Primary Public No Fee Q1

Morapalala Primary School

Morapalalavillage, Tzaneen, Limpopo

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Learners (2025)
388
Educators (2025)
11
Learner : Educator
35.3:1
2025 NSC Pass Rate
N/A
About this school

Overview

Morapalala is a public primary school (Grades R–7) located in Morapalalavillage, Tzaneen, Limpopo, South Africa. It currently enrols 388 learners and is staffed by 11 educators (a learner-to-educator ratio of approximately 35:1), and is officially classified as a no-fee school under Q1. It falls within the Mopani West education district.

EMIS
918511128
Phase
Primary
Sector
Public
Quintile
Q1
Learners (2025)
388
Province
Limpopo
How it compares

Benchmark against nearby schools

Compared with 59 other primary schools in Tzaneen.

Learner:educator ratio (lower is more staffed)
35.3:1
vs 30.9:1 area average
Ranks 34th of 60
Fees & funding

School fees

Status
No-Fee School
Indicative 2027 fee
R0 per year (no-fee school)

Morapalala 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 Morapalala for 2027?

Morapalala is a no-fee public primary school (Grades R–7) in Morapalalavillage, Tzaneen, Limpopo, so parents pay no tuition fees for 2027. All 388 enrolled learners attend at no charge. Budget instead for uniforms, stationery and transport. For voluntary contributions or admission fees, phone 083 422 4059.

Is Morapalala a no-fee school?

Morapalala is classified no-fee under Q1 and forms part of the state-funded schools serving Morapalalavillage, Tzaneen, Limpopo. Parents pay no tuition fees.

What is the quintile of Morapalala and what does it mean for fees?

As a Q1 public primary school (Grades R–7) in the Mopani West district, Morapalala is funded entirely by the state under the no-fee policy applied to Quintiles 1 through 3.

Admissions

How to apply

To enrol your child at Morapalala, families in Limpopo apply directly at the Morapalala school office. The exact Grade R or Grade 1 (and other grade transfers) process in the Mopani West education district is summarised below.

  1. 1
    Confirm availability with Morapalala

    Call 083 422 4059 to confirm whether Morapalala has open places for the year you're applying.

  2. 2
    Start the application

    Collect the official application form from Morapalala; Village; Senobela No 4; or download it from the Limpopo Department of Education website.

  3. 3
    Submit your documents

    Submit the completed form and certified copies of all supporting documents to Morapalala during the school's published admission window.

  4. 4
    Pay any required deposits or fees

    Morapalala is a no-fee school (Q1), so no tuition is payable. Budget for uniforms and stationery.

  5. 5
    Confirm placement and enrol

    Wait for confirmation from Morapalala. If declined, you may appeal at the Mopani West district office under the Limpopo Department of Education.

Documents typically required
  • 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 Morapalala for the next school year?

Morapalala processes applications at the school office. In Limpopo, applications are completed at the school and processed via the circuit office. Reach the school directly via phone 083 422 4059 to confirm openings in the Mopani West district.

What documents do I need to apply at Morapalala?

When applying to Morapalala, you'll typically need: • 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) Additional items may be requested by Morapalala depending on the grade; confirm via phone 083 422 4059.

Get in touch

Contact & location

Address
Morapalala; Village; Senobela No 4;
Postal address
P.O. Box 6045; Modjadji
Telephone
083 422 4059
Administrative reference details
NatEMIS number
918511128
Circuit
Unknown
Ward
93303001.0
Local municipality
Greater Tzaneen
District municipality
Mopani District Municipality
Section 21 status
YES
Exam centre
No
Status
Open
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