Combined Public No Fee Q1

Tsoelike Junior Secondary School

Matatiele, Maluti, Eastern Cape

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Learners (2025)
72
Educators (2025)
5
Learner : Educator
14.4:1
2025 NSC Pass Rate
N/A
About this school

Overview

Tsoelike Junior Secondary School is a public combined school (Grades R–12) located in Matatiele, Maluti, Eastern Cape, South Africa. It currently enrols 72 learners and is staffed by 5 educators (a learner-to-educator ratio of approximately 14:1), and is officially classified as a no-fee school under Q1. It falls within the Alfred Nzo West education district.

EMIS
200501239
Phase
Combined
Sector
Public
Quintile
Q1
Learners (2025)
72
Province
Eastern Cape
How it compares

Benchmark against nearby schools

Compared with 6 other combined schools in Maluti.

Learner:educator ratio (lower is more staffed)
14.4:1
vs 30.7:1 area average
Ranks 2nd of 7
Fees & funding

School fees

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

Tsoelike Junior Secondary School charges no tuition fees. Plan instead for uniforms, stationery and learner transport.

Public combined school (Grades R–12); fees regulated by the SA Schools Act.

Fee questions

How much are school fees at Tsoelike Junior Secondary School for 2027?

Tsoelike Junior Secondary School is a no-fee public combined school (Grades R–12) in Matatiele, Maluti, Eastern Cape, so parents pay no tuition fees for 2027. All 72 enrolled learners attend at no charge. Budget instead for uniforms, stationery and transport. For voluntary contributions or admission fees, phone 072 741 8195.

Is Tsoelike Junior Secondary School a no-fee school?

Tsoelike Junior Secondary School is classified no-fee under Q1 and forms part of the state-funded schools serving Matatiele, Maluti, Eastern Cape. Parents pay no tuition fees.

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

Classified as Q1 by the Department of Basic Education, Tsoelike Junior Secondary School falls within the no-fee category, meaning the 72 learners attending here in Matatiele, Maluti, Eastern Cape pay no school fees.

Admissions

How to apply

Tsoelike Junior Secondary School accepts applications directly at the Tsoelike Junior Secondary School school office in the Alfred Nzo West education district. The steps and documents required for Grade R, Grade 1 or Grade 8 are detailed below.

  1. 1
    Confirm availability with Tsoelike Junior Secondary School

    Call 072 741 8195 to confirm whether Tsoelike Junior Secondary School has open places for the year you're applying.

  2. 2
    Start the application

    Collect the official application form from Makhoba A/A,Noqobo Farm,Matatiele,4730 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 Tsoelike Junior Secondary School during the school's published admission window.

  4. 4
    Pay any required deposits or fees

    Tsoelike Junior Secondary 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 Tsoelike Junior Secondary School. If declined, you may appeal at the Alfred Nzo West 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)
  • Most recent end-of-year report from the previous school
  • Transfer letter from the previous school (for Grade 8+ transfers)

Admissions questions

How do I apply to Tsoelike Junior Secondary School for the next school year?

Tsoelike 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 072 741 8195 to confirm openings in the Alfred Nzo West district.

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

When applying to Tsoelike 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 Tsoelike Junior Secondary School depending on the grade; confirm via phone 072 741 8195.

Get in touch

Contact & location

Address
Makhoba A/A,Noqobo Farm,Matatiele,4730
Postal address
P O Box 42 Maluti, Matatiele, 4730
Telephone
072 741 8195
Administrative reference details
NatEMIS number
200501239
Circuit
Unknown
Ward
99.0
Local municipality
Matatiele Local Municipality
District municipality
Alfred Nzo District Municipality
Section 21 status
Yes
Exam centre
No
Status
Open
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