Overview
Rainbow Primary School is a public primary school (Grades R–7) located in Wesbank, City of Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa. It currently enrols 1,192 learners and is staffed by 35 educators (a learner-to-educator ratio of approximately 34:1), and is officially classified as a no-fee school under Q3. It falls within the Metro East education district.
Benchmark against nearby schools
Compared with 4 other primary schools in Wesbank.
School fees
Rainbow 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 Rainbow Primary School for 2027?
Tuition at Rainbow 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 Metro East district. Parents may still need to cover uniform and stationery costs; phone 074 688 6261 for specifics.
Is Rainbow Primary School a no-fee school?
Yes, Rainbow Primary School is officially a no-fee school (Q3), recognised as such by the Department of Basic Education in the Metro East district. No tuition is charged to any of its 1,192 learners.
What is the quintile of Rainbow Primary School and what does it mean for fees?
Rainbow Primary School is a Q3 school, the lowest of three quintile bands designated as "no-fee" under the SA Schools Act. Serving the Wesbank, Vogelvlei, Western Cape community in the Metro East district, it receives full state funding and parents are not charged tuition.
How to apply
Applications to Rainbow Primary School for Grade R or Grade 1 (and other grade transfers) are submitted via the WCED Online Admissions online system, with confirmation handled by Rainbow Primary School in the Metro East education district. Below is the step-by-step process specific to Western Cape.
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Confirm availability with Rainbow Primary School
Call 074 688 6261 to confirm whether Rainbow 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 Rainbow 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
Rainbow 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
Check your WCED Online Admissions dashboard for the placement outcome. If accepted, complete on-site registration at Rainbow 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 Rainbow Primary School for the next school year?
To apply to Rainbow Primary School for the next academic year, register on the WCED Online Admissions portal during the official admission window and select Rainbow 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 Rainbow Primary School via phone 074 688 6261.
What documents do I need to apply at Rainbow Primary School?
Rainbow 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 Rainbow Primary School (phone 074 688 6261) for any school-specific requirements and to verify what must be uploaded to the WCED Online Admissions.