Overview
Lorraine Banareng is a public primary school (Grades R–7) located in Trichardtsdal, Trichardtsdal, Limpopo, South Africa. It currently enrols 653 learners and is staffed by 20 educators (a learner-to-educator ratio of approximately 33:1), 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 15 other primary schools in Trichardtsdal.
School fees
Lorraine Banareng 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 Lorraine Banareng for 2027?
Tuition at Lorraine Banareng 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 015 383 2159 for specifics.
Is Lorraine Banareng a no-fee school?
Yes, Lorraine Banareng 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 653 learners.
What is the quintile of Lorraine Banareng and what does it mean for fees?
Lorraine Banareng is a Q1 school, the lowest of three quintile bands designated as "no-fee" under the SA Schools Act. Serving the Trichardtsdal, Trichardtsdal, Limpopo community in the Mopani West district, it receives full state funding and parents are not charged tuition.
How to apply
To enrol your child at Lorraine Banareng, families in Limpopo apply directly at the Lorraine Banareng 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 Lorraine Banareng
Call 015 383 2159 to confirm whether Lorraine Banareng has open places for the year you're applying.
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Start the application
Collect the official application form from Lorraine Village; Site 960; Lorraine Village; Ga-Sekororo; Trichardtsdal 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 Lorraine Banareng during the school's published admission window.
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Pay any required deposits or fees
Lorraine Banareng 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 Lorraine Banareng. 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 Lorraine Banareng for the next school year?
To apply to Lorraine Banareng for the next academic year, collect and submit the application form directly at Lorraine Banareng. In Limpopo, applications are completed at the school and processed via the circuit office. For confirmation of available places, contact Lorraine Banareng via phone 015 383 2159.
What documents do I need to apply at Lorraine Banareng?
Lorraine Banareng 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 Lorraine Banareng (phone 015 383 2159) for any school-specific requirements.