Overview
West End Primary School is a public primary school (Grades R–7) located in Kimberley, Northern Cape, South Africa. It currently enrols 1,001 learners and is staffed by 30 educators (a learner-to-educator ratio of approximately 33:1), operating as a fee-charging school (Q4). It falls within the Frances Baard (Fb) education district.
Benchmark against nearby schools
Compared with 45 other primary schools in Kimberley.
School fees
Q4 fees in Northern Cape typically fall within this band; West End Primary School'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 West End Primary School for 2027?
For 2027, West End Primary School (Q4) falls within a r1,500 – r8,000 per year (typical range) band and serves 1,001 learners in the Frances Baard (Fb) district. The SGB sets the precise fee annually; phone 053 871 4094 for the published amount.
Is West End Primary School a no-fee school?
No, West End Primary School is a fee-charging school (Q4) in the Frances Baard (Fb) district. Annual fees are set by the SGB and apply to all enrolled learners.
What is the quintile of West End Primary School and what does it mean for fees?
West End Primary School 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
Applications to West End Primary School for Grade R or Grade 1 (and other grade transfers) are submitted directly at the West End Primary School 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 West End Primary School
Call 053 871 4094 to confirm whether West End Primary School has open places for the year you're applying.
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Start the application
Collect the official application form from Lake Road, Westend, 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 West End Primary School during the school's published admission window.
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Pay any required deposits or fees
If accepted, West End Primary School (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 West End 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 West End Primary School for the next school year?
To apply to West End Primary School for the next academic year, collect and submit the application form directly at West End Primary School. Northern Cape applications are made directly at the school office. For confirmation of available places, contact West End Primary School via phone 053 871 4094.
What documents do I need to apply at West End Primary School?
West End 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 West End Primary School (phone 053 871 4094) for any school-specific requirements.