Public secondary school · Phoenix, KwaZulu-Natal · Pinetown district (Phoenix Central circuit)
On this page, you will find what parents need to know about Northmead Secondary School, from its location and fees to its admissions process and matric results.
Northmead Secondary School is a public secondary school in Phoenix. The school falls under quintile Q5 and charges school fees.
In 2025, 105 matric candidates from Northmead Secondary School sat the National Senior Certificate exams, and 100% passed. The school's results have been trending upward.
| Year | Candidates wrote | Achieved NSC | Pass rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 161 | 123 | 76.4% |
| 2024 | 77 | 72 | 93.5% |
| 2025 | 105 | 105 | 100.0% |
Source: DBE National Senior Certificate School Performance Reports. Exam centre 5412425.
Northmead Secondary School reported results in 7 of these subjects. Mathematical Literacy led the field at 100%.
| Subject | Wrote | Achieved | Pass rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mathematics | 17 | 15 | 88.2% |
| Mathematical Literacy | 60 | 60 | 100.0% |
| Physical Sciences | 11 | 11 | 100.0% |
| Life Sciences | 42 | 34 | 81.0% |
| Accounting | 26 | 25 | 96.2% |
| Business Studies | 40 | 39 | 97.5% |
| Geography | 63 | 63 | 100.0% |
Source: DBE 2024 NSC School Subject Report.
As a fee-charging quintile Q5 school, Northmead 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 Northmead Secondary School for its exact current amount.