Overview
Philena Middle Farm School is a public primary school (Grades R–7) located in Centurion, Pretoria, Gauteng, South Africa. It currently enrols 2,102 learners and is staffed by 56 educators (a learner-to-educator ratio of approximately 38:1), and is officially classified as a no-fee school under Q2. It falls within the Tshwane South education district.
Benchmark against nearby schools
Compared with 26 other primary schools in Centurion.
School fees
Philena Middle Farm School charges no tuition fees. Plan instead for uniforms, stationery and learner transport.
Public primary school (Grades R–7); fees regulated by the SA Schools Act.
Fee questions
How much are school fees at Philena Middle Farm School for 2027?
Philena Middle Farm School is a no-fee public primary school (Grades R–7) in Centurion, Olievenhoutbosch, Gauteng, so parents pay no tuition fees for 2027. All 2,102 enrolled learners attend at no charge. Budget instead for uniforms, stationery and transport. For voluntary contributions or admission fees, phone 012 652 0055.
Is Philena Middle Farm School a no-fee school?
Philena Middle Farm School is classified no-fee under Q2 and forms part of the state-funded schools serving Centurion, Olievenhoutbosch, Gauteng. Parents pay no tuition fees.
What is the quintile of Philena Middle Farm School and what does it mean for fees?
Philena Middle Farm School is a Q2 school, the lowest of three quintile bands designated as "no-fee" under the SA Schools Act. Serving the Centurion, Olievenhoutbosch, Gauteng community in the Tshwane South district, it receives full state funding and parents are not charged tuition.
How to apply
Philena Middle Farm School accepts applications via the GDE Online Admissions online system, with confirmation handled by Philena Middle Farm School in the Tshwane South 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 Philena Middle Farm School
Call 012 652 0055 to confirm whether Philena Middle Farm School has open places for the year you're applying.
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Start the application
Register on the GDE Online Admissions portal when applications open and select Philena Middle Farm School as a preferred school.
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Submit your documents
Upload all required documents to the GDE Online Admissions portal before the published cut-off and keep your reference number.
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Pay any required deposits or fees
Philena Middle Farm School is a no-fee school (Q2), so no tuition is payable. Budget for uniforms and stationery.
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Confirm placement and enrol
Check your GDE Online Admissions dashboard for the placement outcome. If accepted, complete on-site registration at Philena Middle Farm School.
- 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 Philena Middle Farm School for the next school year?
Philena Middle Farm School processes applications online via the GDE Online Admissions. GDE Online Admissions for Grade 1 and Grade 8 typically opens around July of the preceding year. Reach the school directly via phone 012 652 0055 to confirm openings in the Tshwane South district.
What documents do I need to apply at Philena Middle Farm School?
When applying to Philena Middle Farm 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 Philena Middle Farm School depending on the grade; confirm via phone 012 652 0055.