Silveira High School Profile & Parental Reviews For 2027💒

Silveira High School is a distinguished institution run by the Roman Catholic Church. It is located in Nyika, Masvingo province.

As a mixed-gender school, it offers both Ordinary and Advanced Level education. The institution offers boarding facilities that foster a structured and supportive learning environment.

Renowned for its academic excellence, Silveira High consistently achieves outstanding results in national examinations at both O and A levels.

The school’s commitment to quality education provides students with an ideal setting to excel academically.

Curriculum

Silveira High School follows the ZIMSEC curriculum and offers a broad range of subjects. Some of the key subjects available at the school include:

• Sciences: Biology, Mechanical Mathematics, Computer Science, Crop Science
• Humanities: History, Sociology, Heritage Studies
• Commercials: Business Studies, Economics
• Languages: Literature in English, Literature in Shona, Shona Language
• Technical Subjects: Building Technology and Design, Physical Education, Sport, and Mass Displays (PESMD)

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Silveria High School Admission Requirements

Enrollment for Form One places at Silveira High School for 2027 is conducted through the Ministry of Education’s Electronic Ministry Application Platform (EMAP).

This platform becomes accessible shortly after the Grade 7 results are released, typically around mid-November.

In addition to Form One enrollment, Students applying for Lower Six are required to submit their applications in person at the school once their O-Level results have been published.

Admission for Lower Six places is competitive, emphasizing the importance of academic excellence for prospective students.

Silveria High School Pass Rates

In the recent 2025 O-level results, Silveira High School recorded outstanding results. A total of 216 candidates were registered for the 2025 Ordinary Level examinations. Out of these, 214 out of 215 candidates passed five or more subjects, and 114 students attained five A’s or more, resulting in an overall pass rate of 99.53%

At A-level, 43 students attained 15 points. The school attained a 100% pass rate from a total of 113 learners. Of these, 103 learners scored 10 points or more, meaning only 10 learners scored below 10 points.

In the 2024 O-level results, the school had a total of 229 candidates. Out of those, 90 students secured a pass rate of 5As and above. Male candidates numbered 43, and female candidates numbered 47. This high academic achievement highlights the School’s dedication to high academic performance.

Moving on, in the A-Level 2024 examinations, the school had a total of 113 candidates, with 48 females and 55 males. Out of these, 103 students achieved 10 points and above, resulting in a 100% pass rate for the school.

In the November 2018 & November 2019 O-Level exams, respectively, the school attained a 64.67% & 96,12% pass rate in the

The 2019 results were so impressive that the school placed sixth in the top 100 schools in Zimbabwe. The other pass rates attained by the school over the years are:

• 64.67% O-Level 2013
• 63.49% at O-Level in 2015 

Silveira High School Fees

Silveira High School fees cost $1150, including Uniforms when starting form one. After that, termly fees are set at $565. However, the fee details for the current term are unknown.

As school fees may change, parents are encouraged to confirm the latest fee structure directly with Silveira High School to ensure they have the most up-to-date information.

Silverial High School Hostel Arrangement

Some parents have raised concerns regarding overcrowding in the hostel facilities at Silveira High School, particularly in the Form 1 boys’ dormitory.

According to the feedback, students are said to be sleeping in very close proximity, which some parents believe creates an uncomfortable and potentially unhygienic environment. They also noted limited walking space.

Additional concerns include rainwater reportedly entering through the dormitory door, further affecting living conditions. These issues have been linked to over-enrolment and, according to parents, may be affecting student comfort and well-being.

Below is a picture of the current dormitory situation.

Silveira High School Contact Details

Cell: 0773 553 178
Email Address: [email protected]
Address: P Bag 517,
Nyika,
Masvingo

View the school on Google Maps.

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good school

Thabang Ncube · 24/07/2025

this school is basically good judging by academic success and sporting success

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