Overview
Willowvale Primary School is a public primary school (Grades R–7) located in Willowvale, Eastern Cape, South Africa. It currently enrols 265 learners and is staffed by 10 educators (a learner-to-educator ratio of approximately 27:1), and is officially classified as a no-fee school under Q3. It falls within the Amathole East education district.
Benchmark against nearby schools
Compared with 89 other primary schools in Willowvale.
School fees
Willowvale 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 Willowvale Primary School for 2027?
Tuition at Willowvale 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 Amathole East district. Parents may still need to cover uniform and stationery costs; contact the school office for specifics.
Is Willowvale Primary School a no-fee school?
Yes, Willowvale Primary School is officially a no-fee school (Q3), recognised as such by the Department of Basic Education in the Amathole East district. No tuition is charged to any of its 265 learners.
What is the quintile of Willowvale Primary School and what does it mean for fees?
Willowvale Primary School is a Q3 school, the lowest of three quintile bands designated as "no-fee" under the SA Schools Act. Serving the Willowvale, Eastern Cape community in the Amathole East district, it receives full state funding and parents are not charged tuition.
How to apply
To enrol your child at Willowvale Primary School, families in Eastern Cape apply directly at the Willowvale Primary School school office. The exact Grade R or Grade 1 (and other grade transfers) process in the Amathole East education district is summarised below.
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Confirm availability with Willowvale Primary School
Contact Willowvale Primary School directly to confirm whether places are available for the year you're applying.
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Start the application
Collect the official application form from 129 Camp Street, Willowvale, Village, 5040 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 Willowvale Primary School during the school's published admission window.
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Pay any required deposits or fees
Willowvale 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 Willowvale Primary School. If declined, you may appeal at the Amathole East 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 Willowvale Primary School for the next school year?
To apply to Willowvale Primary School for the next academic year, collect and submit the application form directly at Willowvale 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 Willowvale Primary School via the school office.
What documents do I need to apply at Willowvale Primary School?
Willowvale 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 Willowvale Primary School (the school office) for any school-specific requirements.