Overview
Tswetlane is a public primary school (Grades R–7) located in Gamarota, Burgersfort, Limpopo, South Africa. It currently enrols 337 learners and is staffed by 8 educators (a learner-to-educator ratio of approximately 42:1), and is officially classified as a no-fee school under Q1. It falls within the Sekhukhune East education district.
Benchmark against nearby schools
Compared with 131 other primary schools in Burgersfort.
School fees
Tswetlane 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 Tswetlane for 2027?
Tswetlane is a no-fee public primary school (Grades R–7) in Gamarota, Burgersfort, Limpopo, so parents pay no tuition fees for 2027. All 337 enrolled learners attend at no charge. Budget instead for uniforms, stationery and transport. For voluntary contributions or admission fees, phone 099.
Is Tswetlane a no-fee school?
Tswetlane is classified no-fee under Q1 and forms part of the state-funded schools serving Gamarota, Burgersfort, Limpopo. Parents pay no tuition fees.
What is the quintile of Tswetlane and what does it mean for fees?
Tswetlane is a Q1 school, the lowest of three quintile bands designated as "no-fee" under the SA Schools Act. Serving the Gamarota, Burgersfort, Limpopo community in the Sekhukhune East district, it receives full state funding and parents are not charged tuition.
How to apply
Applications to Tswetlane for Grade R or Grade 1 (and other grade transfers) are submitted directly at the Tswetlane school office in the Sekhukhune East education district. Below is the step-by-step process specific to Limpopo.
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Confirm availability with Tswetlane
Call 099 to confirm whether Tswetlane has open places for the year you're applying.
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Start the application
Collect the official application form from Ga--Motodi Village, Stasie Section, Burgersfort 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 Tswetlane during the school's published admission window.
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Pay any required deposits or fees
Tswetlane 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 Tswetlane. If declined, you may appeal at the Sekhukhune East 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 Tswetlane for the next school year?
Tswetlane 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 Sekhukhune East district.
What documents do I need to apply at Tswetlane?
When applying to Tswetlane, 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 Tswetlane depending on the grade; confirm via phone 099.