Monwabisi Senior Secondary School 2027 Applications and Fees, Schoolhive

On this page, you will find what parents need to know about Monwabisi Senior Secondary School, from its location and fees to its admissions process and matric results.

Monwabisi Senior Secondary School is a public secondary school in De Aar. The school falls under quintile Q3 and charges school fees.

647

Learners

Educators

QQ3 · R1,500-R8,000/yr est.

Funding status

Public

Sector

Fees and funding

Fee-charging school

As a fee-charging quintile Q3 school, Monwabisi Senior 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 Monwabisi Senior Secondary School for its exact current amount.

Matric results

Three year NSC pass rate

Of the 117 learners from Monwabisi Senior Secondary School who wrote matric in 2025, 83.8% passed. The pass rate has stayed fairly consistent over the past three years.

Year	Candidates wrote	Achieved NSC	Pass rate
2023	100	81	81.0%
2024	91	85	93.4%
2025	117	98	83.8%

Source: DBE National Senior Certificate School Performance Reports.

Subjects and results

Subject pass rates

Monwabisi Senior Secondary School reported results in 10 of these subjects. The best-performing subject was Mathematics, with a 100% pass rate.

Subject	Wrote	Achieved	Pass rate
Mathematics	22	22	100.0%
Mathematical Literacy	69	59	85.5%
Physical Sciences	20	19	95.0%
Life Sciences	54	43	79.6%
Accounting	8	8	100.0%
Business Studies	37	32	86.5%
Economics	37	36	97.3%
Geography	34	33	97.1%
History	34	34	100.0%
English First Additional Language	91	91	100.0%

Source: DBE 2024 NSC School Subject Report.

District comparison

Pixley Ka Seme (PXL) district

Bongani Primary School is noticeably bigger, teaching 1,332 learners against Monwabisi Senior Secondary School's 647; is a public primary school, a different phase than Monwabisi Senior Secondary School; and charges no school fees, quintile Q2.
Carnarvon Primary School is noticeably bigger, teaching 1,214 learners against Monwabisi Senior Secondary School's 647; is a public primary school, a different phase than Monwabisi Senior Secondary School; and charges no school fees, quintile Q2.
Lowryville Intermediate School is noticeably bigger, teaching 1,189 learners against Monwabisi Senior Secondary School's 647; is a public intermediate school, a different phase than Monwabisi Senior Secondary School; and charges fees under quintile Q4.
Vaal-Oranje Primary School is noticeably bigger, teaching 1,123 learners against Monwabisi Senior Secondary School's 647; is a public primary school, a different phase than Monwabisi Senior Secondary School; and charges fees under quintile Q4.
Douglas Primary School is noticeably bigger, teaching 1,103 learners against Monwabisi Senior Secondary School's 647, and is a public primary school, a different phase than Monwabisi Senior Secondary School.

De Aar

St Johns (Rc) Primary School is noticeably bigger, teaching 1,081 learners against Monwabisi Senior Secondary School's 647; is a public primary school, a different phase than Monwabisi Senior Secondary School; and charges no school fees, quintile Q1.
Alpha Primary School teaches considerably more learners than Monwabisi Senior Secondary School, 1,040 compared with 647; is a public primary school, a different phase than Monwabisi Senior Secondary School; and charges no school fees, quintile Q2.
Veritas Secondary School sits in roughly the same size range as Monwabisi Senior Secondary School, at 843 learners; charges no school fees, quintile Q2; and posted a higher matric pass rate, 91.2% against Monwabisi Senior Secondary School's 83.8%.
Kareeville Primary School is a similar size to Monwabisi Senior Secondary School, with 820 learners against 647; is a public primary school, a different phase than Monwabisi Senior Secondary School; and charges no school fees, quintile Q2.
Orion Secondary School sits in roughly the same size range as Monwabisi Senior Secondary School, at 816 learners; charges no school fees, quintile Q2; and posted a very similar matric pass rate (82.9% against Monwabisi Senior Secondary School's 83.8%).

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.

Get in touch

Contact and location

Address: 11 Th Street De Aar, 7000
Postal: Po Box 306 De Aar 7000
Telephone: 053 631 0301
EMIS number: 300021403

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Frequently asked questions

Are applications open at Monwabisi Senior 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 Monwabisi Senior Secondary School directly, on 053 631 0301, what its current 2027 intake dates are.

How do you apply to Monwabisi Senior 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 Monwabisi Senior Secondary School the best school in De Aar?

On the numbers that are published, Monwabisi Senior Secondary School's matric pass rate of 83.8% is lower than VERITAS SEKONDÊRE SKOOL's 91.2%, the highest among the nearby schools we have data for.

How many other schools are there in De Aar besides Monwabisi Senior Secondary School?

Schoolhive lists at least 10 other schools in and around De Aar, including St Johns (Rc) Primary School.

How big are the classes at Monwabisi Senior Secondary School?

Monwabisi Senior Secondary School reported 647 learners and 23 educators, a school-wide ratio of roughly 28 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 Monwabisi Senior Secondary School?

Yes, Monwabisi Senior 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 Monwabisi Senior Secondary School's matric results like?

Monwabisi Senior Secondary School's most recent National Senior Certificate pass rate was 83.8%, in 2025. It has stayed close to 81% since 2023.

Is Monwabisi Senior Secondary School a public or private school?

Monwabisi Senior Secondary School is a public secondary school. It falls under the government schooling system and receives state funding.

How can I contact Monwabisi Senior Secondary School?

You can call 053 631 0301. It is located at 11 Th Street De Aar, 7000.