Mandela Barloworld Agricultural Secondary School 2027 Applications and Fees, Schoolhive

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

Mandela Barloworld Agricultural Secondary School is a public secondary school serving families in and around Bolobedu, Duiwelskloof. The school falls under quintile Q4 and charges school fees.

596

Learners

Educators

QQ4 · R1,500-R8,000/yr est.

Funding status

Agricultural

Specialisation

Fees and funding

Fee-charging school

As a fee-charging quintile Q4 school, Mandela Barloworld Agricultural 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 Mandela Barloworld Agricultural Secondary School for its exact current amount.

Matric results

Three year NSC pass rate

In 2025, 107 matric candidates from Mandela Barloworld Agricultural Secondary School sat the National Senior Certificate exams, and 81.3% passed. The school's results have been trending upward.

Year	Candidates wrote	Achieved NSC	Pass rate
2023	95	57	60.0%
2024	84	74	88.1%
2025	107	87	81.3%

Source: DBE National Senior Certificate School Performance Reports.

Subjects and results

Subject pass rates

Mandela Barloworld Agricultural Secondary School reported results in 6 of these subjects. The best-performing subject was Mathematical Literacy, with a 100% pass rate.

Subject	Wrote	Achieved	Pass rate
Mathematics	51	37	72.5%
Mathematical Literacy	33	33	100.0%
Physical Sciences	37	27	73.0%
Life Sciences	76	62	81.6%
Agricultural Sciences	76	72	94.7%
English First Additional Language	84	84	100.0%

Source: DBE 2024 NSC School Subject Report.

District comparison

Mopani East district

Primary School Kremetart is noticeably bigger, teaching 2,087 learners against Mandela Barloworld Agricultural Secondary School's 596; is a public primary school, a different phase than Mandela Barloworld Agricultural Secondary School; and charges fees under quintile Q4.
Ntshuxeko Secondary School teaches considerably more learners than Mandela Barloworld Agricultural Secondary School, 2,021 compared with 596; charges no school fees, quintile Q3; and posted a higher matric pass rate, 91.2% against Mandela Barloworld Agricultural Secondary School's 81.3%.
Majeje Secondary School is noticeably bigger, teaching 1,937 learners against Mandela Barloworld Agricultural Secondary School's 596; charges no school fees, quintile Q3; and posted a higher matric pass rate, 98.4% against Mandela Barloworld Agricultural Secondary School's 81.3%.
Motloboni Combined School is noticeably bigger, teaching 1,855 learners against Mandela Barloworld Agricultural Secondary School's 596; is a public combined school, a different phase than Mandela Barloworld Agricultural Secondary School; charges no school fees, quintile Q1; and posted a higher matric pass rate, 100% against Mandela Barloworld Agricultural Secondary School's 81.3%.
Vuxeni Secondary School teaches considerably more learners than Mandela Barloworld Agricultural Secondary School, 1,829 compared with 596; charges no school fees, quintile Q3; and posted a higher matric pass rate, 91% against Mandela Barloworld Agricultural Secondary School's 81.3%.

Duiwelskloof

W.m. Kgatla Primary School is noticeably bigger, teaching 1,700 learners against Mandela Barloworld Agricultural Secondary School's 596; is a public primary school, a different phase than Mandela Barloworld Agricultural Secondary School; and charges no school fees, quintile Q3.
Kgapane Secondary School teaches considerably more learners than Mandela Barloworld Agricultural Secondary School, 1,675 compared with 596; charges no school fees, quintile Q3; and posted a lower matric pass rate, 75.6% against Mandela Barloworld Agricultural Secondary School's 81.3%.
Pipa Primary School is noticeably bigger, teaching 1,453 learners against Mandela Barloworld Agricultural Secondary School's 596; is a public primary school, a different phase than Mandela Barloworld Agricultural Secondary School; and charges no school fees, quintile Q1.
Modubatse Secondary School is noticeably bigger, teaching 1,311 learners against Mandela Barloworld Agricultural Secondary School's 596; charges no school fees, quintile Q3; and posted a very similar matric pass rate (81.2% against Mandela Barloworld Agricultural Secondary School's 81.3%).
Tshweni Secondary School is noticeably bigger, teaching 972 learners against Mandela Barloworld Agricultural Secondary School's 596; charges no school fees, quintile Q3; and posted a very similar matric pass rate (81.6% against Mandela Barloworld Agricultural Secondary School's 81.3%).

Admissions

How to apply

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.

Provincial admissions

Applying to Mandela Barloworld Agricultural Secondary School for 2027

Because Mandela Barloworld Agricultural Secondary School is a public school in Limpopo, its 2027 intake is coordinated provincially rather than by the school itself. Parents apply through the Limpopo Department of Education Admissions Portal using the Smart Admit Online Admission System, with Grade R, Grade 1 and Grade 8 registration for 2027 closing on 31 August 2026. the full Limpopo School Application Process Guide covers everything you need.

Get in touch

Contact and location

Address: To Be Updated
Postal: P.o.box 1622
Telephone: 072 753 4833
EMIS number: 995501501

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Frequently asked questions

Are applications open at Mandela Barloworld Agricultural 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 Mandela Barloworld Agricultural Secondary School directly, on 072 753 4833, what its current 2027 intake dates are.

How do you apply to Mandela Barloworld Agricultural 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 Mandela Barloworld Agricultural Secondary School the best school in Duiwelskloof?

On the numbers that are published, Mandela Barloworld Agricultural Secondary School's matric pass rate of 81.3% is lower than TSHWENI's 81.6%, the highest among the nearby schools we have data for.

How many other schools are there in Duiwelskloof besides Mandela Barloworld Agricultural Secondary School?

Schoolhive lists at least 10 other schools in and around Duiwelskloof, including W.m. Kgatla.

How big are the classes at Mandela Barloworld Agricultural Secondary School?

Mandela Barloworld Agricultural Secondary School reported 596 learners and 19 educators, a school-wide ratio of roughly 31 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 Mandela Barloworld Agricultural Secondary School?

Yes, Mandela Barloworld Agricultural 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 Mandela Barloworld Agricultural Secondary School's matric results like?

Mandela Barloworld Agricultural Secondary School's most recent National Senior Certificate pass rate was 81.3%, in 2025. That's up from 60% in 2023.

Is Mandela Barloworld Agricultural Secondary School a public or private school?

Mandela Barloworld Agricultural Secondary School is a public secondary school. It falls under the government schooling system and receives state funding.

How can I contact Mandela Barloworld Agricultural Secondary School?

You can call 072 753 4833. It is located at To Be Updated.