Overview
Gabazi Junior Secondary School is a public primary school (Grades R–7) located in Qumbu, Eastern Cape, South Africa. It currently enrols 312 learners and is staffed by 12 educators (a learner-to-educator ratio of approximately 26:1), 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 110 other primary schools in Qumbu.
School fees
Gabazi Junior Secondary School charges no tuition fees. Plan instead for uniforms, stationery and learner transport.
Public primary school (Grades R–7); fees regulated by the SA Schools Act.
Fee questions
How much are school fees at Gabazi Junior Secondary School for 2027?
Gabazi Junior Secondary School is a no-fee public primary school (Grades R–7) in Qumbu, Eastern Cape, so parents pay no tuition fees for 2027. All 312 enrolled learners attend at no charge. Budget instead for uniforms, stationery and transport. For voluntary contributions or admission fees, phone 073 627 3177.
Is Gabazi Junior Secondary School a no-fee school?
Gabazi Junior Secondary School is classified no-fee under Q1 and forms part of the state-funded schools serving Qumbu, Eastern Cape. Parents pay no tuition fees.
What is the quintile of Gabazi Junior Secondary School and what does it mean for fees?
Gabazi Junior Secondary School is a Q1 school, the lowest of three quintile bands designated as "no-fee" under the SA Schools Act. Serving the Qumbu, 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 Gabazi Junior Secondary School, families in Eastern Cape apply directly at the Gabazi 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.
-
1
Confirm availability with Gabazi Junior Secondary School
Call 073 627 3177 to confirm whether Gabazi Junior Secondary School has open places for the year you're applying.
-
2
Start the application
Collect the official application form from Gabazi Jss,P.O. Box 241,Qumbu,5180 or download it from the Eastern Cape Department of Education website.
-
3
Submit your documents
Submit the completed form and certified copies of all supporting documents to Gabazi Junior Secondary School during the school's published admission window.
-
4
Pay any required deposits or fees
Gabazi Junior Secondary School is a no-fee school (Q1), so no tuition is payable. Budget for uniforms and stationery.
-
5
Confirm placement and enrol
Wait for confirmation from Gabazi 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 Gabazi Junior Secondary School for the next school year?
Gabazi 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 073 627 3177 to confirm openings in the Or Tambo Inland district.
What documents do I need to apply at Gabazi Junior Secondary School?
When applying to Gabazi 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 Gabazi Junior Secondary School depending on the grade; confirm via phone 073 627 3177.