Overview
Orchards Primary School (Tw) is a public primary school (Grades R–7) located in Pretoria, Pretoria, Gauteng, South Africa. It currently enrols 1,748 learners and is staffed by 49 educators (a learner-to-educator ratio of approximately 36:1), operating as a fee-charging school (Q5). It falls within the Tshwane West education district.
Benchmark against nearby schools
Compared with 113 other primary schools in Pretoria.
School fees
Q5 fees vary widely. Confirm Orchards Primary School (Tw)'s 2027 fee schedule directly with the school office.
Public primary school (Grades R–7); fees regulated by the SA Schools Act.
Fee questions
How much are school fees at Orchards Primary School (Tw) for 2027?
For 2027, Orchards Primary School (Tw) (Q5) falls within a r8,000 – r45,000+ per year (typical range) band and serves 1,748 learners in the Tshwane West district. The SGB sets the precise fee annually; phone 012 549 7455 for the published amount.
Is Orchards Primary School (Tw) a no-fee school?
No, Orchards Primary School (Tw) is a fee-charging school (Q5) in the Tshwane West district. Annual fees are set by the SGB and apply to all enrolled learners.
What is the quintile of Orchards Primary School (Tw) and what does it mean for fees?
Orchards Primary School (Tw) is a Quintile 5 school (the top funding band), typically associated with the highest fees among public schools. Located in Pretoria, Pretoria the Orchards, Gauteng in the Tshwane West district, the SGB sets the fee schedule annually based on facilities, staffing and programmes offered.
How to apply
To enrol your child at Orchards Primary School (Tw), families in Gauteng apply via the GDE Online Admissions online system, with confirmation handled by Orchards Primary School (Tw). The exact Grade R or Grade 1 (and other grade transfers) process in the Tshwane West education district is summarised below.
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Confirm availability with Orchards Primary School (Tw)
Call 012 549 7455 to confirm whether Orchards Primary School (Tw) 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 Orchards Primary School (Tw) 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
If accepted, Orchards Primary School (Tw) (an SGB-funded school) may require a registration deposit. The exact amount is confirmed by the school.
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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 Orchards Primary School (Tw).
- 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 Orchards Primary School (Tw) for the next school year?
To apply to Orchards Primary School (Tw) for the next academic year, register on the GDE Online Admissions portal during the official admission window and select Orchards Primary School (Tw) 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 Orchards Primary School (Tw) via phone 012 549 7455.
What documents do I need to apply at Orchards Primary School (Tw)?
Orchards Primary School (Tw) 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 Orchards Primary School (Tw) (phone 012 549 7455) for any school-specific requirements and to verify what must be uploaded to the GDE Online Admissions.