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Zithobeni Secondary School

Public secondary school · Bronkhorstspruit, Bronkhorstspruit, Gauteng · Gauteng North district (1 circuit)

In Bronkhorstspruit, Zithobeni Secondary School operates as a public secondary school. The school's latest NSC pass rate stands at 89.4%.

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Zithobeni Secondary School

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

Zithobeni Secondary School is a public secondary school serving families in and around Bronkhorstspruit. The school falls under quintile Q1 and charges school fees.

1,052
Learners
33
Educators
QQ1 · R1,500-R8,000/yr est.
Funding status
Public
Sector
Fees and funding

Fee-charging school

As a fee-charging quintile Q1 school, Zithobeni 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 Zithobeni Secondary School for its exact current amount.

Matric results

Three year NSC pass rate

2023 2024 2025

Zithobeni Secondary School entered 94 candidates for the 2025 National Senior Certificate, achieving a 89.4% pass rate. That marks an improvement over the previous two years.

YearCandidates wroteAchieved NSCPass rate
202312710280.3%
2024887787.5%
2025948489.4%

Source: DBE National Senior Certificate School Performance Reports.

Subjects and results

Subject pass rates

Zithobeni Secondary School reported results in 8 of these subjects. English First Additional Language led the field at 100%.

SubjectWroteAchievedPass rate
Mathematics161168.8%
Mathematical Literacy746689.2%
Physical Sciences161487.5%
Life Sciences614777.0%
Business Studies736690.4%
Geography615488.5%
History292793.1%
English First Additional Language8989100.0%

Source: DBE 2024 NSC School Subject Report.

District comparison

Gauteng North district

5 other schools in Gauteng North district, for comparison against Zithobeni Secondary School.

  • Kutumela-Molefi Intm. Farm School is noticeably bigger, teaching 2,668 learners against Zithobeni Secondary School's 1,052; is a public primary school, a different phase than Zithobeni Secondary School; and charges fees under quintile Q1.
  • Chipa-Tabane Secondary School teaches considerably more learners than Zithobeni Secondary School, 2,493 compared with 1,052; charges fees under quintile Q2; and posted a lower matric pass rate, 78.7% against Zithobeni Secondary School's 89.4%.
  • Lesedi Secondary School is noticeably bigger, teaching 1,998 learners against Zithobeni Secondary School's 1,052; charges fees under quintile Q2; and posted a very similar matric pass rate (87.6% against Zithobeni Secondary School's 89.4%).
  • Chokoe Primary School is noticeably bigger, teaching 1,769 learners against Zithobeni Secondary School's 1,052; is a public primary school, a different phase than Zithobeni Secondary School; and charges fees under quintile Q2.
  • Bronkhorstspruit Primary School teaches considerably more learners than Zithobeni Secondary School, 1,720 compared with 1,052; is a public primary school, a different phase than Zithobeni Secondary School; and charges fees under quintile Q5.

Bronkhorstspruit

Zooming into Bronkhorstspruit, here are 5 other schools to compare against Zithobeni Secondary School.

  • Bronkhorstspruit Primary School teaches considerably more learners than Zithobeni Secondary School, 1,720 compared with 1,052; is a public primary school, a different phase than Zithobeni Secondary School; and charges fees under quintile Q5.
  • Dan Kutumela Secondary School is noticeably bigger, teaching 1,658 learners against Zithobeni Secondary School's 1,052; charges fees under quintile Q2; and posted a lower matric pass rate, 82.8% against Zithobeni Secondary School's 89.4%.
  • Mshuluzane Mayisela Primary School is noticeably bigger, teaching 1,630 learners against Zithobeni Secondary School's 1,052; is a public primary school, a different phase than Zithobeni Secondary School; and charges fees under quintile Q3.
  • Strauss Secondary School is noticeably bigger, teaching 1,522 learners against Zithobeni Secondary School's 1,052; charges fees under quintile Q2; and posted a lower matric pass rate, 79.6% against Zithobeni Secondary School's 89.4%.
  • Sihluziwe Primary School teaches considerably more learners than Zithobeni Secondary School, 1,516 compared with 1,052; is a public primary school, a different phase than Zithobeni Secondary School; and charges fees under quintile Q2.
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.
Provincial admissions

Applying to Zithobeni Secondary School for 2027

As a public school, Zithobeni Secondary School follows Gauteng's centralised 2027 admissions process for Grade 1 and Grade 8, applied for online via the Gauteng Online Admissions System (the 2027 window ran from 5 August to 4 September 2026). See the video below for how it works, and the full Gauteng School Application Process Guide for the complete process.

Gauteng Department of Education: how to apply through the online admissions system.

Get in touch

Contact and location

Address
3567, Mashego Street, Zithobeni Ext 3, Bronkhorstspruit, Bronkhorstspruit
Postal
2649 Bronkhorstspruit 1020
Telephone
013 937 2000
EMIS number
700400516

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Frequently asked questions
Are applications open at Zithobeni 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 Zithobeni Secondary School directly, on 013 937 2000, what its current 2027 intake dates are.
How do you apply to Zithobeni 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 Zithobeni Secondary School the best school in Bronkhorstspruit?
On the numbers that are published, Zithobeni Secondary School's 89.4% matric pass rate is the highest among the schools we track nearby, ahead of DAN KUTUMELA SECONDARY SCHOOL at 82.8%.
How many other schools are there in Bronkhorstspruit besides Zithobeni Secondary School?
Schoolhive lists at least 10 other schools in and around Bronkhorstspruit, including Bronkhorstspruit Primary School.
How big are the classes at Zithobeni Secondary School?
Zithobeni Secondary School reported 1,052 learners and 33 educators, a school-wide ratio of roughly 32 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 Zithobeni Secondary School?
Yes, Zithobeni 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 Zithobeni Secondary School's matric results like?
Zithobeni Secondary School's most recent National Senior Certificate pass rate was 89.4%, in 2025. That's up from 80.3% in 2023.
Is Zithobeni Secondary School a public or private school?
Zithobeni Secondary School is a public secondary school. It falls under the government schooling system and receives state funding.
How can I contact Zithobeni Secondary School?
You can call 013 937 2000. It is located at 3567, Mashego Street, Zithobeni Ext 3, Bronkhorstspruit, Bronkhorstspruit.
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