Primary Public No Fee Q3

Sindekile Primary School

Parys, Free State

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Learners (2025)
770
Educators (2025)
22
Learner : Educator
35.0:1
2025 NSC Pass Rate
N/A
About this school

Overview

Sindekile is a public primary school (Grades R–7) located in Parys, Parys, Free State, South Africa. It currently enrols 770 learners and is staffed by 22 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 Fezile Dabi education district.

EMIS
443011110
Phase
Primary
Sector
Public
Quintile
Q3
Learners (2025)
770
Province
Free State
How it compares

Benchmark against nearby schools

Compared with 11 other primary schools in Parys.

Learner:educator ratio (lower is more staffed)
35.0:1
vs 27.0:1 area average
Ranks 12th of 12
Fees & funding

School fees

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

Sindekile 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 Sindekile for 2027?

Tuition at Sindekile for the 2027 academic year is R0; the school is officially classified as no-fee (Q3) by the Department of Basic Education in the Fezile Dabi district. Parents may still need to cover uniform and stationery costs; contact the school office for specifics.

Is Sindekile a no-fee school?

Yes, Sindekile is officially a no-fee school (Q3), recognised as such by the Department of Basic Education in the Fezile Dabi district. No tuition is charged to any of its 770 learners.

What is the quintile of Sindekile and what does it mean for fees?

Sindekile is a Q3 school, the lowest of three quintile bands designated as "no-fee" under the SA Schools Act. Serving the Parys, Parys, Free State community in the Fezile Dabi district, it receives full state funding and parents are not charged tuition.

Admissions

How to apply

Sindekile accepts applications directly at the Sindekile school office in the Fezile Dabi education district. The steps and documents required for Grade R or Grade 1 (and other grade transfers) are detailed below.

  1. 1
    Confirm availability with Sindekile

    Contact Sindekile directly to confirm whether places are available for the year you're applying.

  2. 2
    Start the application

    Collect the official application form from 3323 TLADI STREET, Parys, Parys, PARYS, 9585 or download it from the Free State Department of Education website.

  3. 3
    Submit your documents

    Submit the completed form and certified copies of all supporting documents to Sindekile during the school's published admission window.

  4. 4
    Pay any required deposits or fees

    Sindekile 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 Sindekile. If declined, you may appeal at the Fezile Dabi district office under the Free State 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 Sindekile for the next school year?

To apply to Sindekile for the next academic year, collect and submit the application form directly at Sindekile. Free State applications are submitted directly to the school during the announced admission period. For confirmation of available places, contact Sindekile via the school office.

What documents do I need to apply at Sindekile?

Sindekile 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 Sindekile (the school office) for any school-specific requirements.

Get in touch

Contact & location

Address
3323 TLADI STREET, Parys, Parys, PARYS, 9585
Postal address
Po Box 389, Tumahole, 9585
Administrative reference details
NatEMIS number
443011110
Circuit
5
Ward
12.0
Local municipality
Ngwathe
District municipality
Ngwathe
Section 21 status
Yes
Exam centre
No
Status
Open
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