Overview
Roodepan Primary School is a public primary school (Grades R–7) located in Kimberley, Northern Cape, South Africa. It currently enrols 1,449 learners and is staffed by 45 educators (a learner-to-educator ratio of approximately 32:1), 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
Roodepan 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 Roodepan Primary School for 2027?
Tuition at Roodepan Primary School 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 053 873 2602 for specifics.
Is Roodepan Primary School a no-fee school?
Yes, Roodepan Primary School 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 1,449 learners.
What is the quintile of Roodepan Primary School and what does it mean for fees?
As a Q3 public primary school (Grades R–7) in the Frances Baard (Fb) district, Roodepan Primary School is funded entirely by the state under the no-fee policy applied to Quintiles 1 through 3.
How to apply
To enrol your child at Roodepan Primary School, families in Northern Cape apply directly at the Roodepan Primary School school office. The exact Grade R or Grade 1 (and other grade transfers) process in the Frances Baard (Fb) education district is summarised below.
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Confirm availability with Roodepan Primary School
Call 053 873 2602 to confirm whether Roodepan Primary School has open places for the year you're applying.
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Start the application
Collect the official application form from 90 Starling Street, Pescodia, Roodepoort, 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 Roodepan Primary School during the school's published admission window.
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Pay any required deposits or fees
Roodepan 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 Roodepan 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 Roodepan Primary School for the next school year?
To apply to Roodepan Primary School for the next academic year, collect and submit the application form directly at Roodepan Primary School. Northern Cape applications are made directly at the school office. For confirmation of available places, contact Roodepan Primary School via phone 053 873 2602.
What documents do I need to apply at Roodepan Primary School?
Roodepan Primary School 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 Roodepan Primary School (phone 053 873 2602) for any school-specific requirements.