Primary Public No Fee Q3

Pelomosa Primary School

Aliwal North, Eastern Cape

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Learners (2025)
715
Educators (2025)
19
Learner : Educator
37.6:1
2025 NSC Pass Rate
N/A
About this school

Overview

Pelomosa Primary School is a public primary school (Grades R–7) located in Aliwal North, Eastern Cape, South Africa. It currently enrols 715 learners and is staffed by 19 educators (a learner-to-educator ratio of approximately 38:1), and is officially classified as a no-fee school under Q3. It falls within the Joe Gqabi education district.

EMIS
200600662
Phase
Primary
Sector
Public
Quintile
Q3
Learners (2025)
715
Province
Eastern Cape
How it compares

Benchmark against nearby schools

Compared with 11 other primary schools in Aliwal North.

Learner:educator ratio (lower is more staffed)
37.6:1
vs 29.8:1 area average
Ranks 10th of 12
Fees & funding

School fees

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

Pelomosa Primary School charges no tuition fees. Plan instead for uniforms, stationery, transport and outings.

Public primary school (Grades R–7); fees regulated by the SA Schools Act.

Fee questions

How much are school fees at Pelomosa Primary School for 2027?

Pelomosa Primary School is a no-fee public primary school (Grades R–7) in Aliwal North, Eastern Cape, so parents pay no tuition fees for 2027. All 715 enrolled learners attend at no charge. Budget instead for uniforms, stationery, transport and excursions. For voluntary contributions or admission fees, phone 051 634 1909.

Is Pelomosa Primary School a no-fee school?

Pelomosa Primary School is classified no-fee under Q3 and forms part of the state-funded schools serving Aliwal North, Eastern Cape. Parents pay no tuition fees.

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

Pelomosa Primary School is a Q3 school, the lowest of three quintile bands designated as "no-fee" under the SA Schools Act. Serving the Aliwal North, Eastern Cape community in the Joe Gqabi district, it receives full state funding and parents are not charged tuition.

Admissions

How to apply

Pelomosa Primary School accepts applications directly at the Pelomosa Primary School school office in the Joe Gqabi 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 Pelomosa Primary School

    Call 051 634 1909 to confirm whether Pelomosa Primary School has open places for the year you're applying.

  2. 2
    Start the application

    Collect the official application form from Mkhathu Street, Dukathole, Aliwal North, 9750 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 Pelomosa Primary School during the school's published admission window.

  4. 4
    Pay any required deposits or fees

    Pelomosa Primary 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 Pelomosa 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 Pelomosa Primary School for the next school year?

Pelomosa Primary 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 051 634 1909 to confirm openings in the Joe Gqabi district.

What documents do I need to apply at Pelomosa Primary School?

When applying to Pelomosa Primary 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 Pelomosa Primary School depending on the grade; confirm via phone 051 634 1909.

Get in touch

Contact & location

Address
Mkhathu Street, Dukathole, Aliwal North, 9750
Postal address
P O Box 586 9750
Telephone
051 634 1909
Administrative reference details
NatEMIS number
200600662
Circuit
Unknown
Ward
99.0
Local municipality
Walter Sisulu Local Municipality
District municipality
Joe Gqabi
Section 21 status
Yes
Exam centre
No
Status
Open
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