Overview
Imboniselo Primary School is a public primary school (Grades R–7) located in Mbekweni, Paarl, Western Cape, South Africa. It currently enrols 1,398 learners and is staffed by 40 educators (a learner-to-educator ratio of approximately 35:1), and is officially classified as a no-fee school under Q1. It falls within the Cape Winelands education district.
Benchmark against nearby schools
Compared with 25 other primary schools in Paarl.
School fees
Imboniselo 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 Imboniselo Primary School for 2027?
Tuition at Imboniselo Primary School for the 2027 academic year is R0; the school is officially classified as no-fee (Q1) by the Department of Basic Education in the Cape Winelands district. Parents may still need to cover uniform and stationery costs; phone 021 868 2987 for specifics.
Is Imboniselo Primary School a no-fee school?
Yes, Imboniselo Primary School is officially a no-fee school (Q1), recognised as such by the Department of Basic Education in the Cape Winelands district. No tuition is charged to any of its 1,398 learners.
What is the quintile of Imboniselo Primary School and what does it mean for fees?
Imboniselo Primary School is a Q1 school, the lowest of three quintile bands designated as "no-fee" under the SA Schools Act. Serving the Mbekweni, Mbekweni SP, Western Cape community in the Cape Winelands district, it receives full state funding and parents are not charged tuition.
How to apply
To enrol your child at Imboniselo Primary School, families in Western Cape apply via the WCED Online Admissions online system, with confirmation handled by Imboniselo Primary School. The exact Grade R or Grade 1 (and other grade transfers) process in the Cape Winelands education district is summarised below.
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Confirm availability with Imboniselo Primary School
Call 021 868 2987 to confirm whether Imboniselo Primary School 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 Imboniselo Primary School 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
Imboniselo Primary School is a no-fee school (Q1), 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 Imboniselo Primary School.
- 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 Imboniselo Primary School for the next school year?
To apply to Imboniselo Primary School for the next academic year, register on the WCED Online Admissions portal during the official admission window and select Imboniselo Primary School 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 Imboniselo Primary School via phone 021 868 2987.
What documents do I need to apply at Imboniselo Primary School?
Imboniselo 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 Imboniselo Primary School (phone 021 868 2987) for any school-specific requirements and to verify what must be uploaded to the WCED Online Admissions.