Overview
St. Michael's Ek Primere Skool is a public primary school (Grades R–7) located in Grabouw, Outside a Town, Western Cape, South Africa. It currently enrols 607 learners and is staffed by 19 educators (a learner-to-educator ratio of approximately 32:1), and is officially classified as a no-fee school under Q1. It falls within the Overberg education district.
Benchmark against nearby schools
Compared with 8 other primary schools in Grabouw.
School fees
St. Michael's Ek Primere Skool charges no tuition fees. Plan instead for uniforms, stationery and learner transport.
Public primary school (Grades R–7); fees regulated by the SA Schools Act.
Fee questions
How much are school fees at St. Michael's Ek Primere Skool for 2027?
Tuition at St. Michael's Ek Primere Skool for the 2027 academic year is R0; the school is officially classified as no-fee (Q1) by the Department of Basic Education in the Overberg district. Parents may still need to cover uniform and stationery costs; phone 021 300 1047 for specifics.
Is St. Michael's Ek Primere Skool a no-fee school?
Yes, St. Michael's Ek Primere Skool is officially a no-fee school (Q1), recognised as such by the Department of Basic Education in the Overberg district. No tuition is charged to any of its 607 learners.
What is the quintile of St. Michael's Ek Primere Skool and what does it mean for fees?
As a Q1 public primary school (Grades R–7) in the Overberg district, St. Michael's Ek Primere Skool is funded entirely by the state under the no-fee policy applied to Quintiles 1 through 3.
How to apply
To enrol your child at St. Michael's Ek Primere Skool, families in Western Cape apply via the WCED Online Admissions online system, with confirmation handled by St. Michael's Ek Primere Skool. The exact Grade R or Grade 1 (and other grade transfers) process in the Overberg education district is summarised below.
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Confirm availability with St. Michael's Ek Primere Skool
Call 021 300 1047 to confirm whether St. Michael's Ek 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 St. Michael's Ek 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
St. Michael's Ek 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 St. Michael's Ek Primere Skool.
- 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 St. Michael's Ek Primere Skool for the next school year?
To apply to St. Michael's Ek Primere Skool for the next academic year, register on the WCED Online Admissions portal during the official admission window and select St. Michael's Ek Primere Skool 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 St. Michael's Ek Primere Skool via phone 021 300 1047.
What documents do I need to apply at St. Michael's Ek Primere Skool?
St. Michael's Ek Primere Skool 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 St. Michael's Ek Primere Skool (phone 021 300 1047) for any school-specific requirements and to verify what must be uploaded to the WCED Online Admissions.