Overview
Waveren Hoerskool is a public combined school (Grades R–12) located in Witzenville, Tulbagh, Western Cape, South Africa. It currently enrols 933 learners and is staffed by 28 educators (a learner-to-educator ratio of approximately 33:1), and is officially classified as a no-fee school under Q5. It falls within the Cape Winelands education district.
Benchmark against nearby schools
Compared with 81 other combined schools in Cape Winelands.
School fees
Waveren Hoerskool charges no tuition fees. Plan instead for uniforms, stationery, transport and outings.
Public combined school (Grades R–12); fees regulated by the SA Schools Act.
Fee questions
How much are school fees at Waveren Hoerskool for 2027?
Tuition at Waveren Hoerskool for the 2027 academic year is R0; the school is officially classified as no-fee (Q5) by the Department of Basic Education in the Cape Winelands district. Parents may still need to cover uniform and stationery costs; phone 023 230 1002 for specifics.
Is Waveren Hoerskool a no-fee school?
Yes, Waveren Hoerskool is officially a no-fee school (Q5), recognised as such by the Department of Basic Education in the Cape Winelands district. No tuition is charged to any of its 933 learners.
What is the quintile of Waveren Hoerskool and what does it mean for fees?
Quintile 5, the highest band, applies to Waveren Hoerskool in the Cape Winelands district. Q5 fees vary widely between schools and are confirmed by the SGB ahead of each academic year.
How to apply
Applications to Waveren Hoerskool for Grade R, Grade 1 or Grade 8 are submitted via the WCED Online Admissions online system, with confirmation handled by Waveren Hoerskool in the Cape Winelands education district. Below is the step-by-step process specific to Western Cape.
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Confirm availability with Waveren Hoerskool
Call 023 230 1002 to confirm whether Waveren Hoerskool 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 Waveren Hoerskool 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
Waveren Hoerskool is a no-fee school (Q5), 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 Waveren Hoerskool.
- 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)
- Most recent end-of-year report from the previous school
- Transfer letter from the previous school (for Grade 8+ transfers)
Admissions questions
How do I apply to Waveren Hoerskool for the next school year?
To apply to Waveren Hoerskool for the next academic year, register on the WCED Online Admissions portal during the official admission window and select Waveren Hoerskool 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 Waveren Hoerskool via phone 023 230 1002.
What documents do I need to apply at Waveren Hoerskool?
Waveren Hoerskool 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 Waveren Hoerskool (phone 023 230 1002) for any school-specific requirements and to verify what must be uploaded to the WCED Online Admissions.