Weltevreden Valley Core Primary School
📍 Philippi, City of Cape Town, Western Cape
Learners
1,371
Educators
37
Learners (2025)
1,379
Educators (2025)
36
Learner : Educator
38.3:1
2025 NSC Pass Rate
N/A
About this school
Overview
Nal'uxulo Primary School is a public primary school (Grades R–7) located in Philippi, City of Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa. It currently enrols 1,379 learners and is staffed by 36 educators (a learner-to-educator ratio of approximately 38:1), and is officially classified as a no-fee school under Q2. It falls within the Metro South education district.
How it compares
Benchmark against nearby schools
Compared with 17 other primary schools in Philippi.
Learner:educator ratio (lower is more staffed)
38.3:1
vs 32.1:1 area average
Ranks 17th of 18
Fees & funding
School fees
Status
No-Fee School
Indicative 2027 fee
R0 per year (no-fee school)
Nal'uxulo 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 Nal'uxulo Primary School for 2027?
Tuition at Nal'uxulo Primary School for the 2027 academic year is R0; the school is officially classified as no-fee (Q2) by the Department of Basic Education in the Metro South district. Parents may still need to cover uniform and stationery costs; phone 021 370 0062 for specifics.
Is Nal'uxulo Primary School a no-fee school?
Yes, Nal'uxulo Primary School is officially a no-fee school (Q2), recognised as such by the Department of Basic Education in the Metro South district. No tuition is charged to any of its 1,379 learners.
What is the quintile of Nal'uxulo Primary School and what does it mean for fees?
Nal'uxulo Primary School is a Q2 school, the lowest of three quintile bands designated as "no-fee" under the SA Schools Act. Serving the Philippi, Weltevreden Valley North 1, Western Cape community in the Metro South district, it receives full state funding and parents are not charged tuition.
Admissions
How to apply
To enrol your child at Nal'uxulo Primary School, families in Western Cape apply via the WCED Online Admissions online system, with confirmation handled by Nal'uxulo Primary School. The exact Grade R or Grade 1 (and other grade transfers) process in the Metro South education district is summarised below.
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Confirm availability with Nal'uxulo Primary School
Call 021 370 0062 to confirm whether Nal'uxulo 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 Nal'uxulo 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
Nal'uxulo Primary School 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 Nal'uxulo Primary School.
Documents typically required
- 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 Nal'uxulo Primary School for the next school year?
To apply to Nal'uxulo Primary School for the next academic year, register on the WCED Online Admissions portal during the official admission window and select Nal'uxulo 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 Nal'uxulo Primary School via phone 021 370 0062.
What documents do I need to apply at Nal'uxulo Primary School?
Nal'uxulo 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 Nal'uxulo Primary School (phone 021 370 0062) for any school-specific requirements and to verify what must be uploaded to the WCED Online Admissions.
Get in touch
Contact & location
Administrative reference details
NatEMIS number
106007058
Circuit
9
Ward
19100033.0
Local municipality
City of Cape Town
District municipality
City of Cape Town
Section 21 status
NO
Exam centre
No
Status
Open
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