Overview
Good Shepherd English School is a independent primary school (Grades R–7) located in Mthatha, Eastern Cape, South Africa. It currently enrols 1,910 learners and is staffed by 48 educators (a learner-to-educator ratio of approximately 40:1), operating as a fee-charging school. It falls within the Or Tambo Inland education district.
Benchmark against nearby schools
Compared with 192 other primary schools in Mthatha.
School fees
Private school fees vary widely. Request the official 2027 fee schedule from Good Shepherd English School directly.
Private primary school (Grades R–7); fees set by the school.
Fee questions
How much are school fees at Good Shepherd English School for 2027?
For 2027, Good Shepherd English School falls within a r20,000 – r250,000+ per year (typical range) band and serves 1,910 learners in the Or Tambo Inland district. The SGB sets the precise fee annually; phone 047 534 0952 for the published amount.
Is Good Shepherd English School a no-fee school?
No, Good Shepherd English School is a fee-charging school in the Or Tambo Inland district. Annual fees are set by the SGB and apply to all enrolled learners.
What is the quintile of Good Shepherd English School and what does it mean for fees?
Good Shepherd English School operates as an independent school in Mthatha, Eastern Cape and is therefore not part of the public-school quintile system. All fees are determined privately by the school.
How to apply
To enrol your child at Good Shepherd English School, families in Eastern Cape apply directly at the Good Shepherd English School school office. The exact Grade R or Grade 1 (and other grade transfers) process in the Or Tambo Inland education district is summarised below.
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Confirm availability with Good Shepherd English School
Call 047 534 0952 to confirm whether Good Shepherd English School has open places for the year you're applying.
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Start the application
Collect the official application form from Gerald Hawkes Drive,Mthatha,Mthatha,5099 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 Good Shepherd English School during the school's published admission window.
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Pay any required deposits or fees
If accepted, Good Shepherd English School (an SGB-funded school) may require a registration deposit. The exact amount is confirmed by the school.
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Confirm placement and enrol
Wait for confirmation from Good Shepherd English School. If declined, you may appeal at the Or Tambo Inland district office under the Eastern Cape Department of Education.
- 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 Good Shepherd English School for the next school year?
To apply to Good Shepherd English School for the next academic year, collect and submit the application form directly at Good Shepherd English School. In the Eastern Cape, applications are made directly at the school office and confirmed by the district. For confirmation of available places, contact Good Shepherd English School via phone 047 534 0952.
What documents do I need to apply at Good Shepherd English School?
Good Shepherd English School 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 Good Shepherd English School (phone 047 534 0952) for any school-specific requirements.