Joe Gqabi Senior Secondary School
Aliwal North, Eastern Cape
Overview
Joe Gqabi Senior Secondary School is a public secondary school (Grades 8–12) located in Aliwal North, Eastern Cape, South Africa. It currently enrols 658 learners and is staffed by 18 educators (a learner-to-educator ratio of approximately 37:1), and is officially classified as a no-fee school under Q3. It falls within the Joe Gqabi education district.
Benchmark against nearby schools
Compared with 4 other secondary schools in Aliwal North.
School fees
Joe Gqabi Senior Secondary School charges no tuition fees. Plan instead for uniforms, stationery, transport and outings.
Public secondary school (Grades 8–12); fees regulated by the SA Schools Act.
Fee questions
How much are school fees at Joe Gqabi Senior Secondary School for 2027?
Joe Gqabi Senior Secondary School is a no-fee public secondary school (Grades 8–12) in Aliwal North, Eastern Cape, so parents pay no tuition fees for 2027. All 658 enrolled learners attend at no charge. Budget instead for uniforms, stationery, transport and excursions. For voluntary contributions or admission fees, contact the school office.
Is Joe Gqabi Senior Secondary School a no-fee school?
Joe Gqabi Senior Secondary School is classified no-fee under Q3 and forms part of the state-funded schools serving Aliwal North, Eastern Cape. Parents pay no tuition fees.
What is the quintile of Joe Gqabi Senior Secondary School and what does it mean for fees?
Classified as Q3 by the Department of Basic Education, Joe Gqabi Senior Secondary School falls within the no-fee category, meaning the 658 learners attending here in Aliwal North, Eastern Cape pay no school fees.
How to apply
Applications to Joe Gqabi Senior Secondary School for Grade 8 (and other grade transfers) are submitted directly at the Joe Gqabi Senior Secondary School school office in the Joe Gqabi education district. Below is the step-by-step process specific to Eastern Cape.
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Confirm availability with Joe Gqabi Senior Secondary School
Contact Joe Gqabi Senior Secondary School directly to confirm whether places are available for the year you're applying.
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Start the application
Collect the official application form from Joe Gqabi Township, Aliwal North, 9750 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 Joe Gqabi Senior Secondary School during the school's published admission window.
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Pay any required deposits or fees
Joe Gqabi Senior Secondary 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 Joe Gqabi Senior Secondary 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)
- 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 Joe Gqabi Senior Secondary School for the next school year?
Joe Gqabi Senior 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 the school office to confirm openings in the Joe Gqabi district.
What documents do I need to apply at Joe Gqabi Senior Secondary School?
When applying to Joe Gqabi Senior 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 Joe Gqabi Senior Secondary School depending on the grade; confirm via the school office.