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Graab Education Centre Primary School

King Williams Town, Eastern Cape

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Learners (2025)
815
Educators (2025)
27
Learner : Educator
30.2:1
2025 NSC Pass Rate
N/A
About this school

Overview

Graab Education Centre Primary School is a independent primary school (Grades R–7) located in King Williams Town, Eastern Cape, South Africa. It currently enrols 815 learners and is staffed by 27 educators (a learner-to-educator ratio of approximately 30:1), operating as a fee-charging school. It falls within the Buffalo City education district.

EMIS
200200536
Phase
Primary
Sector
Independent
Quintile
N/A
Learners (2025)
815
Province
Eastern Cape
How it compares

Benchmark against nearby schools

Compared with 140 other primary schools in King Williams Town.

Learner:educator ratio (lower is more staffed)
30.2:1
vs 26.0:1 area average
Ranks 96th of 141
Fees & funding

School fees

Status
Fee Charging
Indicative 2027 fee
R20,000 – R250,000+ per year (typical range)

Private school fees vary widely. Request the official 2027 fee schedule from Graab Education Centre Primary School directly.

Private primary school (Grades R–7); fees set by the school.

Fee questions

How much are school fees at Graab Education Centre Primary School for 2027?

Graab Education Centre Primary School is a fee-charging independent school in the Buffalo City district. Indicative 2027 fees: R20,000 – R250,000+ per year (typical range). Exact fees are confirmed by the School Governing Body before the school year begins. To get the official 2027 fee schedule, phone 043 642 1144.

Is Graab Education Centre Primary School a no-fee school?

Graab Education Centre Primary School does charge school fees. The amount is reviewed and approved annually by the School Governing Body.

What is the quintile of Graab Education Centre Primary School and what does it mean for fees?

As an independent (private) school in the Buffalo City district, Graab Education Centre Primary School is not assigned a government quintile. Its fee structure is set by the school's governing body and reflects the facilities, curriculum and programmes offered in King Williams Town, Eastern Cape.

Admissions

How to apply

Graab Education Centre Primary School accepts applications directly at the Graab Education Centre Primary School school office in the Buffalo City education district. The steps and documents required for Grade R or Grade 1 (and other grade transfers) are detailed below.

  1. 1
    Confirm availability with Graab Education Centre Primary School

    Call 043 642 1144 to confirm whether Graab Education Centre Primary School has open places for the year you're applying.

  2. 2
    Start the application

    Collect the official application form from 61 Amatola Row,Kwt,King Willams Town,5600 or download it from the Eastern Cape Department of Education website.

  3. 3
    Submit your documents

    Submit the completed form and certified copies of all supporting documents to Graab Education Centre Primary School during the school's published admission window.

  4. 4
    Pay any required deposits or fees

    If accepted, Graab Education Centre Primary School (an SGB-funded school) may require a registration deposit. The exact amount is confirmed by the school.

  5. 5
    Confirm placement and enrol

    Wait for confirmation from Graab Education Centre Primary School. If declined, you may appeal at the Buffalo City district office under the Eastern Cape Department of Education.

Documents typically required
  • 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 Graab Education Centre Primary School for the next school year?

Graab Education Centre Primary 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 043 642 1144 to confirm openings in the Buffalo City district.

What documents do I need to apply at Graab Education Centre Primary School?

When applying to Graab Education Centre Primary 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 Graab Education Centre Primary School depending on the grade; confirm via phone 043 642 1144.

Get in touch

Contact & location

Address
61 Amatola Row,Kwt,King Willams Town,5600
Telephone
043 642 1144
Administrative reference details
NatEMIS number
200200536
Circuit
Unknown
Ward
99.0
Local municipality
Buffalo City Metropolitan Municipality
District municipality
Buffalo City
Section 21 status
No
Exam centre
No
Status
Open
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