were recorded.
• 2024: The total number of learners writing was 133, with 112 passing, bringing the pass rate to 84.2%, a 1.6 percentage point decrease compared to 2023. 4 learners were progressed.

Daspoort Secondary School’s best performance was in 2023, with an 85.8% pass rate. The number of progressed learners dropped significantly after 2022, reflecting more stable academic progression.

Subject Performance Report: Hunt Road Secondary School 

2024 Performance Overview

• Mathematics: 18 students wrote, with 14 passing, achieving 77.8%.
• Physical Sciences: 18 students wrote, with 17 passing, achieving 94.4%.
• Life Sciences: 18 students wrote, with 10 passing, achieving 55.6%.
• Accounting: 56 students wrote, with all 56 passing, achieving 100.0%.
• Business Studies: 20 students wrote, with all 20 passing, achieving 100.0%.
• Economics: 36 students wrote, with 34 passing, achieving 94.4%.
• Geography: 20 students wrote, with all 20 passing, achieving 100.0%.
• History: 54 students wrote, with 38 passing, achieving 70.4%.
• Mathematical Literacy: 36 students wrote, with 27 passing, achieving 75.0%.

2023 Performance Comparison

• Mathematics: 24 students wrote, with 17 passing, achieving 70.8%.
• Physical Sciences: 24 students wrote, with all 24 passing, achieving 100.0%.
• Life Sciences: 24 students wrote, with 15 passing, achieving 62.5%.
• Accounting: 65 students wrote, with 63 passing, achieving 96.9%.
• Business Studies: 30 students wrote, with 27 passing, achieving 90.0%.
• Economics: 35 students wrote, with 33 passing, achieving 94.3%.
• Geography: 30 students wrote, with 28 passing, achieving 93.3%.
• History: 57 students wrote, with 30 passing, achieving 52.6%.
• Mathematical Literacy: 33 students wrote, with 24 passing, achieving 72.7%.

Notable Trends

• Mathematics improved from 70.8% in 2023 to 77.8% in 2024.
• Physical Sciences saw a slight drop from 100.0% to 94.4%.
• Life Sciences declined from 62.5% to 55.6%.
• Accounting improved to a perfect 100.0% pass rate.
• Business Studies also improved to 100.0%.
• Economics maintained a strong performance, slightly increasing from 94.3% to 94.4%.
• Geography achieved a 100.0% pass rate, improving from 93.3%.
• History improved significantly from 52.6% to 70.4%.
• Mathematical Literacy saw a slight improvement from 72.7% to 75.0%.

This report provides a clear comparison of Hunt Road Secondary School’s subject performance over two years.