Overview
Cato Crest Primary School is a public primary school (Grades R–7) located in Mayville, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa. It currently enrols 1,847 learners and is staffed by 54 educators (a learner-to-educator ratio of approximately 34:1), and is officially classified as a no-fee school under Q3. It falls within the Umlazi education district.
Benchmark against nearby schools
Compared with 3 other primary schools in Mayville.
School fees
Cato Crest 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 Cato Crest Primary School for 2027?
Tuition at Cato Crest Primary School for the 2027 academic year is R0; the school is officially classified as no-fee (Q3) by the Department of Basic Education in the Umlazi district. Parents may still need to cover uniform and stationery costs; phone 031 273 5159 or email cato.crest1@gmail.com for specifics.
Is Cato Crest Primary School a no-fee school?
Yes, Cato Crest Primary School is officially a no-fee school (Q3), recognised as such by the Department of Basic Education in the Umlazi district. No tuition is charged to any of its 1,847 learners.
What is the quintile of Cato Crest Primary School and what does it mean for fees?
Classified as Q3 by the Department of Basic Education, Cato Crest Primary School falls within the no-fee category, meaning the 1,847 learners attending here in Mayville, KwaZulu-Natal pay no school fees.
How to apply
Cato Crest Primary School accepts applications directly with Cato Crest Primary School and confirmed through the KZN Department of Education in the Umlazi 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 Cato Crest Primary School
Call 031 273 5159 or email cato.crest1@gmail.com to confirm whether Cato Crest Primary School has open places for the year you're applying.
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Start the application
Register your details with the KZN Department of Education and submit the application form directly at Cato Crest Primary School.
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Submit your documents
Submit the completed form and certified copies of all supporting documents to Cato Crest Primary School during the school's published admission window.
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Pay any required deposits or fees
Cato Crest 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 Cato Crest Primary School. If declined, you may appeal at the Umlazi district office under the KZN 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 Cato Crest Primary School for the next school year?
To apply to Cato Crest Primary School for the next academic year, complete the KZN Department of Education pre-registration and submit the school's own form at Cato Crest Primary School. In KZN, applications are submitted directly to the school and confirmed via the KZN DoE district office. For confirmation of available places, contact Cato Crest Primary School via phone 031 273 5159 or email cato.crest1@gmail.com.
What documents do I need to apply at Cato Crest Primary School?
Cato Crest Primary 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 Cato Crest Primary School (phone 031 273 5159 or email cato.crest1@gmail.com) for any school-specific requirements.