Overview
Bityi Junior Secondary School is a public primary school (Grades R–7) located in Umtata, Mthatha, Eastern Cape, South Africa. It currently enrols 210 learners and is staffed by 7 educators (a learner-to-educator ratio of approximately 30:1), and is officially classified as a no-fee school under Q1. It falls within the Or Tambo Inland education district.
Benchmark against nearby schools
Compared with 120 other primary schools in Umtata.
School fees
Bityi Junior Secondary School charges no tuition fees. Plan instead for uniforms, stationery, transport and outings.
Public primary school (Grades R–7); fees regulated by the SA Schools Act.
Fee questions
How much are school fees at Bityi Junior Secondary School for 2027?
Tuition at Bityi Junior Secondary School for the 2027 academic year is R0; the school is officially classified as no-fee (Q1) by the Department of Basic Education in the Or Tambo Inland district. Parents may still need to cover uniform and stationery costs; phone 083 226 0993 for specifics.
Is Bityi Junior Secondary School a no-fee school?
Yes, Bityi Junior Secondary School is officially a no-fee school (Q1), recognised as such by the Department of Basic Education in the Or Tambo Inland district. No tuition is charged to any of its 210 learners.
What is the quintile of Bityi Junior Secondary School and what does it mean for fees?
As a Q1 public primary school (Grades R–7) in the Or Tambo Inland district, Bityi Junior Secondary School is funded entirely by the state under the no-fee policy applied to Quintiles 1 through 3.
How to apply
To enrol your child at Bityi Junior Secondary School, families in Eastern Cape apply directly at the Bityi Junior Secondary School school office. The exact Grade R or Grade 1 (and other grade transfers) process in the Or Tambo Inland education district is summarised below.
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Confirm availability with Bityi Junior Secondary School
Call 083 226 0993 to confirm whether Bityi Junior Secondary School has open places for the year you're applying.
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Start the application
Collect the official application form from Bityi Loc,Mqhekezweni A/A,Mthatha,5099 or download it from the Eastern Cape Department of Education website.
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Submit your documents
Submit the completed form and certified copies of all supporting documents to Bityi Junior Secondary School during the school's published admission window.
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Pay any required deposits or fees
Bityi Junior Secondary School is a no-fee school (Q1), so no tuition is payable. Budget for uniforms and stationery.
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Confirm placement and enrol
Wait for confirmation from Bityi Junior Secondary School. If declined, you may appeal at the Or Tambo Inland district office under the Eastern Cape Department of Education.
- Certified copy of the learner's birth certificate or ID
- Certified copies of both parents'/guardians' South African IDs (or passport/permit for non-citizens)
- Proof of residence (utility bill not older than 3 months)
- Latest school report
- Immunisation card / clinic card (especially for Grade R / Grade 1)
- Road-to-Health booklet (Grade R / Grade 1 entry)
Admissions questions
How do I apply to Bityi Junior Secondary School for the next school year?
To apply to Bityi Junior Secondary School for the next academic year, collect and submit the application form directly at Bityi Junior Secondary School. In the Eastern Cape, applications are made directly at the school office and confirmed by the district. For confirmation of available places, contact Bityi Junior Secondary School via phone 083 226 0993.
What documents do I need to apply at Bityi Junior Secondary School?
Bityi Junior Secondary School requires the following documents for admission: • Certified copy of the learner's birth certificate or ID • Certified copies of both parents'/guardians' South African IDs (or passport/permit for non-citizens) • Proof of residence (utility bill not older than 3 months) • Latest school report • Immunisation card / clinic card (especially for Grade R / Grade 1) Contact Bityi Junior Secondary School (phone 083 226 0993) for any school-specific requirements.