Primary Public No Fee

Msobomvu Senior Primary School

Tsolo, MacLear, Eastern Cape

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Learners (2025)
96
Educators (2025)
4
Learner : Educator
24.0:1
2025 NSC Pass Rate
N/A
About this school

Overview

Msobomvu Senior Primary School is a public primary school (Grades R–7) located in Tsolo, MacLear, Eastern Cape, South Africa. It currently enrols 96 learners and is staffed by 4 educators (a learner-to-educator ratio of approximately 24:1), and is officially classified as a no-fee school. It falls within the Joe Gqabi education district.

EMIS
200400665
Phase
Primary
Sector
Public
Quintile
N/A
Learners (2025)
96
Province
Eastern Cape
How it compares

Benchmark against nearby schools

Compared with 33 other primary schools in Tsolo.

Learner:educator ratio (lower is more staffed)
24.0:1
vs 21.9:1 area average
Ranks 23rd of 34
Fees & funding

School fees

Status
No-Fee School
Indicative 2027 fee
R0 per year (no-fee school)

Msobomvu Senior 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 Msobomvu Senior Primary School for 2027?

Tuition at Msobomvu Senior Primary School for the 2027 academic year is R0; the school is officially classified as no-fee by the Department of Basic Education in the Joe Gqabi district. Parents may still need to cover uniform and stationery costs; phone 071 629 8955 for specifics.

Is Msobomvu Senior Primary School a no-fee school?

Yes, Msobomvu Senior Primary School is officially a no-fee school, recognised as such by the Department of Basic Education in the Joe Gqabi district. No tuition is charged to any of its 96 learners.

What is the quintile of Msobomvu Senior Primary School and what does it mean for fees?

Quintile classification is not available for Msobomvu Senior Primary School. Contact the school for details on its funding category.

Admissions

How to apply

To enrol your child at Msobomvu Senior Primary School, families in Eastern Cape apply directly at the Msobomvu Senior Primary School school office. The exact Grade R or Grade 1 (and other grade transfers) process in the Joe Gqabi education district is summarised below.

  1. 1
    Confirm availability with Msobomvu Senior Primary School

    Call 071 629 8955 to confirm whether Msobomvu Senior Primary School has open places for the year you're applying.

  2. 2
    Start the application

    Collect the official application form from Mbidlana Location,Tsolo,Maclear,5170 or download it from the Eastern Cape Department of Education website.

  3. 3
    Submit your documents

    Submit the completed form and certified copies of all supporting documents to Msobomvu Senior Primary School during the school's published admission window.

  4. 4
    Pay any required deposits or fees

    Msobomvu Senior Primary School is a no-fee school, so no tuition is payable. Budget for uniforms and stationery.

  5. 5
    Confirm placement and enrol

    Wait for confirmation from Msobomvu Senior Primary School. If declined, you may appeal at the Joe Gqabi district office under the Eastern Cape Department of Education.

Documents typically required
  • 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 Msobomvu Senior Primary School for the next school year?

To apply to Msobomvu Senior Primary School for the next academic year, collect and submit the application form directly at Msobomvu Senior 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 Msobomvu Senior Primary School via phone 071 629 8955.

What documents do I need to apply at Msobomvu Senior Primary School?

Msobomvu Senior 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 Msobomvu Senior Primary School (phone 071 629 8955) for any school-specific requirements.

Get in touch

Contact & location

Address
Mbidlana Location,Tsolo,Maclear,5170
Postal address
P.O. Box 404, MacLear, 5480
Telephone
071 629 8955
Administrative reference details
NatEMIS number
200400665
Circuit
Unknown
Ward
21401000.0
Local municipality
Elundini Local Municipality
District municipality
Joe Gqabi
Section 21 status
No
Exam centre
No
Status
Open
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