Joostenberg Sskv Primere Skool Primary School
📍 Paarl, Outside a Town, Western Cape
Learners
771
Educators
25
Learners (2025)
749
Educators (2025)
23
Learner : Educator
32.6:1
2025 NSC Pass Rate
N/A
About this school
Overview
Simondium Primere Skool is a public primary school (Grades R–7) located in Paarl, Outside a Town, Western Cape, South Africa. It currently enrols 749 learners and is staffed by 23 educators (a learner-to-educator ratio of approximately 33:1), and is officially classified as a no-fee school under Q1. It falls within the Cape Winelands education district.
How it compares
Benchmark against nearby schools
Compared with 11 other primary schools in Paarl.
Learner:educator ratio (lower is more staffed)
32.6:1
vs 27.9:1 area average
Ranks 9th of 12
Fees & funding
School fees
Status
No-Fee School
Indicative 2027 fee
R0 per year (no-fee school)
Simondium Primere Skool 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 Simondium Primere Skool for 2027?
Simondium Primere Skool is a no-fee public primary school (Grades R–7) in Paarl, Drakenstein NU, Western Cape, so parents pay no tuition fees for 2027. All 749 enrolled learners attend at no charge. Budget instead for uniforms, stationery, transport and excursions. For voluntary contributions or admission fees, phone 021 874 1229.
Is Simondium Primere Skool a no-fee school?
Simondium Primere Skool is classified no-fee under Q1 and forms part of the state-funded schools serving Paarl, Drakenstein NU, Western Cape. Parents pay no tuition fees.
What is the quintile of Simondium Primere Skool and what does it mean for fees?
Classified as Q1 by the Department of Basic Education, Simondium Primere Skool falls within the no-fee category, meaning the 749 learners attending here in Paarl, Drakenstein NU, Western Cape pay no school fees.
Admissions
How to apply
To enrol your child at Simondium Primere Skool, families in Western Cape apply via the WCED Online Admissions online system, with confirmation handled by Simondium Primere Skool. 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 Simondium Primere Skool
Call 021 874 1229 to confirm whether Simondium Primere Skool 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 Simondium Primere Skool 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
Simondium Primere Skool 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 Simondium Primere Skool.
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 Simondium Primere Skool for the next school year?
Simondium Primere Skool processes applications online via the WCED Online Admissions. WCED Online Admissions for Grade 1 and Grade 8 typically opens in March/April of the preceding year. Reach the school directly via phone 021 874 1229 to confirm openings in the Cape Winelands district.
What documents do I need to apply at Simondium Primere Skool?
When applying to Simondium Primere Skool, you'll typically need: • 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) Additional items may be requested by Simondium Primere Skool depending on the grade; confirm via phone 021 874 1229.
Get in touch
Contact & location
Administrative reference details
NatEMIS number
108477214
Circuit
9
Ward
10203001.0
Local municipality
Drakenstein
District municipality
Cape Winelands
Section 21 status
YES
Exam centre
No
Status
Open
Nearby
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