Overview
Parkside Primary School is a public primary school (Grades R–7) located in Parkside, Port Elizabeth, Eastern Cape, South Africa. It currently enrols 1,025 learners and is staffed by 34 educators (a learner-to-educator ratio of approximately 30:1), operating as a fee-charging school (Q4). It falls within the Nelson Mandela education district.
Benchmark against nearby schools
Compared with 3 other primary schools in Parkside.
School fees
Q4 fees in Eastern Cape typically fall within this band; Parkside Primary School's exact 2027 fee is set by the SGB.
Public primary school (Grades R–7); fees regulated by the SA Schools Act.
Fee questions
How much are school fees at Parkside Primary School for 2027?
For 2027, Parkside Primary School (Q4) falls within a r1,500 – r8,000 per year (typical range) band and serves 1,025 learners in the Nelson Mandela district. The SGB sets the precise fee annually; phone 041 457 2025 for the published amount.
Is Parkside Primary School a no-fee school?
No, Parkside Primary School is a fee-charging school (Q4) in the Nelson Mandela district. Annual fees are set by the SGB and apply to all enrolled learners.
What is the quintile of Parkside Primary School and what does it mean for fees?
Q4 classification places Parkside Primary School among schools that charge moderate fees in the Nelson Mandela district. The exact amount is set by the SGB each year based on the school's operational needs.
How to apply
Applications to Parkside Primary School for Grade R or Grade 1 (and other grade transfers) are submitted directly at the Parkside Primary 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 Parkside Primary School
Call 041 457 2025 to confirm whether Parkside Primary School has open places for the year you're applying.
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Start the application
Collect the official application form from Cnr Speelman Street,Parkside,Port Elizabeth,6016 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 Parkside Primary School during the school's published admission window.
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Pay any required deposits or fees
If accepted, Parkside Primary 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 Parkside Primary 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)
- Road-to-Health booklet (Grade R / Grade 1 entry)
Admissions questions
How do I apply to Parkside Primary School for the next school year?
To apply to Parkside Primary School for the next academic year, collect and submit the application form directly at Parkside 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 Parkside Primary School via phone 041 457 2025.
What documents do I need to apply at Parkside Primary School?
Parkside 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 Parkside Primary School (phone 041 457 2025) for any school-specific requirements.