Overview
Homevale Primary School is a public primary school (Grades R–7) located in Kimberley, Northern Cape, South Africa. It currently enrols 1,034 learners and is staffed by 33 educators (a learner-to-educator ratio of approximately 31:1), 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
Homevale Primary School 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 Homevale Primary School for 2027?
Homevale Primary School is a no-fee public primary school (Grades R–7) in Kimberley, Northern Cape, so parents pay no tuition fees for 2027. All 1,034 enrolled learners attend at no charge. Budget instead for uniforms, stationery, transport and excursions. For voluntary contributions or admission fees, phone 053 874 1631.
Is Homevale Primary School a no-fee school?
Homevale Primary School is classified no-fee under Q3 and forms part of the state-funded schools serving Kimberley, Northern Cape. Parents pay no tuition fees.
What is the quintile of Homevale Primary School and what does it mean for fees?
Homevale Primary School 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
Homevale Primary School accepts applications directly at the Homevale Primary School school office in the Frances Baard (Fb) 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 Homevale Primary School
Call 053 874 1631 to confirm whether Homevale Primary School has open places for the year you're applying.
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Start the application
Collect the official application form from 1 St Street, Homevale, Kimberley, 8301 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 Homevale Primary School during the school's published admission window.
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Pay any required deposits or fees
Homevale 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 Homevale Primary School. 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 Homevale Primary School for the next school year?
Homevale Primary School processes applications at the school office. Northern Cape applications are made directly at the school office. Reach the school directly via phone 053 874 1631 to confirm openings in the Frances Baard (Fb) district.
What documents do I need to apply at Homevale Primary School?
When applying to Homevale 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 Homevale Primary School depending on the grade; confirm via phone 053 874 1631.