Overview
Siyafuneka Primary School is a public primary school (Grades R–7) located in Zweletemba, Worcester, Western Cape, South Africa. It currently enrols 1,284 learners and is staffed by 34 educators (a learner-to-educator ratio of approximately 38:1), 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 17 other primary schools in Worcester.
School fees
Siyafuneka 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 Siyafuneka Primary School for 2027?
Tuition at Siyafuneka 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 023 345 1194 for specifics.
Is Siyafuneka Primary School a no-fee school?
Yes, Siyafuneka 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 1,284 learners.
What is the quintile of Siyafuneka Primary School and what does it mean for fees?
Siyafuneka Primary School is a Q1 school, the lowest of three quintile bands designated as "no-fee" under the SA Schools Act. Serving the Zweletemba, Zweletemba SP, Western Cape community in the Cape Winelands district, it receives full state funding and parents are not charged tuition.
How to apply
Applications to Siyafuneka 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 Siyafuneka Primary School in the Cape Winelands education district. Below is the step-by-step process specific to Western Cape.
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Confirm availability with Siyafuneka Primary School
Call 023 345 1194 to confirm whether Siyafuneka 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 Siyafuneka 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
Siyafuneka 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 Siyafuneka 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 Siyafuneka Primary School for the next school year?
To apply to Siyafuneka Primary School for the next academic year, register on the WCED Online Admissions portal during the official admission window and select Siyafuneka 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 Siyafuneka Primary School via phone 023 345 1194.
What documents do I need to apply at Siyafuneka Primary School?
Siyafuneka 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 Siyafuneka Primary School (phone 023 345 1194) for any school-specific requirements and to verify what must be uploaded to the WCED Online Admissions.
