Overview
Happy Faces is a independent primary school (Grades R–7) located in Deerpark, Tzaneen, Limpopo, South Africa. It currently enrols 260 learners and is staffed by 10 educators (a learner-to-educator ratio of approximately 26:1), operating as a fee-charging school. It falls within the Mopani West education district.
Benchmark against nearby schools
Compared with 59 other primary schools in Tzaneen.
School fees
Private school fees vary widely. Request the official 2027 fee schedule from Happy Faces directly.
Private primary school (Grades R–7); fees set by the school.
Fee questions
How much are school fees at Happy Faces for 2027?
For 2027, Happy Faces falls within a r20,000 – r250,000+ per year (typical range) band and serves 260 learners in the Mopani West district. The SGB sets the precise fee annually; phone 099 for the published amount.
Is Happy Faces a no-fee school?
No, Happy Faces is a fee-charging school in the Mopani West district. Annual fees are set by the SGB and apply to all enrolled learners.
What is the quintile of Happy Faces and what does it mean for fees?
Happy Faces operates as an independent school in Deerpark, Tzaneen, Limpopo and is therefore not part of the public-school quintile system. All fees are determined privately by the school.
How to apply
To enrol your child at Happy Faces, families in Limpopo apply directly at the Happy Faces school office. The exact Grade R or Grade 1 (and other grade transfers) process in the Mopani West education district is summarised below.
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Confirm availability with Happy Faces
Call 099 to confirm whether Happy Faces has open places for the year you're applying.
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Start the application
Collect the official application form from PORTION26/2, Deerpark 459, Tzaneen 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 Happy Faces during the school's published admission window.
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Pay any required deposits or fees
If accepted, Happy Faces (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
Wait for confirmation from Happy Faces. 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 Happy Faces for the next school year?
To apply to Happy Faces for the next academic year, collect and submit the application form directly at Happy Faces. In Limpopo, applications are completed at the school and processed via the circuit office. For confirmation of available places, contact Happy Faces via phone 099.
What documents do I need to apply at Happy Faces?
Happy Faces 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 Happy Faces (phone 099) for any school-specific requirements.