Overview
Olyvenhoutsdrift Primere Skool is a public primary school (Grades R–7) located in Upington, Northern Cape, South Africa. It currently enrols 741 learners and is staffed by 21 educators (a learner-to-educator ratio of approximately 35:1), operating as a fee-charging school (Q4). It falls within the Zf Mgcawu (Zfm) education district.
Benchmark against nearby schools
Compared with 21 other primary schools in Upington.
School fees
Q4 fees in Northern Cape typically fall within this band; Olyvenhoutsdrift Primere Skool's exact 2027 fee is set by the SGB.
Public primary school (Grades R–7); fees regulated by the SA Schools Act.
Fee questions
How much are school fees at Olyvenhoutsdrift Primere Skool for 2027?
For 2027, Olyvenhoutsdrift Primere Skool (Q4) falls within a r1,500 – r8,000 per year (typical range) band and serves 741 learners in the Zf Mgcawu (Zfm) district. The SGB sets the precise fee annually; phone 054 332 2808 for the published amount.
Is Olyvenhoutsdrift Primere Skool a no-fee school?
No, Olyvenhoutsdrift Primere Skool is a fee-charging school (Q4) in the Zf Mgcawu (Zfm) district. Annual fees are set by the SGB and apply to all enrolled learners.
What is the quintile of Olyvenhoutsdrift Primere Skool and what does it mean for fees?
Olyvenhoutsdrift Primere Skool sits in Quintile 4, the second-highest funding band. Q4 schools serve moderately-resourced communities and are permitted to charge SGB-approved school fees alongside their state subsidy.
How to apply
Olyvenhoutsdrift Primere Skool accepts applications directly at the Olyvenhoutsdrift Primere Skool school office in the Zf Mgcawu (Zfm) 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 Olyvenhoutsdrift Primere Skool
Call 054 332 2808 to confirm whether Olyvenhoutsdrift Primere Skool has open places for the year you're applying.
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Start the application
Collect the official application form from 1 Anemone Circle, Louisvale, Upington, 8801 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 Olyvenhoutsdrift Primere Skool during the school's published admission window.
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Pay any required deposits or fees
If accepted, Olyvenhoutsdrift Primere Skool (an SGB-funded school) may require a registration deposit. The exact amount is confirmed by the school.
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Confirm placement and enrol
Wait for confirmation from Olyvenhoutsdrift Primere Skool. If declined, you may appeal at the Zf Mgcawu (Zfm) 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 Olyvenhoutsdrift Primere Skool for the next school year?
To apply to Olyvenhoutsdrift Primere Skool for the next academic year, collect and submit the application form directly at Olyvenhoutsdrift Primere Skool. Northern Cape applications are made directly at the school office. For confirmation of available places, contact Olyvenhoutsdrift Primere Skool via phone 054 332 2808.
What documents do I need to apply at Olyvenhoutsdrift Primere Skool?
Olyvenhoutsdrift 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 Olyvenhoutsdrift Primere Skool (phone 054 332 2808) for any school-specific requirements.