Overview
Hoerskool Riverside is a public intermediate school located in Douglas, Northern Cape, South Africa. It currently enrols 548 learners and is staffed by 21 educators (a learner-to-educator ratio of approximately 26:1), 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 7 other intermediate schools in Douglas.
School fees
Hoerskool Riverside charges no tuition fees. Plan instead for uniforms, stationery, transport and outings.
Public intermediate school; fees regulated by the SA Schools Act.
Fee questions
How much are school fees at Hoerskool Riverside for 2027?
Hoerskool Riverside is a no-fee public intermediate school in Douglas, Northern Cape, so parents pay no tuition fees for 2027. All 548 enrolled learners attend at no charge. Budget instead for uniforms, stationery, transport and excursions. For voluntary contributions or admission fees, phone 053 298 4849.
Is Hoerskool Riverside a no-fee school?
Hoerskool Riverside is classified no-fee under Q2 and forms part of the state-funded schools serving Douglas, Northern Cape. Parents pay no tuition fees.
What is the quintile of Hoerskool Riverside and what does it mean for fees?
As a Q2 public intermediate school in the Pixley Ka Seme (Pxl) district, Hoerskool Riverside is funded entirely by the state under the no-fee policy applied to Quintiles 1 through 3.
How to apply
Applications to Hoerskool Riverside for Grade 4 entry (and other grade transfers) are submitted directly at the Hoerskool Riverside 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 Hoerskool Riverside
Call 053 298 4849 to confirm whether Hoerskool Riverside has open places for the year you're applying.
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Start the application
Collect the official application form from Troupand Street, Breipaal, Douglas, 8730 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 Hoerskool Riverside during the school's published admission window.
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Pay any required deposits or fees
Hoerskool Riverside 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 Hoerskool Riverside. 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)
- Most recent end-of-year report from the previous school
- Transfer letter from the previous school (for Grade 8+ transfers)
Admissions questions
How do I apply to Hoerskool Riverside for the next school year?
Hoerskool Riverside processes applications at the school office. Northern Cape applications are made directly at the school office. Reach the school directly via phone 053 298 4849 to confirm openings in the Pixley Ka Seme (Pxl) district.
What documents do I need to apply at Hoerskool Riverside?
When applying to Hoerskool Riverside, 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 Hoerskool Riverside depending on the grade; confirm via phone 053 298 4849.