Primary Public No Fee Q4

Springdale Primary School

Lentegeur, City of Cape Town, Western Cape

📍 Directions
Learners (2025)
1,267
Educators (2025)
35
Learner : Educator
36.2:1
2025 NSC Pass Rate
N/A
About this school

Overview

Springdale Primary School is a public primary school (Grades R–7) located in Lentegeur, City of Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa. It currently enrols 1,267 learners and is staffed by 35 educators (a learner-to-educator ratio of approximately 36:1), and is officially classified as a no-fee school under Q4. It falls within the Metro South education district.

EMIS
106490385
Phase
Primary
Sector
Public
Quintile
Q4
Learners (2025)
1,267
Province
Western Cape
How it compares

Benchmark against nearby schools

Compared with 6 other primary schools in Lentegeur.

Learner:educator ratio (lower is more staffed)
36.2:1
vs 35.0:1 area average
Ranks 7th of 7
Fees & funding

School fees

Status
No-Fee School
Indicative 2027 fee
R0 per year (no-fee school)

Springdale 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 Springdale Primary School for 2027?

Springdale Primary School is a no-fee public primary school (Grades R–7) in Lentegeur, Lentegeur, Western Cape, so parents pay no tuition fees for 2027. All 1,267 enrolled learners attend at no charge. Budget instead for uniforms, stationery, transport and excursions. For voluntary contributions or admission fees, phone 021 371 6910.

Is Springdale Primary School a no-fee school?

Springdale Primary School is classified no-fee under Q4 and forms part of the state-funded schools serving Lentegeur, Lentegeur, Western Cape. Parents pay no tuition fees.

What is the quintile of Springdale Primary School and what does it mean for fees?

As a Quintile 4 primary school (Grades R–7) in Lentegeur, Lentegeur, Western Cape, Springdale Primary School receives a partial state subsidy and supplements its budget with fees set annually by the School Governing Body.

Admissions

How to apply

Springdale Primary School accepts applications via the WCED Online Admissions online system, with confirmation handled by Springdale Primary School in the Metro South education district. The steps and documents required for Grade R or Grade 1 (and other grade transfers) are detailed below.

  1. 1
    Confirm availability with Springdale Primary School

    Call 021 371 6910 to confirm whether Springdale Primary School has open places for the year you're applying.

  2. 2
    Start the application

    Register on the WCED Online Admissions portal when applications open and select Springdale Primary School as a preferred school.

  3. 3
    Submit your documents

    Upload all required documents to the WCED Online Admissions portal before the published cut-off and keep your reference number.

  4. 4
    Pay any required deposits or fees

    Springdale Primary School is a no-fee school (Q4), so no tuition is payable. Budget for uniforms and stationery.

  5. 5
    Confirm placement and enrol

    Check your WCED Online Admissions dashboard for the placement outcome. If accepted, complete on-site registration at Springdale 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 Springdale Primary School for the next school year?

Springdale Primary School 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 021 371 6910 to confirm openings in the Metro South district.

What documents do I need to apply at Springdale Primary School?

When applying to Springdale Primary School, 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 Springdale Primary School depending on the grade; confirm via phone 021 371 6910.

Get in touch

Contact & location

Address
Merrydale Avenue Lentegeur Mitchells Plain 7785
Postal address
Merrydale Avenue Lentegeur Mitchells Plain 7785
Telephone
021 371 6910
Administrative reference details
NatEMIS number
106490385
Circuit
6
Ward
19100076.0
Local municipality
City of Cape Town
District municipality
City of Cape Town
Section 21 status
YES
Exam centre
No
Status
Open
Nearby

Related schools in Lentegeur