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Private high school
St James College
Provincial House, KwaZulu-Natal
St James College is a private high school in Provincial House, KwaZulu-Natal, in the Umlazi education district. The Department of Basic Education classifies it as a secondary school. In 2025 it had 153 learners and 14 educators, about 10.9 learners per educator. That makes it about the same size as the average for private high schools in KwaZulu-Natal (168 learners). In the 2025 matric exams, 37.1% of its 151 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
37.1% of the school's 151 matric candidates passed in 2025, below the KwaZulu-Natal average of 90.6%.
| Year | Wrote | Passed | Pass rate | KwaZulu-Natal |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 101 | 64 | 63.4% | 89.7% |
| 2025 | 151 | 56 | 37.1% | 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) | 153 |
| Educators (2025) | 14 |
| Learners per educator | 10.9 (province average 12) Fewer learners per educator than 44% of 41 similar schools |
| EMIS number | 500275761 |
| Exam centre number | 5411239 |
Address and location
| Street address | 85 B Street,provincial House,durban,4001 |
|---|---|
| Postal address | P.O.Box 5705,durban,4001 |
| Town | Provincial House |
| Province | KwaZulu-Natal |
| Education district | Umlazi |
| Circuit | Kwakangela |
| Municipality | Ethekwini Metropolitan Municipality |
| Ward | 59500028 |
| Former department | New Education Department |
Admissions
Independent schools run their own admissions. Contact the school for application dates, fees and entrance requirements.
Questions about St James College
Is St James College a public or private school?
St James College is a private high school, registered with the Department of Basic Education as an independent school.
How much are the fees at St James College?
Independent schools set their own fees, so contact the school for its current fee schedule, registration fee and deposit.
What is St James College's matric pass rate?
37.1% of its 151 candidates passed the 2025 NSC exams, against 90.6% for KwaZulu-Natal. Earlier years: 2024 63.4%.
How many learners are at St James College?
153 learners and 14 educators (about 10.9 learners per educator) in 2025. That is fewer learners per educator than 44% of 41 similar schools in KwaZulu-Natal.
What is the EMIS number of St James College?
Its EMIS number is 500275761. Its exam centre number is 5411239.
Where is St James College?
85 B Street,provincial House,durban,4001. It is in Provincial House, KwaZulu-Natal, in the Umlazi education district. Phone 067 265 7812.
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Source: DBE EMIS School Masterlist, Quarter 3 of 2025. Details can change; please confirm with the school.