Tunduma TC Secondary School is located 10 kilometers from Mpemba Bus Station for those coming from the Mbeya-Tunduma highway. Public transport, such as buses, is available from Mpemba Station, with fares as follows: 700 TZS by bus, 3000 TZS by motorcycle, and 1000 TZS by tricycle.
For those arriving via the Sumbawanga-Tunduma highway, alight at Kilimanjaro or Sogea bus stops, which are about one kilometer from the school.
Important Requirements for New Students
- School Uniforms
- Two pairs of trousers: one in grape color and one in dark gray
- Two long-sleeved white shirts
- Sports attire: two blue exercise shorts and two pairs of sports shoes
- Black school shoes with laces and low heels
- Two pairs of black socks
- Black leather belt for trousers
- Black sweater
- Casual wear (for farmwork): one dark blue trousers
- Two ties matching the trousers’ color
- Two gray collared T-shirts (available at the school for 15,000 TZS each)
- One dark blue tracksuit with the national flag stripe (available at the school for 24,000 TZS each)
Note: It is recommended that uniforms be tailored at the school to ensure the correct color and style.
- Additional Essential Supplies
- 12 four-quire counter books
- Two reams of A4 paper (annually)
- Textbooks for specific subjects (see attached list)
- Scientific calculator for students taking Geography, Economics, or Basic Applied Mathematics (BAM)
- Mattress (2.5 feet), blue mosquito net
- Two-bed sheets, one blanket, and one mattress cover
- Sufficient personal clothing
- Eating utensils (plate, bowl, spoon, and cup)
- Two small buckets (10 liters) with lids
- Hoe and rake (for HGK, HGL, HKL students); rake and two brooms for HGE and HGli students
- One folder file and two passport-size photos with a blue background
- Copies of academic certificates (result slips and leaving certificate)
- One copy of the birth certificate
3. School Fees and Contributions
- School Operating Fee: 65,000 TZS
- Caution Fee: 5,000 TZS
- Badge Fee: 5,000 TZS
- School ID Fee: 5,000 TZS
- Total: 80,000 TZS
Fees should be deposited into the school account No. 0150659548000, CRDB Bank, Tunduma Branch.
4. School Rules and Regulations
The school operates under the Education Act No. 25 of 1978, amended by Act No. 10 of 1995, along with guidelines from the Ministry of Education, Science, and Technology and oversight by the President’s Office – Regional Administration and Local Government.
General School Regulations
- Respect for leaders, parents, staff, other students, and the community is mandatory.
- Attend all school activities as scheduled.
- Participate in evening classes (Preparation).
- Punctuality in all assigned school duties.
- Know and respect school boundaries.
- Maintain personal cleanliness and school environment.
- Wear the school uniform as required.
- Protect school property.
- Students may not possess sharp objects or medication without medical authorization.
- Students may not change religion or influence others to do so while at school.
Important Note
- Mobile phones are prohibited at school.
- Students must sleep in assigned dormitories and on designated beds.
- Leaving school requires permission from the Headmaster in cases of bereavement or illness.
5. Offenses Leading to Expulsion
- Theft
- Absenteeism exceeding 90 days without notification
- Inciting or participating in strikes
- Using offensive language toward others
- Physical altercations with students, staff, or anyone else
- Long hair or beards
- Alcohol, drug use, or smoking
- Sexual misconduct or relationships with others at school
- Pregnancy
- Criminal activities or political involvement
- Visiting entertainment or lodging establishments
- Possession or use of mobile phones at school
- Disrespect towards the National Flag
- Suicide threats or attempts
- Deliberate destruction of school property
Attachments and Forms Required
- Medical Examination Form (filled by a Government Hospital Doctor)
- Personal Information Form and Student Contract on Conduct
- Parental Agreement Form
- Four (4) photos of parents and close relatives authorized to visit the student, along with their contact numbers
Notice on Scams
Recently, there have been incidents of fraud where parents have been contacted by people posing as teachers, claiming a student is critically ill and asking for money. Do not send any funds if you receive such a message. Please verify any information with the school administration at the following contacts:
- Headmaster: 0763590186
- Deputy Headmaster: 0715252172
- Academic Senior Officer: 0683974955
- Student Welfare Senior Officer: 0758392012
Medical Insurance
All students are required to have health insurance; those without should make arrangements to obtain it.
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