Overview
Merryvale School is a public special-needs school located in Mangold Park, Gqeberha, Eastern Cape, South Africa. It currently enrols 384 learners and is staffed by 35 educators (a learner-to-educator ratio of approximately 11:1), operating as a fee-charging school. It falls within the Nelson Mandela education district.
Benchmark against nearby schools
Compared with 10 other special needs schools in Gqeberha.
School fees
Fees at Merryvale School are confirmed by the SGB before the academic year begins.
Public special-needs school; fees regulated by the SA Schools Act.
Fee questions
How much are school fees at Merryvale School for 2027?
Merryvale School is a fee-charging public school in the Nelson Mandela district. Indicative 2027 fees: Contact the school for exact fees. Exact fees are confirmed by the School Governing Body before the school year begins. To get the official 2027 fee schedule, phone 041 367 1957.
Is Merryvale School a no-fee school?
Merryvale School does charge school fees. The amount is reviewed and approved annually by the School Governing Body.
What is the quintile of Merryvale School and what does it mean for fees?
Quintile classification is not available for Merryvale School. Contact the school for details on its funding category.
How to apply
Applications to Merryvale School for the relevant grade are submitted directly at the Merryvale School school office in the Nelson Mandela education district. Below is the step-by-step process specific to Eastern Cape.
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Confirm availability with Merryvale School
Call 041 367 1957 to confirm whether Merryvale School has open places for the year you're applying.
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Start the application
Collect the official application form from Alan Drive,Mangold Park,Gqeberha,6070 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 Merryvale School during the school's published admission window.
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Pay any required deposits or fees
If accepted, Merryvale School (an SGB-funded school) may require a registration deposit. The exact amount is confirmed by the school.
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Confirm placement and enrol
Wait for confirmation from Merryvale School. If declined, you may appeal at the Nelson Mandela 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)
Admissions questions
How do I apply to Merryvale School for the next school year?
Merryvale 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 041 367 1957 to confirm openings in the Nelson Mandela district.
What documents do I need to apply at Merryvale School?
When applying to Merryvale 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 Merryvale School depending on the grade; confirm via phone 041 367 1957.