Overview
Cholaphantsi Junior Secondary School is a public combined school (Grades R–12) located in Umtata, Mthatha, Eastern Cape, South Africa. It currently enrols 304 learners and is staffed by 9 educators (a learner-to-educator ratio of approximately 34:1), 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
Cholaphantsi 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 Cholaphantsi Junior Secondary School for 2027?
Cholaphantsi Junior Secondary School is a no-fee public combined school (Grades R–12) in Umtata, Mthatha, Eastern Cape, so parents pay no tuition fees for 2027. All 304 enrolled learners attend at no charge. Budget instead for uniforms, stationery and transport. For voluntary contributions or admission fees, phone 083 479 8808.
Is Cholaphantsi Junior Secondary School a no-fee school?
Cholaphantsi Junior Secondary School is classified no-fee under Q1 and forms part of the state-funded schools serving Umtata, Mthatha, Eastern Cape. Parents pay no tuition fees.
What is the quintile of Cholaphantsi Junior Secondary School and what does it mean for fees?
Cholaphantsi Junior Secondary School is a Q1 school, the lowest of three quintile bands designated as "no-fee" under the SA Schools Act. Serving the Umtata, Mthatha, Eastern Cape community in the Or Tambo Inland district, it receives full state funding and parents are not charged tuition.
How to apply
To enrol your child at Cholaphantsi Junior Secondary School, families in Eastern Cape apply directly at the Cholaphantsi 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 Cholaphantsi Junior Secondary School
Call 083 479 8808 to confirm whether Cholaphantsi 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 Lower Xhongora,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 Cholaphantsi Junior Secondary School during the school's published admission window.
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Pay any required deposits or fees
Cholaphantsi 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 Cholaphantsi 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 Cholaphantsi Junior Secondary School for the next school year?
Cholaphantsi Junior Secondary School processes applications at the school office. In the Eastern Cape, applications are made directly at the school office and confirmed by the district. Reach the school directly via phone 083 479 8808 to confirm openings in the Or Tambo Inland district.
What documents do I need to apply at Cholaphantsi Junior Secondary School?
When applying to Cholaphantsi Junior Secondary School, you'll typically need: • 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) Additional items may be requested by Cholaphantsi Junior Secondary School depending on the grade; confirm via phone 083 479 8808.