Overview
Mputi Primary School is a public primary school (Grades R–7) located in Umtata, Mthatha, Eastern Cape, South Africa. It currently enrols 224 learners and is staffed by 10 educators (a learner-to-educator ratio of approximately 22:1), and is officially classified as a no-fee school under Q2. It falls within the Or Tambo Inland education district.
Benchmark against nearby schools
Compared with 120 other primary schools in Umtata.
School fees
Mputi Primary 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 Mputi Primary School for 2027?
Tuition at Mputi Primary School for the 2027 academic year is R0; the school is officially classified as no-fee (Q2) by the Department of Basic Education in the Or Tambo Inland district. Parents may still need to cover uniform and stationery costs; phone 073 672 7709 for specifics.
Is Mputi Primary School a no-fee school?
Yes, Mputi Primary School is officially a no-fee school (Q2), recognised as such by the Department of Basic Education in the Or Tambo Inland district. No tuition is charged to any of its 224 learners.
What is the quintile of Mputi Primary School and what does it mean for fees?
As a Q2 public primary school (Grades R–7) in the Or Tambo Inland district, Mputi Primary School is funded entirely by the state under the no-fee policy applied to Quintiles 1 through 3.
How to apply
Applications to Mputi Primary School for Grade R or Grade 1 (and other grade transfers) are submitted directly at the Mputi Primary School school office in the Or Tambo Inland education district. Below is the step-by-step process specific to Eastern Cape.
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Confirm availability with Mputi Primary School
Call 073 672 7709 to confirm whether Mputi Primary School has open places for the year you're applying.
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Start the application
Collect the official application form from Mputi A/A,Baziya,Mthata,5099 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 Mputi Primary School during the school's published admission window.
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Pay any required deposits or fees
Mputi Primary 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 Mputi Primary School. If declined, you may appeal at the Or Tambo Inland 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 Mputi Primary School for the next school year?
To apply to Mputi Primary School for the next academic year, collect and submit the application form directly at Mputi Primary School. In the Eastern Cape, applications are made directly at the school office and confirmed by the district. For confirmation of available places, contact Mputi Primary School via phone 073 672 7709.
What documents do I need to apply at Mputi Primary School?
Mputi Primary 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 Mputi Primary School (phone 073 672 7709) for any school-specific requirements.