Primary Public Q5

Winelands Primary

Worcester, Western Cape

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Learners (2025)
1,082
Educators (2025)
45
Learner : Educator
24.0:1
2025 NSC Pass Rate
N/A
About this school

Overview

Winelands Primary is a public primary school (Grades R–7) located in Worcester, Worcester, Western Cape, South Africa. It currently enrols 1,082 learners and is staffed by 45 educators (a learner-to-educator ratio of approximately 24:1), operating as a fee-charging school (Q5). It falls within the Cape Winelands education district.

EMIS
130308213
Phase
Primary
Sector
Public
Quintile
Q5
Learners (2025)
1,082
Province
Western Cape
How it compares

Benchmark against nearby schools

Compared with 24 other primary schools in Worcester.

Learner:educator ratio (lower is more staffed)
24.0:1
vs 24.8:1 area average
Ranks 13th of 25
Fees & funding

School fees

Status
Fee Charging
Indicative 2027 fee
R8,000 – R45,000+ per year (typical range)

Q5 fees vary widely. Confirm Winelands Primary's 2027 fee schedule directly with the school office.

Public primary school (Grades R–7); fees regulated by the SA Schools Act.

Fee questions

How much are school fees at Winelands Primary for 2027?

For 2027, Winelands Primary (Q5) falls within a r8,000 – r45,000+ per year (typical range) band and serves 1,082 learners in the Cape Winelands district. The SGB sets the precise fee annually; phone 023 347 1160 for the published amount.

Is Winelands Primary a no-fee school?

No, Winelands Primary is a fee-charging school (Q5) in the Cape Winelands district. Annual fees are set by the SGB and apply to all enrolled learners.

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

As a Q5 public primary school (Grades R–7), Winelands Primary receives the smallest per-learner state subsidy and relies on parent-paid fees, set by the SGB, to fund its 45 educators and operations.

Admissions

How to apply

Applications to Winelands Primary for Grade R or Grade 1 (and other grade transfers) are submitted via the WCED Online Admissions online system, with confirmation handled by Winelands Primary in the Cape Winelands education district. Below is the step-by-step process specific to Western Cape.

  1. 1
    Confirm availability with Winelands Primary

    Call 023 347 1160 to confirm whether Winelands Primary 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 Winelands Primary 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

    If accepted, Winelands Primary (an SGB-funded school) may require a registration deposit. The exact amount is confirmed by the school.

  5. 5
    Confirm placement and enrol

    Check your WCED Online Admissions dashboard for the placement outcome. If accepted, complete on-site registration at Winelands Primary.

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 Winelands Primary for the next school year?

To apply to Winelands Primary for the next academic year, register on the WCED Online Admissions portal during the official admission window and select Winelands Primary 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 Winelands Primary via phone 023 347 1160.

What documents do I need to apply at Winelands Primary?

Winelands Primary 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 Winelands Primary (phone 023 347 1160) for any school-specific requirements and to verify what must be uploaded to the WCED Online Admissions.

Get in touch

Contact & location

Address
Tulbaghstraat 110 Worcester 6850
Postal address
Tulbaghstraat 110 Worcester Unknown 6850
Telephone
023 347 1160
Administrative reference details
NatEMIS number
130308213
Circuit
4
Ward
10205012.0
Local municipality
Breede Valley
District municipality
Cape Winelands
Section 21 status
YES
Exam centre
No
Status
Open
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