Overview
Carnarvon Primary School is a public primary school (Grades R–7) located in Carnarvon, Northern Cape, South Africa. It currently enrols 1,214 learners and is staffed by 37 educators (a learner-to-educator ratio of approximately 33:1), and is officially classified as a no-fee school under Q2. It falls within the Pixley Ka Seme (Pxl) education district.
Benchmark against nearby schools
Compared with 65 other primary schools in Pixley Ka Seme (Pxl).
School fees
Carnarvon Primary School 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 Carnarvon Primary School for 2027?
Tuition at Carnarvon Primary School for the 2027 academic year is R0; the school is officially classified as no-fee (Q2) by the Department of Basic Education in the Pixley Ka Seme (Pxl) district. Parents may still need to cover uniform and stationery costs; phone 053 382 3583 for specifics.
Is Carnarvon Primary School a no-fee school?
Yes, Carnarvon Primary School is officially a no-fee school (Q2), recognised as such by the Department of Basic Education in the Pixley Ka Seme (Pxl) district. No tuition is charged to any of its 1,214 learners.
What is the quintile of Carnarvon Primary School and what does it mean for fees?
Classified as Q2 by the Department of Basic Education, Carnarvon Primary School falls within the no-fee category, meaning the 1,214 learners attending here in Carnarvon, Northern Cape pay no school fees.
How to apply
Applications to Carnarvon Primary School for Grade R or Grade 1 (and other grade transfers) are submitted directly at the Carnarvon Primary School school office in the Pixley Ka Seme (Pxl) education district. Below is the step-by-step process specific to Northern Cape.
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Confirm availability with Carnarvon Primary School
Call 053 382 3583 to confirm whether Carnarvon Primary School has open places for the year you're applying.
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Start the application
Collect the official application form from Po Box 25, Riverview, Carnarvon, 8925 or download it from the Northern Cape Department of Education website.
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Submit your documents
Submit the completed form and certified copies of all supporting documents to Carnarvon Primary School during the school's published admission window.
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Pay any required deposits or fees
Carnarvon Primary School is a no-fee school (Q2), so no tuition is payable. Budget for uniforms and stationery.
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Confirm placement and enrol
Wait for confirmation from Carnarvon Primary School. If declined, you may appeal at the Pixley Ka Seme (Pxl) district office under the Northern Cape 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 Carnarvon Primary School for the next school year?
To apply to Carnarvon Primary School for the next academic year, collect and submit the application form directly at Carnarvon Primary School. Northern Cape applications are made directly at the school office. For confirmation of available places, contact Carnarvon Primary School via phone 053 382 3583.
What documents do I need to apply at Carnarvon Primary School?
Carnarvon Primary School 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 Carnarvon Primary School (phone 053 382 3583) for any school-specific requirements.