Zwangendaba High School is a mixed secondary school located in Lupane, Matabeleland North Province. The School is named after the renowned Ngoni King Zwangendaba. It is officially registered under the Ministry of Primary and Secondary Education (MoPSE), and is recognised as one of the leading secondary schools in the district.
Zwangendaba High School is situated about 170 kilometres north of Bulawayo and provides quality education in a disciplined and supportive learning environment. As of 2022, the school had an enrolment of 471 learners, comprising 262 girls and 209 boys aged between 13 and 18 years.
The institution continues to strive for excellence in both academic performance and school management. Following a school management and leadership training programme in early 2022, the school has strengthened its vision to become one of the best-run schools in the district, thereby improving learner outcomes and pass rates.
Zwangendaba High School Curriculum
The school offers a broad curriculum covering academic, technical, and practical subjects. The curriculum is designed to equip learners with both theoretical knowledge and practical skills, preparing them for the ZIMSEC (Zimbabwe School Examinations Council) examinations at the appropriate levels.
Key areas of study include:
Languages: English and Ndebele.
Sciences: Mathematics and Combined Science.
Humanities: History and Geography.
Practical Subjects: Agriculture, Building Technology and Design, Textile Technology and Design, and Physical Education (PE).
Zwangendaba High School Fees
Zwangendaba High School offers affordable boarding school fees, making quality secondary education accessible to learners from different backgrounds. As a low-cost boarding school, the school is committed to providing a supportive learning environment while keeping education affordable for parents and guardians.
The 2026 fees are structured as follows:
- School Fees: $165-00
- Grounds Levy: $1-00
Zwangendaba High School Admission Requirements
To be admitted to the school, new learners applying for Form 1, Form 5, or transferring from another school must submit the following documents and items during registration. These requirements help ensure a smooth admission process and proper placement.
For Form 1 applicants, Grade 7 results are required. Transfer students must provide a Transfer Letter from their previous school. All new learners are also required to pay a $10.00 admission fee and purchase a school T-shirt, hat, and shorts for $16.00.
For administrative purposes, each learner must bring two reams of bond paper (500 sheets each). Additional supporting documents include:
- A clearance letter from the previous school
- Proof of residence issued by the Village Head
- A photocopy of the learner’s birth certificate
- A photocopy of the parent or guardian’s national ID
These requirements support accurate registration, identity verification, and a seamless transition into the school community.
Zwangendaba High School Uniforms
The School Uniform list is as follows:
Girls Uniform
Forms 1–4:
Learners wear:
- Maroon six-panel skirt
- White blouse/shirt
- Maroon tie
- Maroon jersey
- Maroon blazer.
- Maroon socks, white socks
- Black school shoes
- Maroon sun hat.
Forms 5–6:
- Black skirt with inverted pleats
- Sky blue shirt
- Black jersey
- Black blazer.
- Black socks with white stripes
- Black school shoes
- White sun hat
- Royal blue tie with white stripes.
Boys Uniform
Forms 1–4:
Learners wear:
- Grey trousers
- White shirt
- Maroon jersey
- Maroon blazer
- Maroon tie.
- Grey socks
- Black school shoes
- Maroon sun hat.
Forms 5–6:
Senior boys wear:
- Black trousers
- Sky blue shirt
- Black jersey
- Black blazer
- Back socks
- Black school shoes
- White sun hat
- Royal blue tie with white stripes.
Zwangendaba High School Stationery Requirements
Zwangendaba High School requires learners to bring the necessary stationery to support their academic work and daily learning activities. Below is the stationary list:
- 10 Counter Books (2 Quire+)
- 15 Exercise Books (72 pages each)
- Mathematical Set
- Calculator
- Pens
- Pencils
- Ruler
Boarding Requirements
All boarding learners at Zwangendaba High School are required to bring the following groceries and personal items for Term 1, 2026.
- 10kg Rice (Parboiled)
- 30kg Maize Meal
- 4kg Soya Chunks
- 2 Litres + 750ml Cooking Oil
- 2kg Sugar
- 3 Packets Royco Soup
- 5kg Sugar Beans
- 1 Litre Peanut Butter
- 2 × 500ml Sterilised Milk
- 1kg Fine Salt
- 750ml Dishwashing Liquid
Note: The school does not cater to special diets.
Other Requirements
Boarders are also required to bring:
- Foam rubber single mattress
- Blankets
- Plate and spoon
- 4 tablets of bath soap
- Body cream
- Toothpaste
- Tissue paper
- Shoe polish
- Personal toiletries for girls
These requirements help learners maintain a comfortable and hygienic boarding environment throughout the school term.
Zwangendaba High School Contact Details
HEAD: 0774 561 485
D/HEAD: 0775 195 295
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