Overview
Sitholinhlanhla Primary School is a public primary school (Grades R–7) located in Richards Bay, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa. It currently enrols 1,517 learners and is staffed by 37 educators (a learner-to-educator ratio of approximately 41:1), and is officially classified as a no-fee school under Q3. It falls within the King Cetshwayo education district.
Benchmark against nearby schools
Compared with 300 other primary schools in King Cetshwayo.
School fees
Sitholinhlanhla Primary 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 Sitholinhlanhla Primary School for 2027?
Sitholinhlanhla Primary School is a no-fee public primary school (Grades R–7) in Richards Bay, KwaZulu-Natal, so parents pay no tuition fees for 2027. All 1,517 enrolled learners attend at no charge. Budget instead for uniforms, stationery and transport. For voluntary contributions or admission fees, phone 035680966 or email sitholinhlanhla2@gmail.com.
Is Sitholinhlanhla Primary School a no-fee school?
Sitholinhlanhla Primary School is classified no-fee under Q3 and forms part of the state-funded schools serving Richards Bay, KwaZulu-Natal. Parents pay no tuition fees.
What is the quintile of Sitholinhlanhla Primary School and what does it mean for fees?
Sitholinhlanhla Primary School is a Q3 school, the lowest of three quintile bands designated as "no-fee" under the SA Schools Act. Serving the Richards Bay, KwaZulu-Natal community in the King Cetshwayo district, it receives full state funding and parents are not charged tuition.
How to apply
To enrol your child at Sitholinhlanhla Primary School, families in KwaZulu-Natal apply directly with Sitholinhlanhla Primary School and confirmed through the KZN Department of Education. The exact Grade R or Grade 1 (and other grade transfers) process in the King Cetshwayo education district is summarised below.
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Confirm availability with Sitholinhlanhla Primary School
Call 035680966 or email sitholinhlanhla2@gmail.com to confirm whether Sitholinhlanhla 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 Sitholinhlanhla Primary School.
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Submit your documents
Submit the completed form and certified copies of all supporting documents to Sitholinhlanhla Primary School during the school's published admission window.
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Pay any required deposits or fees
Sitholinhlanhla 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 Sitholinhlanhla Primary School. If declined, you may appeal at the King Cetshwayo 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 Sitholinhlanhla Primary School for the next school year?
Sitholinhlanhla Primary School processes applications through the KZN Department of Education and at the school. In KZN, applications are submitted directly to the school and confirmed via the KZN DoE district office. Reach the school directly via phone 035680966 or email sitholinhlanhla2@gmail.com to confirm openings in the King Cetshwayo district.
What documents do I need to apply at Sitholinhlanhla Primary School?
When applying to Sitholinhlanhla 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 Sitholinhlanhla Primary School depending on the grade; confirm via phone 035680966 or email sitholinhlanhla2@gmail.com.