Overview
Malabar Primary School is a public primary school (Grades R–7) located in Malabar, Gqeberha, Eastern Cape, South Africa. It currently enrols 1,057 learners and is staffed by 33 educators (a learner-to-educator ratio of approximately 32:1), and is officially classified as a no-fee school under Q3. It falls within the Nelson Mandela education district.
Benchmark against nearby schools
Compared with 156 other primary schools in Gqeberha.
School fees
Malabar 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 Malabar Primary School for 2027?
Malabar Primary School is a no-fee public primary school (Grades R–7) in Malabar, Gqeberha, Eastern Cape, so parents pay no tuition fees for 2027. All 1,057 enrolled learners attend at no charge. Budget instead for uniforms, stationery, transport and excursions. For voluntary contributions or admission fees, phone 041 457 1305.
Is Malabar Primary School a no-fee school?
Malabar Primary School is classified no-fee under Q3 and forms part of the state-funded schools serving Malabar, Gqeberha, Eastern Cape. Parents pay no tuition fees.
What is the quintile of Malabar Primary School and what does it mean for fees?
Malabar Primary School is a Q3 school, the lowest of three quintile bands designated as "no-fee" under the SA Schools Act. Serving the Malabar, Gqeberha, Eastern Cape community in the Nelson Mandela district, it receives full state funding and parents are not charged tuition.
How to apply
Malabar Primary School accepts applications directly at the Malabar Primary School school office in the Nelson Mandela education district. The steps and documents required for Grade R or Grade 1 (and other grade transfers) are detailed below.
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Confirm availability with Malabar Primary School
Call 041 457 1305 to confirm whether Malabar Primary School has open places for the year you're applying.
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Start the application
Collect the official application form from Selago Crescent,Malabar,Gqeberha,6020 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 Malabar Primary School during the school's published admission window.
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Pay any required deposits or fees
Malabar 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 Malabar Primary School. If declined, you may appeal at the Nelson Mandela 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 Malabar Primary School for the next school year?
Malabar 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 041 457 1305 to confirm openings in the Nelson Mandela district.
What documents do I need to apply at Malabar Primary School?
When applying to Malabar 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 Malabar Primary School depending on the grade; confirm via phone 041 457 1305.