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.
Benchmark against nearby schools
Compared with 56 other combined schools in Matatiele.
School fees
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.
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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
- 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.
