Overview
Mabandla Junior Secondary 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
Mabandla Junior Secondary 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 Mabandla Junior Secondary School for 2027?
Mabandla Junior Secondary School is a no-fee public primary school (Grades R–7) in Tsolo, MacLear, Eastern Cape, so parents pay no tuition fees for 2027. All 65 enrolled learners attend at no charge. Budget instead for uniforms, stationery and transport. For voluntary contributions or admission fees, phone 073 252 1918.
Is Mabandla Junior Secondary School a no-fee school?
Mabandla Junior Secondary School is classified no-fee under Q2 and forms part of the state-funded schools serving Tsolo, MacLear, Eastern Cape. Parents pay no tuition fees.
What is the quintile of Mabandla Junior Secondary School and what does it mean for fees?
As a Q2 public primary school (Grades R–7) in the Joe Gqabi district, Mabandla Junior Secondary School is funded entirely by the state under the no-fee policy applied to Quintiles 1 through 3.
How to apply
Mabandla Junior Secondary School accepts applications directly at the Mabandla Junior Secondary School school office in the Joe Gqabi education district. The steps and documents required for Grade R or Grade 1 (and other grade transfers) are detailed below.
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Confirm availability with Mabandla Junior Secondary School
Call 073 252 1918 to confirm whether Mabandla Junior Secondary School has open places for the year you're applying.
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Start the application
Collect the official application form from Ngcele Aa,Tsolo,5170 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 Mabandla Junior Secondary School during the school's published admission window.
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Pay any required deposits or fees
Mabandla Junior Secondary 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 Mabandla Junior 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)
- Road-to-Health booklet (Grade R / Grade 1 entry)
Admissions questions
How do I apply to Mabandla Junior Secondary School for the next school year?
Mabandla Junior 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 phone 073 252 1918 to confirm openings in the Joe Gqabi district.
What documents do I need to apply at Mabandla Junior Secondary School?
When applying to Mabandla Junior 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 Mabandla Junior Secondary School depending on the grade; confirm via phone 073 252 1918.