Primary Public No Fee Q3

Patisanani Junior Secondary School

Tsolo, Qumbu, Eastern Cape

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Learners (2025)
278
Educators (2025)
7
Learner : Educator
39.7:1
2025 NSC Pass Rate
N/A
About this school

Overview

Patisanani Junior Secondary School is a public primary school (Grades R–7) located in Tsolo, Qumbu, Eastern Cape, South Africa. It currently enrols 278 learners and is staffed by 7 educators (a learner-to-educator ratio of approximately 40:1), and is officially classified as a no-fee school under Q3. It falls within the Or Tambo Inland education district.

EMIS
200400910
Phase
Primary
Sector
Public
Quintile
Q3
Learners (2025)
278
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)
39.7:1
vs 21.4:1 area average
Ranks 34th of 34
Fees & funding

School fees

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

Patisanani 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 Patisanani Junior Secondary School for 2027?

Patisanani Junior Secondary School is a no-fee public primary school (Grades R–7) in Tsolo, Qumbu, Eastern Cape, so parents pay no tuition fees for 2027. All 278 enrolled learners attend at no charge. Budget instead for uniforms, stationery and transport. For voluntary contributions or admission fees, phone 072 925 5955.

Is Patisanani Junior Secondary School a no-fee school?

Patisanani Junior Secondary School is classified no-fee under Q3 and forms part of the state-funded schools serving Tsolo, Qumbu, Eastern Cape. Parents pay no tuition fees.

What is the quintile of Patisanani Junior Secondary School and what does it mean for fees?

Classified as Q3 by the Department of Basic Education, Patisanani Junior Secondary School falls within the no-fee category, meaning the 278 learners attending here in Tsolo, Qumbu, Eastern Cape pay no school fees.

Admissions

How to apply

Patisanani Junior Secondary School accepts applications directly at the Patisanani Junior Secondary School school office in the Or Tambo Inland education district. The steps and documents required for Grade R or Grade 1 (and other grade transfers) are detailed below.

  1. 1
    Confirm availability with Patisanani Junior Secondary School

    Call 072 925 5955 to confirm whether Patisanani Junior Secondary School has open places for the year you're applying.

  2. 2
    Start the application

    Collect the official application form from Nomhala Location,Tsolo,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 Patisanani Junior Secondary School during the school's published admission window.

  4. 4
    Pay any required deposits or fees

    Patisanani Junior Secondary School is a no-fee school (Q3), so no tuition is payable. Budget for uniforms and stationery.

  5. 5
    Confirm placement and enrol

    Wait for confirmation from Patisanani Junior Secondary School. If declined, you may appeal at the Or Tambo Inland 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 Patisanani Junior Secondary School for the next school year?

Patisanani 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 072 925 5955 to confirm openings in the Or Tambo Inland district.

What documents do I need to apply at Patisanani Junior Secondary School?

When applying to Patisanani 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 Patisanani Junior Secondary School depending on the grade; confirm via phone 072 925 5955.

Get in touch

Contact & location

Address
Nomhala Location,Tsolo,5170
Postal address
P.O Box 453 , Tsolo, 5170
Telephone
072 925 5955
Administrative reference details
NatEMIS number
200400910
Circuit
Unknown
Ward
99.0
Local municipality
Elundini Local Municipality
District municipality
OR Tambo
Section 21 status
Yes
Exam centre
No
Status
Open
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