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St Barnabas Independent School
Durban North, KwaZulu-Natal
St Barnabas Independent School is a private high school in Durban North, KwaZulu-Natal, in the Umlazi education district. The Department of Basic Education classifies it as a secondary school. In 2025 it had 33 learners and 11 educators, about 3 learners per educator. That makes it smaller than the average for private high schools in KwaZulu-Natal (168 learners). In the 2025 matric exams, 83.3% of its 6 candidates passed (KwaZulu-Natal average: 90.6%). As an independent school it sets its own fees and admission requirements, so contact the school directly for current fees.
Matric (NSC) results
83.3% of the school's 6 matric candidates passed in 2025, below the KwaZulu-Natal average of 90.6%.
| Year | Wrote | Passed | Pass rate | KwaZulu-Natal |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 4 | 4 | 100.0% | 86.4% |
| 2024 | 10 | 10 | 100.0% | 89.7% |
| 2025 | 6 | 5 | 83.3% | 90.6% |
Source: Department of Basic Education, 2025 NSC School Performance Report. Pass rate = candidates who achieved the NSC ÷ candidates who wrote. It doesn't show bachelor passes, distinctions or learners who left before Grade 12.
School facts
| School type | Private high school |
|---|---|
| Phase (DBE) | Secondary School |
| Specialisation | Secondary Subjects |
| Sector | Independent (private) |
| Section 21 | No |
| Learners (2025) | 33 |
| Educators (2025) | 11 |
| Learners per educator | 3 (province average 12) Fewer learners per educator than 90% of 41 similar schools |
| EMIS number | 500422651 |
| Exam centre number | 5411284 |
Address and location
| Street address | 19 Ennisdale Street,durban North,4051 |
|---|---|
| Postal address | Post Office,durban North,4051 |
| Town | Durban North |
| Province | KwaZulu-Natal |
| Education district | Umlazi |
| Circuit | Emgeni North |
| Municipality | Ethekwini Metropolitan Municipality |
| Ward | 59500036 |
Admissions
Independent schools run their own admissions. Contact the school for application dates, fees and entrance requirements.
Questions about St Barnabas Independent School
Is St Barnabas Independent School a public or private school?
St Barnabas Independent School is a private high school, registered with the Department of Basic Education as an independent school.
How much are the fees at St Barnabas Independent School?
Independent schools set their own fees, so contact the school for its current fee schedule, registration fee and deposit.
What is St Barnabas Independent School's matric pass rate?
83.3% of its 6 candidates passed the 2025 NSC exams, against 90.6% for KwaZulu-Natal. Earlier years: 2023 100.0%, 2024 100.0%.
How many learners are at St Barnabas Independent School?
33 learners and 11 educators (about 3 learners per educator) in 2025. That is fewer learners per educator than 90% of 41 similar schools in KwaZulu-Natal.
What is the EMIS number of St Barnabas Independent School?
Its EMIS number is 500422651. Its exam centre number is 5411284.
Where is St Barnabas Independent School?
19 Ennisdale Street,durban North,4051. It is in Durban North, KwaZulu-Natal, in the Umlazi education district. Phone 031 563 2158.
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Source: DBE EMIS School Masterlist, Quarter 3 of 2025. Details can change; please confirm with the school.