Overview
Upper Tabase Primary School is a public primary school (Grades R–7) located in Umtata, Mthatha, Eastern Cape, South Africa. It currently enrols 298 learners and is staffed by 10 educators (a learner-to-educator ratio of approximately 30:1), and is officially classified as a no-fee school under Q1. It falls within the Or Tambo Inland education district.
Benchmark against nearby schools
Compared with 120 other primary schools in Umtata.
School fees
Upper Tabase Primary School charges no tuition fees. Plan instead for uniforms, stationery and learner transport.
Public primary school (Grades R–7); fees regulated by the SA Schools Act.
Fee questions
How much are school fees at Upper Tabase Primary School for 2027?
Tuition at Upper Tabase Primary School for the 2027 academic year is R0; the school is officially classified as no-fee (Q1) by the Department of Basic Education in the Or Tambo Inland district. Parents may still need to cover uniform and stationery costs; phone 082 974 9676 for specifics.
Is Upper Tabase Primary School a no-fee school?
Yes, Upper Tabase Primary School is officially a no-fee school (Q1), recognised as such by the Department of Basic Education in the Or Tambo Inland district. No tuition is charged to any of its 298 learners.
What is the quintile of Upper Tabase Primary School and what does it mean for fees?
As a Q1 public primary school (Grades R–7) in the Or Tambo Inland district, Upper Tabase Primary School is funded entirely by the state under the no-fee policy applied to Quintiles 1 through 3.
How to apply
To enrol your child at Upper Tabase Primary School, families in Eastern Cape apply directly at the Upper Tabase Primary School school office. The exact Grade R or Grade 1 (and other grade transfers) process in the Or Tambo Inland education district is summarised below.
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Confirm availability with Upper Tabase Primary School
Call 082 974 9676 to confirm whether Upper Tabase Primary School has open places for the year you're applying.
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Start the application
Collect the official application form from Upper Tabase A\A ,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 Upper Tabase Primary School during the school's published admission window.
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Pay any required deposits or fees
Upper Tabase Primary School is a no-fee school (Q1), so no tuition is payable. Budget for uniforms and stationery.
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Confirm placement and enrol
Wait for confirmation from Upper Tabase Primary 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)
- Road-to-Health booklet (Grade R / Grade 1 entry)
Admissions questions
How do I apply to Upper Tabase Primary School for the next school year?
To apply to Upper Tabase Primary School for the next academic year, collect and submit the application form directly at Upper Tabase Primary School. In the Eastern Cape, applications are made directly at the school office and confirmed by the district. For confirmation of available places, contact Upper Tabase Primary School via phone 082 974 9676.
What documents do I need to apply at Upper Tabase Primary School?
Upper Tabase Primary 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 Upper Tabase Primary School (phone 082 974 9676) for any school-specific requirements.