Overview
De Villiers Laerskool is a public primary school (Grades R–7) located in Robertson, Robertson, Western Cape, South Africa. It currently enrols 940 learners and is staffed by 29 educators (a learner-to-educator ratio of approximately 32:1), and is officially classified as a no-fee school under Q2. It falls within the Cape Winelands education district.
Benchmark against nearby schools
Compared with 12 other primary schools in Robertson.
School fees
De Villiers Laerskool 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 De Villiers Laerskool for 2027?
Tuition at De Villiers Laerskool for the 2027 academic year is R0; the school is officially classified as no-fee (Q2) by the Department of Basic Education in the Cape Winelands district. Parents may still need to cover uniform and stationery costs; phone 023 626 2465 for specifics.
Is De Villiers Laerskool a no-fee school?
Yes, De Villiers Laerskool is officially a no-fee school (Q2), recognised as such by the Department of Basic Education in the Cape Winelands district. No tuition is charged to any of its 940 learners.
What is the quintile of De Villiers Laerskool and what does it mean for fees?
As a Q2 public primary school (Grades R–7) in the Cape Winelands district, De Villiers Laerskool is funded entirely by the state under the no-fee policy applied to Quintiles 1 through 3.
How to apply
Applications to De Villiers Laerskool for Grade R or Grade 1 (and other grade transfers) are submitted via the WCED Online Admissions online system, with confirmation handled by De Villiers Laerskool in the Cape Winelands education district. Below is the step-by-step process specific to Western Cape.
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Confirm availability with De Villiers Laerskool
Call 023 626 2465 to confirm whether De Villiers Laerskool has open places for the year you're applying.
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Start the application
Register on the WCED Online Admissions portal when applications open and select De Villiers Laerskool as a preferred school.
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Submit your documents
Upload all required documents to the WCED Online Admissions portal before the published cut-off and keep your reference number.
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Pay any required deposits or fees
De Villiers Laerskool is a no-fee school (Q2), so no tuition is payable. Budget for uniforms and stationery.
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Confirm placement and enrol
Check your WCED Online Admissions dashboard for the placement outcome. If accepted, complete on-site registration at De Villiers Laerskool.
- 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 De Villiers Laerskool for the next school year?
To apply to De Villiers Laerskool for the next academic year, register on the WCED Online Admissions portal during the official admission window and select De Villiers Laerskool as a preferred school. WCED Online Admissions for Grade 1 and Grade 8 typically opens in March/April of the preceding year. For confirmation of available places, contact De Villiers Laerskool via phone 023 626 2465.
What documents do I need to apply at De Villiers Laerskool?
De Villiers Laerskool 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 De Villiers Laerskool (phone 023 626 2465) for any school-specific requirements and to verify what must be uploaded to the WCED Online Admissions.