St Marks Diocesan High School is a mission school in Mashonaland West, Chegutu, where learners are educated on a Christian-based perspective. The school offers the Zimsec syllabus.
The school is approximately 25-30 km from Halfway along the Harare-Bulawayo highway. There is a 13 km dust road to the school after turning off from the highway. The Anglican church owns the school.
St Mark’s Diocesan High School has made remarkable progress in both academics and infrastructure development.
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The school is recognized for effectively implementing the Education 5.0 model, which emphasizes hands-on learning.
St Mark’s has introduced various income-generating projects, such as fabrication, fish-farming, an abattoir, a float tray nursery, piggery, and poultry.
These projects not only support the school financially but also equip students with practical business skills.
The income from these ventures has allowed the school to acquire additional resources like a commuter omnibus (pictured) and a superette, offering affordable items to students while fostering business acumen in them.
Vocational training is also a significant part of the curriculum, providing students with essential life skills through hands-on learning in projects like piggery and abattoir management. This prepares students for life beyond school.
In May 2024, St Mark’s High School was honored at the inaugural Anglican Diocese of Harare CPCA Bishop’s Merit Awards, receiving recognition and a US$5,000 prize for their achievements.
These advancements highlight the school’s dedication to providing a holistic education that prepares students for future challenges.
School Achievements and Recognition
St. Mark’s Diocesan Awarded Secretary’s Bell Merit Award
On March 11, 2025, St. Mark’s Diocesan School received the Secretary’s Bell Merit Award presented by the Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Primary and Secondary Education.
In his remarks, the Permanent Secretary commended the school for its exemplary performance across various aspects, including academic excellence, infrastructure, and the moral development of its students.
He highlighted that the school had previously received the Bishop’s Merit Award on May 10, 2024. He also acknowledged the various projects that were commissioned during the award ceremony.
St Mark’s Pass Rate
In 2024, St Mark’s Diocesan High School achieved notable pass rates for both O and A levels. The O-level pass rate was 72.8%, while the A-level pass rate stood at 69.8%, placing the school among the top 100 institutions in Zimbabwe.
This reflects the school’s ongoing commitment to academic excellence and its consistent performance over the years.
Looking back at previous years, St Mark’s has maintained a strong academic record. In 2020, the school’s O-level performance was similarly impressive, ranking it among the top schools in the country.
This consistent achievement over the years highlights the school’s dedication to providing quality education and fostering an environment conducive to academic success.
Further back in 2014, St Mark’s Mhondoro was ranked 34th among the top A-level schools with a pass rate of 97.92%.
This earlier success laid a solid foundation for the school’s reputation, demonstrating its ability to sustain high academic standards and support student achievement over the long term.
St Marks Diocesan High School Fees
The termly fee is approximately US$550.
This makes St Marks one of the most affordable boarding schools in Zimbabwe.
St Marks Diocesan High School Admission Requirements
There are no St Mark’s High School application forms for Form One Places 2027. The enrolment is done through the Ministry of Education’s EMAP platform.
This is available after the publication of the Grade 7 results. St Mark’s High has a cut-off requirement of 6 to 8 units, making admission competitive.
St Marks High School Uniform
St Mark’s Diocesan High School Uniform List for Girls: Available at School
- Maroon Blazer: 1 – $50.00
- Maroon Tracksuit: 1 – $50.00
- Maroon Pinafore Dress: 3 – $25.00 each, Total $75.00
- Maroon Jersey: 1 – $25.00
- Maroon Half Jersey: 1 – $20.00
- Long Sleeved White Shirt (Sunday Wear): 1 – $20.00
- Short Sleeved White Shirt: 1 – $15.00
- Short Sleeved Beige Shirts: 3 – $15.00 each, Total $45.00
- Stripped Maroon & Gold Tie: 1 – $5.00
- Maroon Socks: 3 – $3.00 each, Total $9.00
- White Socks: 3 – $1.00 each, Total $3.00
- Maroon Sun Hat: 1 – $10.00
- Maroon/White Boxer-Shorts: 2 – $8.00 each, Total $16.00
- Yellow T-Shirt (School Logo): 2 – $10.00 each, Total $20.00
- Report Booklet: 1 – $5.00
- School I.D.: 1 – $10.00
Total: $378.00
Other Requirements (Not Supplied at School)
| Item | Item |
|---|---|
| Mattress | 3-4 blankets |
| 2 pairs maroon sheets (Summer & Winter) | 2 pairs black shoes |
| Gum shoes | 2 pillow cases |
| 1 pillow | 1 cup, plate & spoon-metal |
| 1 bucket x 2 | 1 rechargeable light/torch |
| 1 trunk | 30 counter books (1-2 Quire) |
| 20 exercise books (32/72 Page) | Pegs |
| Raincoat/umbrella | Toiletry and sanitary materials |
| 1 pair black/white takkies | 1 blue work suit |
| 2 plain yellow T-shirts | 1 maroon bedspread |
| 2 pairs pyjamas | 1 satchel |
| Toothpaste | Shoe polish |
| Fork and knife | Combs/hair brush |
| Toothbrush | Food trunk |
| Washing powder & bathing soap |
The uniform list for boys is currently unavailable. However, it is expected to be similar in cost and items to the girls’ list.
If you have the specific uniform list for boys, please share it in the comments below, and we will update the profile accordingly.
St Mark’s Diocesan High School Tuck List
St Mark’s Tuck List
- 4 × 500ml Minute Maid (fresh up only – no juices, as parents are pouring juice into Mazoe containers as a way of cheating).
- 2 kg packets of UNIMAPUTI.
- 2 boxes of small Lays (60s) / spuds / Chompkins (no big packets of 105g).
- Foam bath.
- 2 kg loose biscuits.
- 4 tablets of bathing soap.
- 4 kg washing powder.
- 1 green or blue bar.
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Note:
- No sending parcels with any staff member or through the Diocese.
- All unlawful food items will be confiscated and donated to Shearly Cripps Orphanage Home.
- Form 3, 4, 5, and 6 learners to bring laptops (at their own risk).
- Laptops will be confiscated if misused.
- Some sites will be blocked/prohibited at school (e.g., WhatsApp, movies, etc.).
- Tuesdays and Thursdays: All learners must wear simple black tennis shoes.
- No irons allowed.
- School fees must be paid on or before school opens (hard copy proof of payment may be brought).
- Opening day cut-off time: 4:30 pm
- No admission for latecomers. Parents are advised to adhere to the stipulated times.
- Learners are encouraged to study hard during the holidays for better results.
- No short pinafore dresses or skirts.
- All learners must bring Anglican hymn books or US$15 to purchase one.
St Marks Diocesan High School Contact Details
Cell: +263 772 725 522 (Heads Number)
+263 717 986 692 (Deputy Head)
+263 717 298 274
St Marks School
PO Box 540,
Chegutu, Zimbabwe
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Other Anglican Schools are:
- St Augustine’s High School
- St Faith’s High School
- St David’s High School Bonda
- Langham Girls High
- St Jonh’s Chikwaka High
FAQ’s On St Marks Mhondoro High School
The 2024 O-level pass rate for St Marks High School was 72.8%, while the A-level pass rate stood at 69.8%
The cutoff units are 6-8 for both boys and girls.
The 2025 fees for St Mark’s are US$1500, which includes once-off levies and uniforms for new Form 1 students. The termly fee is US$550.
The Uniform’s at St Marks Mhondoro cost $378.
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academics performace
it's improving every time students write their final examinations
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ndechekumama chikoro ichochi
ndozvishaya kuti chikoro pachii chinhu chinenge imba yenguruve
chinejecha rekuti uchibva kunogeza unoita kunge wamboswimwa mumadhaka neshena iri mumukanwa
apa tinopihwa 2slices dzechingwa
haa ini hangu ndashora varume
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Ichi bodo, ndatobvisa wangu ikoko. Unoenda kuconsultation ugoona mateachers kana 3 achiti started working pano this week, kuma dorms vana vari crowded rough ina headmistress vacho unozvishaya. Mwana akarwara they ignore or delay kuendesa kuhospital. Administration dzavo dziri poor, they don't engage parents muma school projects and end up prioritising zvinhu zvsiri necessary. Matoilets ku boys haasi ese anoshanda haaa uko its at owners risk.
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**Review of St Mark's Diocesan High School: Fees, Pass Rates, and School Environment**
St Marks Mhondoro .Maf1 ethis yr pakutanga vakabhadhara $1250 including uniforms then $415 termly $20 incentive asi passrate yavo nediet boo chero bullying handisat ndainzwa.
Mhondoro Ngezi ndeche Anglican
toturna nepaHalfway it's abt 25-30kms from halfway tozosvika paturn off inoenda kuxl pane 13 kms dust road kusvika kuxl
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