Overview
Tembisa Special School is a public special-needs school located in Ikwezi Extension, Mthatha, Eastern Cape, South Africa. It currently enrols 239 learners and is staffed by 22 educators (a learner-to-educator ratio of approximately 11:1), operating as a fee-charging school. It falls within the Or Tambo Inland education district.
Benchmark against nearby schools
Compared with 3 other special needs schools in Or Tambo Inland.
School fees
Fees at Tembisa Special School are confirmed by the SGB before the academic year begins.
Public special-needs school; fees regulated by the SA Schools Act.
Fee questions
How much are school fees at Tembisa Special School for 2027?
For 2027, Tembisa Special School falls within a contact the school for exact fees band and serves 239 learners in the Or Tambo Inland district. The SGB sets the precise fee annually; phone 047 535 5077 for the published amount.
Is Tembisa Special School a no-fee school?
No, Tembisa Special School is a fee-charging school in the Or Tambo Inland district. Annual fees are set by the SGB and apply to all enrolled learners.
What is the quintile of Tembisa Special School and what does it mean for fees?
Quintile classification is not available for Tembisa Special School. Contact the school for details on its funding category.
How to apply
To enrol your child at Tembisa Special School, families in Eastern Cape apply directly at the Tembisa Special School school office. The exact the relevant grade process in the Or Tambo Inland education district is summarised below.
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Confirm availability with Tembisa Special School
Call 047 535 5077 to confirm whether Tembisa Special School has open places for the year you're applying.
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Start the application
Collect the official application form from 24 Buttercup Road,Ikhwezi Extension,Mthatha,5099 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 Tembisa Special School during the school's published admission window.
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Pay any required deposits or fees
If accepted, Tembisa Special 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 Tembisa Special School. If declined, you may appeal at the Or Tambo Inland 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)
Admissions questions
How do I apply to Tembisa Special School for the next school year?
To apply to Tembisa Special School for the next academic year, collect and submit the application form directly at Tembisa Special School. In the Eastern Cape, applications are made directly at the school office and confirmed by the district. For confirmation of available places, contact Tembisa Special School via phone 047 535 5077.
What documents do I need to apply at Tembisa Special School?
Tembisa Special 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 Tembisa Special School (phone 047 535 5077) for any school-specific requirements.