Overview
Butshwana is a public primary school (Grades R–7) located in Worcester, Moetladimo, Limpopo, South Africa. It currently enrols 521 learners and is staffed by 12 educators (a learner-to-educator ratio of approximately 43:1), and is officially classified as a no-fee school under Q1. It falls within the Mopani West education district.
Benchmark against nearby schools
Compared with 14 other primary schools in Moetladimo.
School fees
Butshwana 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 Butshwana for 2027?
Tuition at Butshwana for the 2027 academic year is R0; the school is officially classified as no-fee (Q1) by the Department of Basic Education in the Mopani West district. Parents may still need to cover uniform and stationery costs; phone 071 400 1475 for specifics.
Is Butshwana a no-fee school?
Yes, Butshwana is officially a no-fee school (Q1), recognised as such by the Department of Basic Education in the Mopani West district. No tuition is charged to any of its 521 learners.
What is the quintile of Butshwana and what does it mean for fees?
Classified as Q1 by the Department of Basic Education, Butshwana falls within the no-fee category, meaning the 521 learners attending here in Worcester, Moetladimo, Limpopo pay no school fees.
How to apply
Applications to Butshwana for Grade R or Grade 1 (and other grade transfers) are submitted directly at the Butshwana school office in the Mopani West education district. Below is the step-by-step process specific to Limpopo.
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Confirm availability with Butshwana
Call 071 400 1475 to confirm whether Butshwana has open places for the year you're applying.
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Start the application
Collect the official application form from Butshwana Village; Ga-Sekororo; Worcester; or download it from the Limpopo Department of Education website.
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Submit your documents
Submit the completed form and certified copies of all supporting documents to Butshwana during the school's published admission window.
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Pay any required deposits or fees
Butshwana is a no-fee school (Q1), so no tuition is payable. Budget for uniforms and stationery.
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Confirm placement and enrol
Wait for confirmation from Butshwana. If declined, you may appeal at the Mopani West district office under the Limpopo 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 Butshwana for the next school year?
To apply to Butshwana for the next academic year, collect and submit the application form directly at Butshwana. In Limpopo, applications are completed at the school and processed via the circuit office. For confirmation of available places, contact Butshwana via phone 071 400 1475.
What documents do I need to apply at Butshwana?
Butshwana 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 Butshwana (phone 071 400 1475) for any school-specific requirements.