Combined Public No Fee Q3

Hardenberg Full Service School

Matatiele, Eastern Cape

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Learners (2025)
1,003
Educators (2025)
26
Learner : Educator
38.6:1
2025 NSC Pass Rate
N/A
About this school

Overview

Hardenberg Full Service School is a public combined school (Grades R–12) located in Matatiele, Eastern Cape, South Africa. It currently enrols 1,003 learners and is staffed by 26 educators (a learner-to-educator ratio of approximately 39:1), and is officially classified as a no-fee school under Q3. It falls within the Alfred Nzo West education district.

EMIS
200500288
Phase
Combined
Sector
Public
Quintile
Q3
Learners (2025)
1,003
Province
Eastern Cape
How it compares

Benchmark against nearby schools

Compared with 56 other combined schools in Matatiele.

Learner:educator ratio (lower is more staffed)
38.6:1
vs 31.8:1 area average
Ranks 48th of 57
Fees & funding

School fees

Status
No-Fee School
Indicative 2027 fee
R0 per year (no-fee school)

Hardenberg Full Service School charges no tuition fees. Plan instead for uniforms, stationery, transport and outings.

Public combined school (Grades R–12); fees regulated by the SA Schools Act.

Fee questions

How much are school fees at Hardenberg Full Service School for 2027?

Tuition at Hardenberg Full Service School for the 2027 academic year is R0; the school is officially classified as no-fee (Q3) by the Department of Basic Education in the Alfred Nzo West district. Parents may still need to cover uniform and stationery costs; phone 079 639 5159 for specifics.

Is Hardenberg Full Service School a no-fee school?

Yes, Hardenberg Full Service School is officially a no-fee school (Q3), recognised as such by the Department of Basic Education in the Alfred Nzo West district. No tuition is charged to any of its 1,003 learners.

What is the quintile of Hardenberg Full Service School and what does it mean for fees?

Classified as Q3 by the Department of Basic Education, Hardenberg Full Service School falls within the no-fee category, meaning the 1,003 learners attending here in Matatiele, Eastern Cape pay no school fees.

Admissions

How to apply

Hardenberg Full Service School accepts applications directly at the Hardenberg Full Service School school office in the Alfred Nzo West education district. The steps and documents required for Grade R, Grade 1 or Grade 8 are detailed below.

  1. 1
    Confirm availability with Hardenberg Full Service School

    Call 079 639 5159 to confirm whether Hardenberg Full Service School has open places for the year you're applying.

  2. 2
    Start the application

    Collect the official application form from Maluti Main Street, Maluti, Maluti, 4740 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 Hardenberg Full Service School during the school's published admission window.

  4. 4
    Pay any required deposits or fees

    Hardenberg Full Service School is a no-fee school (Q3), so no tuition is payable. Budget for uniforms and stationery.

  5. 5
    Confirm placement and enrol

    Wait for confirmation from Hardenberg Full Service School. If declined, you may appeal at the Alfred Nzo West 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)
  • 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 Hardenberg Full Service School for the next school year?

To apply to Hardenberg Full Service School for the next academic year, collect and submit the application form directly at Hardenberg Full Service School. In the Eastern Cape, applications are made directly at the school office and confirmed by the district. For confirmation of available places, contact Hardenberg Full Service School via phone 079 639 5159.

What documents do I need to apply at Hardenberg Full Service School?

Hardenberg Full Service 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 Hardenberg Full Service School (phone 079 639 5159) for any school-specific requirements.

Get in touch

Contact & location

Address
Maluti Main Street, Maluti, Maluti, 4740
Postal address
P.O. Box 138 Matatiele, Matatiele, 4730
Telephone
079 639 5159
Administrative reference details
NatEMIS number
200500288
Circuit
Unknown
Ward
99.0
Local municipality
Matatiele Local Municipality
District municipality
Alfred Nzo District Municipality
Section 21 status
Yes
Exam centre
No
Status
Open
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