Overview
Gandana Junior Secondary School is a public primary school (Grades R–7) located in Qumbu, Eastern Cape, South Africa. It currently enrols 212 learners and is staffed by 10 educators (a learner-to-educator ratio of approximately 21:1), 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
Gandana 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 Gandana Junior Secondary School for 2027?
Gandana 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 212 enrolled learners attend at no charge. Budget instead for uniforms, stationery and transport. For voluntary contributions or admission fees, phone 078 592 1542.
Is Gandana Junior Secondary School a no-fee school?
Gandana 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 Gandana Junior Secondary School and what does it mean for fees?
Gandana 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
Gandana Junior Secondary School accepts applications directly at the Gandana Junior Secondary School school office in the Or Tambo Inland education district. The steps and documents required for Grade R or Grade 1 (and other grade transfers) are detailed below.
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Confirm availability with Gandana Junior Secondary School
Call 078 592 1542 to confirm whether Gandana 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 Ngwemnyama A/A,P.O. Box 146,Qumbu,5187 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 Gandana Junior Secondary School during the school's published admission window.
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Pay any required deposits or fees
Gandana 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 Gandana 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 Gandana Junior Secondary School for the next school year?
Gandana 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 078 592 1542 to confirm openings in the Or Tambo Inland district.
What documents do I need to apply at Gandana Junior Secondary School?
When applying to Gandana 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 Gandana Junior Secondary School depending on the grade; confirm via phone 078 592 1542.