Overview
Waterfall Park Primary School is a public primary school (Grades R–7) located in Umtata, Mthatha, Eastern Cape, South Africa. It currently enrols 309 learners and is staffed by 10 educators (a learner-to-educator ratio of approximately 31:1), and is officially classified as a no-fee school under Q3. It falls within the Or Tambo Inland education district.
Benchmark against nearby schools
Compared with 120 other primary schools in Umtata.
School fees
Waterfall Park 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 Waterfall Park Primary School for 2027?
Waterfall Park Primary School is a no-fee public primary school (Grades R–7) in Umtata, Mthatha, Eastern Cape, so parents pay no tuition fees for 2027. All 309 enrolled learners attend at no charge. Budget instead for uniforms, stationery, transport and excursions. For voluntary contributions or admission fees, phone 078 900 5883.
Is Waterfall Park Primary School a no-fee school?
Waterfall Park Primary School is classified no-fee under Q3 and forms part of the state-funded schools serving Umtata, Mthatha, Eastern Cape. Parents pay no tuition fees.
What is the quintile of Waterfall Park Primary School and what does it mean for fees?
Waterfall Park Primary School is a Q3 school, the lowest of three quintile bands designated as "no-fee" under the SA Schools Act. Serving the Umtata, Mthatha, Eastern Cape community in the Or Tambo Inland district, it receives full state funding and parents are not charged tuition.
How to apply
To enrol your child at Waterfall Park Primary School, families in Eastern Cape apply directly at the Waterfall Park 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 Waterfall Park Primary School
Call 078 900 5883 to confirm whether Waterfall Park Primary School has open places for the year you're applying.
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Start the application
Collect the official application form from Waterfall Road,Mthata,Mthata,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 Waterfall Park Primary School during the school's published admission window.
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Pay any required deposits or fees
Waterfall Park Primary 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 Waterfall Park 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 Waterfall Park Primary School for the next school year?
Waterfall Park Primary 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 078 900 5883 to confirm openings in the Or Tambo Inland district.
What documents do I need to apply at Waterfall Park Primary School?
When applying to Waterfall Park Primary 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 Waterfall Park Primary School depending on the grade; confirm via phone 078 900 5883.