Overview
Buwa Junior Secondary School is a public combined school (Grades R–12) located in Umtata, Mthatha, Eastern Cape, South Africa. It currently enrols 255 learners and is staffed by 14 educators (a learner-to-educator ratio of approximately 18:1), 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 44 other combined schools in Umtata.
School fees
Buwa Junior Secondary School charges no tuition fees. Plan instead for uniforms, stationery and learner transport.
Public combined school (Grades R–12); fees regulated by the SA Schools Act.
Fee questions
How much are school fees at Buwa Junior Secondary School for 2027?
Tuition at Buwa 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 082 835 7407 for specifics.
Is Buwa Junior Secondary School a no-fee school?
Yes, Buwa 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 255 learners.
What is the quintile of Buwa Junior Secondary School and what does it mean for fees?
Classified as Q1 by the Department of Basic Education, Buwa Junior Secondary School falls within the no-fee category, meaning the 255 learners attending here in Umtata, Mthatha, Eastern Cape pay no school fees.
How to apply
To enrol your child at Buwa Junior Secondary School, families in Eastern Cape apply directly at the Buwa Junior Secondary School school office. The exact Grade R, Grade 1 or Grade 8 process in the Or Tambo Inland education district is summarised below.
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Confirm availability with Buwa Junior Secondary School
Call 082 835 7407 to confirm whether Buwa 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 Sithebe A/A,Mthatha,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 Buwa Junior Secondary School during the school's published admission window.
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Pay any required deposits or fees
Buwa 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 Buwa 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)
- Most recent end-of-year report from the previous school
- Transfer letter from the previous school (for Grade 8+ transfers)
Admissions questions
How do I apply to Buwa Junior Secondary School for the next school year?
To apply to Buwa Junior Secondary School for the next academic year, collect and submit the application form directly at Buwa 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 Buwa Junior Secondary School via phone 082 835 7407.
What documents do I need to apply at Buwa Junior Secondary School?
Buwa 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 Buwa Junior Secondary School (phone 082 835 7407) for any school-specific requirements.