Overview
Upper Tsitsana Junior Secondary School is a public combined school (Grades R–12) located in Mt Fletcher, Mount Fletcher, Eastern Cape, South Africa. It currently enrols 146 learners and is staffed by 6 educators (a learner-to-educator ratio of approximately 24:1), and is officially classified as a no-fee school under Q3. It falls within the Joe Gqabi education district.
Benchmark against nearby schools
Compared with 13 other combined schools in Mt Fletcher.
School fees
Upper Tsitsana Junior Secondary School charges no tuition fees. Plan instead for uniforms, stationery, transport and outings.
Public combined school (Grades R–12); fees regulated by the SA Schools Act.
Fee questions
How much are school fees at Upper Tsitsana Junior Secondary School for 2027?
Tuition at Upper Tsitsana Junior Secondary School for the 2027 academic year is R0; the school is officially classified as no-fee (Q3) by the Department of Basic Education in the Joe Gqabi district. Parents may still need to cover uniform and stationery costs; phone 063 549 0102 for specifics.
Is Upper Tsitsana Junior Secondary School a no-fee school?
Yes, Upper Tsitsana Junior Secondary School is officially a no-fee school (Q3), recognised as such by the Department of Basic Education in the Joe Gqabi district. No tuition is charged to any of its 146 learners.
What is the quintile of Upper Tsitsana Junior Secondary School and what does it mean for fees?
As a Q3 public combined school (Grades R–12) in the Joe Gqabi district, Upper Tsitsana Junior Secondary School is funded entirely by the state under the no-fee policy applied to Quintiles 1 through 3.
How to apply
Upper Tsitsana Junior Secondary School accepts applications directly at the Upper Tsitsana Junior Secondary School school office in the Joe Gqabi education district. The steps and documents required for Grade R, Grade 1 or Grade 8 are detailed below.
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Confirm availability with Upper Tsitsana Junior Secondary School
Call 063 549 0102 to confirm whether Upper Tsitsana Junior Secondary School has open places for the year you're applying.
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Start the application
Collect the official application form from Upper Tsitsana A/A,Tsitsana,Mount Fletcher,4770 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 Tsitsana Junior Secondary School during the school's published admission window.
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Pay any required deposits or fees
Upper Tsitsana Junior Secondary School is a no-fee school (Q3), so no tuition is payable. Budget for uniforms and stationery.
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Confirm placement and enrol
Wait for confirmation from Upper Tsitsana Junior Secondary School. If declined, you may appeal at the Joe Gqabi 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)
- 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 Upper Tsitsana Junior Secondary School for the next school year?
To apply to Upper Tsitsana Junior Secondary School for the next academic year, collect and submit the application form directly at Upper Tsitsana Junior Secondary 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 Tsitsana Junior Secondary School via phone 063 549 0102.
What documents do I need to apply at Upper Tsitsana Junior Secondary School?
Upper Tsitsana Junior Secondary 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 Tsitsana Junior Secondary School (phone 063 549 0102) for any school-specific requirements.