Overview
Groenpunt Primere Skool is a public primary school (Grades R–7) located in Kimberley, Northern Cape, South Africa. It currently enrols 1,454 learners and is staffed by 43 educators (a learner-to-educator ratio of approximately 34:1), and is officially classified as a no-fee school under Q3. It falls within the Frances Baard (Fb) education district.
Benchmark against nearby schools
Compared with 45 other primary schools in Kimberley.
School fees
Groenpunt Primere Skool charges no tuition fees. Plan instead for uniforms, stationery, transport and outings.
Public primary school (Grades R–7); fees regulated by the SA Schools Act.
Fee questions
How much are school fees at Groenpunt Primere Skool for 2027?
Tuition at Groenpunt Primere Skool for the 2027 academic year is R0; the school is officially classified as no-fee (Q3) by the Department of Basic Education in the Frances Baard (Fb) district. Parents may still need to cover uniform and stationery costs; phone 053 851 1309 for specifics.
Is Groenpunt Primere Skool a no-fee school?
Yes, Groenpunt Primere Skool is officially a no-fee school (Q3), recognised as such by the Department of Basic Education in the Frances Baard (Fb) district. No tuition is charged to any of its 1,454 learners.
What is the quintile of Groenpunt Primere Skool and what does it mean for fees?
Groenpunt Primere Skool is a Q3 school, the lowest of three quintile bands designated as "no-fee" under the SA Schools Act. Serving the Kimberley, Northern Cape community in the Frances Baard (Fb) district, it receives full state funding and parents are not charged tuition.
How to apply
Applications to Groenpunt Primere Skool for Grade R or Grade 1 (and other grade transfers) are submitted directly at the Groenpunt Primere Skool school office in the Frances Baard (Fb) education district. Below is the step-by-step process specific to Northern Cape.
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Confirm availability with Groenpunt Primere Skool
Call 053 851 1309 to confirm whether Groenpunt Primere Skool has open places for the year you're applying.
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Start the application
Collect the official application form from 73 Dutch Reform Road, Greenpoint, Kimberley, 8515 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 Groenpunt Primere Skool during the school's published admission window.
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Pay any required deposits or fees
Groenpunt Primere Skool 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 Groenpunt Primere Skool. If declined, you may appeal at the Frances Baard (Fb) 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 Groenpunt Primere Skool for the next school year?
To apply to Groenpunt Primere Skool for the next academic year, collect and submit the application form directly at Groenpunt Primere Skool. Northern Cape applications are made directly at the school office. For confirmation of available places, contact Groenpunt Primere Skool via phone 053 851 1309.
What documents do I need to apply at Groenpunt Primere Skool?
Groenpunt Primere Skool 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 Groenpunt Primere Skool (phone 053 851 1309) for any school-specific requirements.