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Phaphama Senior Primary School

Mtfletcher, Mount Fletcher, Eastern Cape

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Learners (2025)
98
Educators (2025)
4
Learner : Educator
24.5:1
2025 NSC Pass Rate
N/A
About this school

Overview

Phaphama Senior Primary School is a public primary school (Grades R–7) located in Mtfletcher, Mount Fletcher, Eastern Cape, South Africa. It currently enrols 98 learners and is staffed by 4 educators (a learner-to-educator ratio of approximately 25:1), and is officially classified as a no-fee school under Q1. It falls within the Joe Gqabi education district.

EMIS
200501020
Phase
Primary
Sector
Public
Quintile
Q1
Learners (2025)
98
Province
Eastern Cape
How it compares

Benchmark against nearby schools

Compared with 17 other primary schools in Mtfletcher.

Learner:educator ratio (lower is more staffed)
24.5:1
vs 22.0:1 area average
Ranks 12th of 18
Fees & funding

School fees

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

Phaphama Senior 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 Phaphama Senior Primary School for 2027?

Phaphama Senior Primary School is a no-fee public primary school (Grades R–7) in Mtfletcher, Mount Fletcher, Eastern Cape, so parents pay no tuition fees for 2027. All 98 enrolled learners attend at no charge. Budget instead for uniforms, stationery, transport and excursions. For voluntary contributions or admission fees, phone 072 367 9655.

Is Phaphama Senior Primary School a no-fee school?

Phaphama Senior Primary School is classified no-fee under Q1 and forms part of the state-funded schools serving Mtfletcher, Mount Fletcher, Eastern Cape. Parents pay no tuition fees.

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

Classified as Q1 by the Department of Basic Education, Phaphama Senior Primary School falls within the no-fee category, meaning the 98 learners attending here in Mtfletcher, Mount Fletcher, Eastern Cape pay no school fees.

Admissions

How to apply

Applications to Phaphama Senior Primary School for Grade R or Grade 1 (and other grade transfers) are submitted directly at the Phaphama Senior Primary School school office in the Joe Gqabi education district. Below is the step-by-step process specific to Eastern Cape.

  1. 1
    Confirm availability with Phaphama Senior Primary School

    Call 072 367 9655 to confirm whether Phaphama Senior Primary School has open places for the year you're applying.

  2. 2
    Start the application

    Collect the official application form from Moleko Village,Mount Fletcher,4770 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 Phaphama Senior Primary School during the school's published admission window.

  4. 4
    Pay any required deposits or fees

    Phaphama Senior Primary School is a no-fee school (Q1), so no tuition is payable. Budget for uniforms and stationery.

  5. 5
    Confirm placement and enrol

    Wait for confirmation from Phaphama 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 Phaphama Senior Primary School for the next school year?

Phaphama Senior 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 072 367 9655 to confirm openings in the Joe Gqabi district.

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

When applying to Phaphama Senior 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 Phaphama Senior Primary School depending on the grade; confirm via phone 072 367 9655.

Get in touch

Contact & location

Address
Moleko Village,Mount Fletcher,4770
Postal address
P.O.Box 1705, Matatiele, 4730
Telephone
072 367 9655
Administrative reference details
NatEMIS number
200501020
Circuit
Unknown
Ward
99.0
Local municipality
Elundini Local Municipality
District municipality
Joe Gqabi
Section 21 status
Yes
Exam centre
No
Status
Open
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