St John's Road Junior Secondary School
📍 Eastlondon, East London, Eastern Cape
Learners
1,274
Educators
42
Learners (2025)
1,305
Educators (2025)
37
Learner : Educator
35.3:1
2025 NSC Pass Rate
N/A
About this school
Overview
Cranberry Primary School is a public primary school (Grades R–7) located in Eastlondon, East London, Eastern Cape, South Africa. It currently enrols 1,305 learners and is staffed by 37 educators (a learner-to-educator ratio of approximately 35:1), and is officially classified as a no-fee school under Q3. It falls within the Buffalo City education district.
How it compares
Benchmark against nearby schools
Compared with 11 other primary schools in Eastlondon.
Learner:educator ratio (lower is more staffed)
35.3:1
vs 30.8:1 area average
Ranks 8th of 12
Fees & funding
School fees
Status
No-Fee School
Indicative 2027 fee
R0 per year (no-fee school)
Cranberry 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 Cranberry Primary School for 2027?
Cranberry Primary School is a no-fee public primary school (Grades R–7) in Eastlondon, East London, Eastern Cape, so parents pay no tuition fees for 2027. All 1,305 enrolled learners attend at no charge. Budget instead for uniforms, stationery, transport and excursions. For voluntary contributions or admission fees, phone 043 733 8053.
Is Cranberry Primary School a no-fee school?
Cranberry Primary School is classified no-fee under Q3 and forms part of the state-funded schools serving Eastlondon, East London, Eastern Cape. Parents pay no tuition fees.
What is the quintile of Cranberry Primary School and what does it mean for fees?
Classified as Q3 by the Department of Basic Education, Cranberry Primary School falls within the no-fee category, meaning the 1,305 learners attending here in Eastlondon, East London, Eastern Cape pay no school fees.
Admissions
How to apply
To enrol your child at Cranberry Primary School, families in Eastern Cape apply directly at the Cranberry Primary School school office. The exact Grade R or Grade 1 (and other grade transfers) process in the Buffalo City education district is summarised below.
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Confirm availability with Cranberry Primary School
Call 043 733 8053 to confirm whether Cranberry Primary School has open places for the year you're applying.
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Start the application
Collect the official application form from Cranberry Road,Buffalo Flats,East London ,5209 or download it from the Eastern Cape Department of Education website.
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Submit your documents
Submit the completed form and certified copies of all supporting documents to Cranberry Primary School during the school's published admission window.
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Pay any required deposits or fees
Cranberry Primary School is a no-fee school (Q3), so no tuition is payable. Budget for uniforms and stationery.
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Confirm placement and enrol
Wait for confirmation from Cranberry Primary School. If declined, you may appeal at the Buffalo City district office under the Eastern Cape Department of Education.
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 Cranberry Primary School for the next school year?
Cranberry Primary School processes applications at the school office. In the Eastern Cape, applications are made directly at the school office and confirmed by the district. Reach the school directly via phone 043 733 8053 to confirm openings in the Buffalo City district.
What documents do I need to apply at Cranberry Primary School?
When applying to Cranberry 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 Cranberry Primary School depending on the grade; confirm via phone 043 733 8053.
Get in touch
Contact & location
Administrative reference details
NatEMIS number
200200095
Circuit
Unknown
Ward
99.0
Local municipality
Buffalo City Metropolitan Municipality
District municipality
Buffalo City
Section 21 status
Yes
Exam centre
No
Status
Open
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