Overview
Pescodia Primary School is a public primary school (Grades R–7) located in Kimberley, Northern Cape, South Africa. It currently enrols 1,170 learners and is staffed by 31 educators (a learner-to-educator ratio of approximately 38:1), and is officially classified as a no-fee school under Q3. It falls within the Frances Baard (Fb) education district.
Benchmark against nearby schools
Compared with 45 other primary schools in Kimberley.
School fees
Pescodia 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 Pescodia Primary School for 2027?
Tuition at Pescodia 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 Frances Baard (Fb) district. Parents may still need to cover uniform and stationery costs; phone 053 873 1611 for specifics.
Is Pescodia Primary School a no-fee school?
Yes, Pescodia Primary School is officially a no-fee school (Q3), recognised as such by the Department of Basic Education in the Frances Baard (Fb) district. No tuition is charged to any of its 1,170 learners.
What is the quintile of Pescodia Primary School and what does it mean for fees?
Classified as Q3 by the Department of Basic Education, Pescodia Primary School falls within the no-fee category, meaning the 1,170 learners attending here in Kimberley, Northern Cape pay no school fees.
How to apply
To enrol your child at Pescodia Primary School, families in Northern Cape apply directly at the Pescodia Primary School school office. The exact Grade R or Grade 1 (and other grade transfers) process in the Frances Baard (Fb) education district is summarised below.
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Confirm availability with Pescodia Primary School
Call 053 873 1611 to confirm whether Pescodia Primary School has open places for the year you're applying.
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Start the application
Collect the official application form from Swallow Street, Roodepan, Kimberley, 8309 or download it from the Northern Cape Department of Education website.
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Submit your documents
Submit the completed form and certified copies of all supporting documents to Pescodia Primary School during the school's published admission window.
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Pay any required deposits or fees
Pescodia 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 Pescodia Primary School. If declined, you may appeal at the Frances Baard (Fb) district office under the Northern 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 Pescodia Primary School for the next school year?
To apply to Pescodia Primary School for the next academic year, collect and submit the application form directly at Pescodia Primary School. Northern Cape applications are made directly at the school office. For confirmation of available places, contact Pescodia Primary School via phone 053 873 1611.
What documents do I need to apply at Pescodia Primary School?
Pescodia 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 Pescodia Primary School (phone 053 873 1611) for any school-specific requirements.