Overview
Gengancwazi Senior Primary School is a public primary school (Grades R–7) located in Tsolo, MacLear, Eastern Cape, South Africa. It currently enrols 65 learners and is staffed by 5 educators (a learner-to-educator ratio of approximately 13:1), and is officially classified as a no-fee school under Q2. It falls within the Joe Gqabi education district.
Benchmark against nearby schools
Compared with 33 other primary schools in Tsolo.
School fees
Gengancwazi Senior Primary 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 Gengancwazi Senior Primary School for 2027?
Tuition at Gengancwazi Senior Primary School for the 2027 academic year is R0; the school is officially classified as no-fee (Q2) by the Department of Basic Education in the Joe Gqabi district. Parents may still need to cover uniform and stationery costs; phone 078 680 1091 for specifics.
Is Gengancwazi Senior Primary School a no-fee school?
Yes, Gengancwazi Senior Primary School is officially a no-fee school (Q2), recognised as such by the Department of Basic Education in the Joe Gqabi district. No tuition is charged to any of its 65 learners.
What is the quintile of Gengancwazi Senior Primary School and what does it mean for fees?
As a Q2 public primary school (Grades R–7) in the Joe Gqabi district, Gengancwazi Senior Primary 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 Gengancwazi Senior Primary School, families in Eastern Cape apply directly at the Gengancwazi Senior Primary School school office. The exact Grade R or Grade 1 (and other grade transfers) process in the Joe Gqabi education district is summarised below.
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Confirm availability with Gengancwazi Senior Primary School
Call 078 680 1091 to confirm whether Gengancwazi Senior Primary School has open places for the year you're applying.
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Start the application
Collect the official application form from Mbinja A/A,Ugie,5470 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 Gengancwazi Senior Primary School during the school's published admission window.
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Pay any required deposits or fees
Gengancwazi Senior Primary School is a no-fee school (Q2), so no tuition is payable. Budget for uniforms and stationery.
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Confirm placement and enrol
Wait for confirmation from Gengancwazi Senior Primary School. If declined, you may appeal at the Joe Gqabi 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 Gengancwazi Senior Primary School for the next school year?
To apply to Gengancwazi Senior Primary School for the next academic year, collect and submit the application form directly at Gengancwazi Senior Primary School. In the Eastern Cape, applications are made directly at the school office and confirmed by the district. For confirmation of available places, contact Gengancwazi Senior Primary School via phone 078 680 1091.
What documents do I need to apply at Gengancwazi Senior Primary School?
Gengancwazi Senior Primary 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 Gengancwazi Senior Primary School (phone 078 680 1091) for any school-specific requirements.