Primary Public No Fee Q3

Vulamazibuko Primary School

Dukathole, Aliwal North, Eastern Cape

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Learners (2025)
850
Educators (2025)
24
Learner : Educator
35.4:1
2025 NSC Pass Rate
N/A
About this school

Overview

Vulamazibuko Primary School is a public primary school (Grades R–7) located in Dukathole, Aliwal North, Eastern Cape, South Africa. It currently enrols 850 learners and is staffed by 24 educators (a learner-to-educator ratio of approximately 35:1), and is officially classified as a no-fee school under Q3. It falls within the Joe Gqabi education district.

EMIS
200600894
Phase
Primary
Sector
Public
Quintile
Q3
Learners (2025)
850
Province
Eastern Cape
How it compares

Benchmark against nearby schools

Compared with 11 other primary schools in Aliwal North.

Learner:educator ratio (lower is more staffed)
35.4:1
vs 30.0:1 area average
Ranks 9th of 12
Fees & funding

School fees

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

Vulamazibuko Primary 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 Vulamazibuko Primary School for 2027?

Tuition at Vulamazibuko Primary 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 051 633 3155 for specifics.

Is Vulamazibuko Primary School a no-fee school?

Yes, Vulamazibuko Primary 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 850 learners.

What is the quintile of Vulamazibuko Primary School and what does it mean for fees?

As a Q3 public primary school (Grades R–7) in the Joe Gqabi district, Vulamazibuko Primary School is funded entirely by the state under the no-fee policy applied to Quintiles 1 through 3.

Admissions

How to apply

To enrol your child at Vulamazibuko Primary School, families in Eastern Cape apply directly at the Vulamazibuko Primary School school office. The exact Grade R or Grade 1 (and other grade transfers) process in the Joe Gqabi education district is summarised below.

  1. 1
    Confirm availability with Vulamazibuko Primary School

    Call 051 633 3155 to confirm whether Vulamazibuko Primary School has open places for the year you're applying.

  2. 2
    Start the application

    Collect the official application form from Broadway Street,Aliwal North,9750 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 Vulamazibuko Primary School during the school's published admission window.

  4. 4
    Pay any required deposits or fees

    Vulamazibuko Primary 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 Vulamazibuko Primary School. If declined, you may appeal at the Joe Gqabi 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 Vulamazibuko Primary School for the next school year?

To apply to Vulamazibuko Primary School for the next academic year, collect and submit the application form directly at Vulamazibuko 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 Vulamazibuko Primary School via phone 051 633 3155.

What documents do I need to apply at Vulamazibuko Primary School?

Vulamazibuko 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 Vulamazibuko Primary School (phone 051 633 3155) for any school-specific requirements.

Get in touch

Contact & location

Address
Broadway Street,Aliwal North,9750
Postal address
P O Box 542, Aliwal North, 9750
Telephone
051 633 3155
Administrative reference details
NatEMIS number
200600894
Circuit
Unknown
Ward
99.0
Local municipality
Walter Sisulu Local Municipality
District municipality
Joe Gqabi
Section 21 status
Yes
Exam centre
No
Status
Open
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