Primary Public No Fee Q1

Motupakgomo Primary School

Tzaneen, Limpopo

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Learners (2025)
1,275
Educators (2025)
33
Learner : Educator
38.6:1
2025 NSC Pass Rate
N/A
About this school

Overview

Motupakgomo is a public primary school (Grades R–7) located in Tzaneen, Limpopo, South Africa. It currently enrols 1,275 learners and is staffed by 33 educators (a learner-to-educator ratio of approximately 39:1), and is officially classified as a no-fee school under Q1. It falls within the Mopani West education district.

EMIS
918511173
Phase
Primary
Sector
Public
Quintile
Q1
Learners (2025)
1,275
Province
Limpopo
How it compares

Benchmark against nearby schools

Compared with 59 other primary schools in Tzaneen.

Learner:educator ratio (lower is more staffed)
38.6:1
vs 30.8:1 area average
Ranks 52nd of 60
Fees & funding

School fees

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

Motupakgomo 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 Motupakgomo for 2027?

Motupakgomo is a no-fee public primary school (Grades R–7) in Tzaneen, Limpopo, so parents pay no tuition fees for 2027. All 1,275 enrolled learners attend at no charge. Budget instead for uniforms, stationery and transport. For voluntary contributions or admission fees, phone 099.

Is Motupakgomo a no-fee school?

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

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

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

Admissions

How to apply

Applications to Motupakgomo for Grade R or Grade 1 (and other grade transfers) are submitted directly at the Motupakgomo school office in the Mopani West education district. Below is the step-by-step process specific to Limpopo.

  1. 1
    Confirm availability with Motupakgomo

    Call 099 to confirm whether Motupakgomo has open places for the year you're applying.

  2. 2
    Start the application

    Collect the official application form from Motupa Village 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 Motupakgomo during the school's published admission window.

  4. 4
    Pay any required deposits or fees

    Motupakgomo 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 Motupakgomo. 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 Motupakgomo for the next school year?

Motupakgomo 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 099 to confirm openings in the Mopani West district.

What documents do I need to apply at Motupakgomo?

When applying to Motupakgomo, 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 Motupakgomo depending on the grade; confirm via phone 099.

Get in touch

Contact & location

Address
Motupa Village
Postal address
P.O. Box 284; Deerpark
Telephone
099
Administrative reference details
NatEMIS number
918511173
Circuit
Unknown
Ward
93303010.0
Local municipality
Greater Letaba
District municipality
Mopani District Municipality
Section 21 status
YES
Exam centre
No
Status
Open
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