Overview
Nellmapius Primary School is a public primary school (Grades R–7) located in Pretoria, Pretoria, Gauteng, South Africa. It currently enrols 2,157 learners and is staffed by 67 educators (a learner-to-educator ratio of approximately 32:1), and is officially classified as a no-fee school under Q1. It falls within the Tshwane South education district.
Benchmark against nearby schools
Compared with 113 other primary schools in Pretoria.
School fees
Nellmapius 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 Nellmapius Primary School for 2027?
Tuition at Nellmapius Primary School for the 2027 academic year is R0; the school is officially classified as no-fee (Q1) by the Department of Basic Education in the Tshwane South district. Parents may still need to cover uniform and stationery costs; phone 012 803 0513 for specifics.
Is Nellmapius Primary School a no-fee school?
Yes, Nellmapius Primary School is officially a no-fee school (Q1), recognised as such by the Department of Basic Education in the Tshwane South district. No tuition is charged to any of its 2,157 learners.
What is the quintile of Nellmapius Primary School and what does it mean for fees?
As a Q1 public primary school (Grades R–7) in the Tshwane South district, Nellmapius Primary School is funded entirely by the state under the no-fee policy applied to Quintiles 1 through 3.
How to apply
To enrol your child at Nellmapius Primary School, families in Gauteng apply via the GDE Online Admissions online system, with confirmation handled by Nellmapius Primary School. The exact Grade R or Grade 1 (and other grade transfers) process in the Tshwane South education district is summarised below.
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Confirm availability with Nellmapius Primary School
Call 012 803 0513 to confirm whether Nellmapius Primary School has open places for the year you're applying.
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Start the application
Register on the GDE Online Admissions portal when applications open and select Nellmapius Primary School as a preferred school.
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Submit your documents
Upload all required documents to the GDE Online Admissions portal before the published cut-off and keep your reference number.
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Pay any required deposits or fees
Nellmapius Primary School is a no-fee school (Q1), so no tuition is payable. Budget for uniforms and stationery.
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Confirm placement and enrol
Check your GDE Online Admissions dashboard for the placement outcome. If accepted, complete on-site registration at Nellmapius Primary School.
- 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 Nellmapius Primary School for the next school year?
To apply to Nellmapius Primary School for the next academic year, register on the GDE Online Admissions portal during the official admission window and select Nellmapius Primary School as a preferred school. GDE Online Admissions for Grade 1 and Grade 8 typically opens around July of the preceding year. For confirmation of available places, contact Nellmapius Primary School via phone 012 803 0513.
What documents do I need to apply at Nellmapius Primary School?
Nellmapius 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 Nellmapius Primary School (phone 012 803 0513) for any school-specific requirements and to verify what must be uploaded to the GDE Online Admissions.