KwaZulu-Natal • Ladysmith • EMIS 500296444

Windsor Secondary School

Discipulus Tuus Sum

Excellence • Character • Leadership

School TimesMon–Thu 07:30–14:30
Phone036 637 2011
2027 AdmissionsOpen — Forms at School
Matric 202595.7% Pass Rate 🏆

1200+

Learners

48

Staff Members

100+

Years of Excellence

95.7%

Matric Pass Rate

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Academics

Grades 8–12 • CAPS-aligned

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Uniform

Monthly dress code

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School Fees

R2 800 p.a. • NEDBANK

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Calendar

Full 2026 year plan

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Stationery

Grade 8 & 9 list

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95.7%
Matric 2025
DBE Award — Klipriver Circuit

Matric Class of 2025 — Outstanding Achievement

Windsor Secondary School was awarded this prestigious accolade by the Department of Basic Education in honour of the sterling performance by the Matric Class of 2025. We congratulate every learner, educator, and parent.

Message from Our Principal

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Mr K.R. Mbatha

Principal
2026 Theme: Promoting Excellence Through Determination and Hard Work

Warm Windsor Greetings. On behalf of the staff at Windsor Secondary, I am happy to welcome you and your child/ward to the 2026 academic year. We are looking forward to a productive partnership with you to ensure our children can achieve their highest potential.

Windsor is a pretty easy school to navigate — so do not worry Grade 8's, you won't get lost. There are Prefects here to guide you. To all future Patriots, believe it or not, you will be Windsor Secondary's graduating class of 2031.

Yours in Education — Mr K.R. Mbatha, Principal

School Leadership

The management team guiding Windsor Secondary School

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Principal

Mr K.R. Mbatha

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Deputy Principal

Ms E.G. Zwane

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Head of Department

Mr F.S. Mahomed

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Head of Department

Ms N.G. Masimula

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Head of Department

Mr N.P. Mkhasibe

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What We Offer

A well-rounded education for every learner

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Academic Excellence

CAPS-aligned curriculum for Grades 8–12, preparing learners for higher education.

Sports & Activities

Football, netball, rugby, volleyball, athletics and chess develop the whole learner.

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Arts & Culture

Drama, music and cultural events celebrate our rich heritage and creative expression.

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Leadership

RCL and prefect programmes develop confident, responsible future citizens.

Subjects Offered

CAPS-aligned curriculum — Grades 8 to 12

Languages
  • English Home Language
  • IsiZulu First Additional Language
Maths & Science
  • Mathematics
  • Mathematical Literacy
  • Physical Sciences
  • Life Sciences
  • Natural Sciences
  • Technology
Commerce
  • Accounting
  • Business Studies
  • Economics
  • Economic & Management Sciences
Humanities & Other
  • History
  • Geography
  • Social Sciences
  • Life Orientation
  • Creative Arts
  • Consumer Studies

Sports & Activities

Developing the whole learner beyond the classroom

Football
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Netball
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Rugby
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Volleyball
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Athletics
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Chess
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Drama
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Music

Latest News

Stay up to date with Windsor

April 2026 • Academic

Term 2 Begins — Welcome Back

All learners are reminded to bring stationery, textbooks and wear full school uniform from day one.

March 2026 • Achievement

Matric 2025 — 95.7% Pass Rate

Outstanding results — congratulations to all learners, educators and parents on this achievement.

January 2026 • Admissions

Grade 8 Induction — 13 January 2026

New Grade 8 learners welcomed at 08:00. Venue: Windsor Secondary. Dress code: Summer uniform.

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Term Dates 2026

Term 1
14 Jan – 27 Mar
10 weeks
Term 2
8 Apr – 26 Jun
11 weeks
Term 3
21 Jul – 23 Sep
10 weeks
Term 4
6 Oct – 4 Dec
8 weeks
Full Year Calendar

School Rules

Key standards expected of all Windsor learners

Behaviour & Conduct
  • 01Attend school daily and arrive punctually
  • 02Respect all staff, learners and school property
  • 03No cell phones during school hours
  • 04No violence, bullying or intimidation
  • 05Complete all homework and assignments on time
Uniform & Appearance
  • 01Wear full prescribed monthly uniform daily
  • 02No hair colour, dye, extensions or fancy accessories
  • 03No jewellery except a wristwatch
  • 04Short, neat nails — no nail polish
  • 05No make-up or colour contact lenses
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Our Vision

"Windsor shall strive to be the site of education excellence through a sustained all-round development of the learner through the acquisition of skill, values and attitude."

Our Mission

  • Provision of quality education to all learners
  • Recognise individuality and develop relevant skills
  • Holistic development — academic, moral and spiritual
  • Maintenance of a disciplinary code that respects dignity
  • Sustainable programmes embedded in excellence
About Windsor

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Contact Details

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Address28 Forbes Street, Ladysmith, 3370
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Phone036 637 2011
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Fax036 637 3632
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HoursMon–Thu 07:30–14:30 • Fri 07:30–12:30
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