Overview
Emthanjeni Public Primary School is a public primary school (Grades R–7) located in De Aar, Northern Cape, South Africa. It currently enrols 504 learners and is staffed by 14 educators (a learner-to-educator ratio of approximately 36:1), and is officially classified as a no-fee school under Q3. It falls within the Pixley Ka Seme (Pxl) education district.
Benchmark against nearby schools
Compared with 9 other primary schools in De Aar.
School fees
Emthanjeni Public 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 Emthanjeni Public Primary School for 2027?
Emthanjeni Public Primary School is a no-fee public primary school (Grades R–7) in De Aar, Northern Cape, so parents pay no tuition fees for 2027. All 504 enrolled learners attend at no charge. Budget instead for uniforms, stationery and transport. For voluntary contributions or admission fees, phone 053 631 4011.
Is Emthanjeni Public Primary School a no-fee school?
Emthanjeni Public Primary School is classified no-fee under Q3 and forms part of the state-funded schools serving De Aar, Northern Cape. Parents pay no tuition fees.
What is the quintile of Emthanjeni Public Primary School and what does it mean for fees?
Classified as Q3 by the Department of Basic Education, Emthanjeni Public Primary School falls within the no-fee category, meaning the 504 learners attending here in De Aar, Northern Cape pay no school fees.
How to apply
Emthanjeni Public Primary School accepts applications directly at the Emthanjeni Public Primary School school office in the Pixley Ka Seme (Pxl) education district. The steps and documents required for Grade R or Grade 1 (and other grade transfers) are detailed below.
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Confirm availability with Emthanjeni Public Primary School
Call 053 631 4011 to confirm whether Emthanjeni Public Primary School has open places for the year you're applying.
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Start the application
Collect the official application form from 8 Eighth Street, Nonzwakazi, de Aar, 7000 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 Emthanjeni Public Primary School during the school's published admission window.
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Pay any required deposits or fees
Emthanjeni Public Primary School is a no-fee school (Q3), so no tuition is payable. Budget for uniforms and stationery.
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Confirm placement and enrol
Wait for confirmation from Emthanjeni Public 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 Emthanjeni Public Primary School for the next school year?
Emthanjeni Public Primary School processes applications at the school office. Northern Cape applications are made directly at the school office. Reach the school directly via phone 053 631 4011 to confirm openings in the Pixley Ka Seme (Pxl) district.
What documents do I need to apply at Emthanjeni Public Primary School?
When applying to Emthanjeni Public Primary School, 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 Emthanjeni Public Primary School depending on the grade; confirm via phone 053 631 4011.