Primary Public No Fee Q3

Qumbu Village Junior Secondary School

Qumbu, Eastern Cape

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Learners (2025)
1,690
Educators (2025)
37
Learner : Educator
45.7:1
2025 NSC Pass Rate
N/A
About this school

Overview

Qumbu Village Junior Secondary School is a public primary school (Grades R–7) located in Qumbu, Eastern Cape, South Africa. It currently enrols 1,690 learners and is staffed by 37 educators (a learner-to-educator ratio of approximately 46:1), and is officially classified as a no-fee school under Q3. It falls within the Or Tambo Inland education district.

EMIS
200400956
Phase
Primary
Sector
Public
Quintile
Q3
Learners (2025)
1,690
Province
Eastern Cape
How it compares

Benchmark against nearby schools

Compared with 110 other primary schools in Qumbu.

Learner:educator ratio (lower is more staffed)
45.7:1
vs 23.3:1 area average
Ranks 109th of 111
Fees & funding

School fees

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

Qumbu Village Junior Secondary 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 Qumbu Village Junior Secondary School for 2027?

Qumbu Village Junior Secondary School is a no-fee public primary school (Grades R–7) in Qumbu, Eastern Cape, so parents pay no tuition fees for 2027. All 1,690 enrolled learners attend at no charge. Budget instead for uniforms, stationery, transport and excursions. For voluntary contributions or admission fees, phone 047 553 0260.

Is Qumbu Village Junior Secondary School a no-fee school?

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

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

As a Q3 public primary school (Grades R–7) in the Or Tambo Inland district, Qumbu Village Junior Secondary School is funded entirely by the state under the no-fee policy applied to Quintiles 1 through 3.

Admissions

How to apply

Qumbu Village Junior Secondary School accepts applications directly at the Qumbu Village 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 Qumbu Village Junior Secondary School

    Call 047 553 0260 to confirm whether Qumbu Village Junior Secondary School has open places for the year you're applying.

  2. 2
    Start the application

    Collect the official application form from Erf No 1597 Qumbu ,South Street,Qumbu,5180 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 Qumbu Village Junior Secondary School during the school's published admission window.

  4. 4
    Pay any required deposits or fees

    Qumbu Village 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 Qumbu Village 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 Qumbu Village Junior Secondary School for the next school year?

Qumbu Village 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 047 553 0260 to confirm openings in the Or Tambo Inland district.

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

When applying to Qumbu Village 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 Qumbu Village Junior Secondary School depending on the grade; confirm via phone 047 553 0260.

Get in touch

Contact & location

Address
Erf No 1597 Qumbu ,South Street,Qumbu,5180
Postal address
P.O. Box 171 , Qumbu, 5180
Telephone
047 553 0260
Administrative reference details
NatEMIS number
200400956
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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