Intermediate Public No Fee Q3

Vlakfontein Intermediate School

Kuruman, Northern Cape

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Learners (2025)
943
Educators (2025)
29
Learner : Educator
32.5:1
2025 NSC Pass Rate
N/A
About this school

Overview

Vlakfontein Intermediate School is a public intermediate school located in Kuruman, Northern Cape, South Africa. It currently enrols 943 learners and is staffed by 29 educators (a learner-to-educator ratio of approximately 33:1), and is officially classified as a no-fee school under Q3. It falls within the John Taolo Gaetsewe (Jtg) education district.

EMIS
300102314
Phase
Intermediate
Sector
Public
Quintile
Q3
Learners (2025)
943
Province
Northern Cape
How it compares

Benchmark against nearby schools

Compared with 110 other intermediate schools in Kuruman.

Learner:educator ratio (lower is more staffed)
32.5:1
vs 25.6:1 area average
Ranks 100th of 111
Fees & funding

School fees

Status
No-Fee School
Indicative 2027 fee
R0 per year (no-fee school)

Vlakfontein Intermediate School charges no tuition fees. Plan instead for uniforms, stationery, transport and outings.

Public intermediate school; fees regulated by the SA Schools Act.

Fee questions

How much are school fees at Vlakfontein Intermediate School for 2027?

Vlakfontein Intermediate School is a no-fee public intermediate school in Kuruman, Northern Cape, so parents pay no tuition fees for 2027. All 943 enrolled learners attend at no charge. Budget instead for uniforms, stationery, transport and excursions. For voluntary contributions or admission fees, phone 081 586 2464.

Is Vlakfontein Intermediate School a no-fee school?

Vlakfontein Intermediate School is classified no-fee under Q3 and forms part of the state-funded schools serving Kuruman, Northern Cape. Parents pay no tuition fees.

What is the quintile of Vlakfontein Intermediate School and what does it mean for fees?

As a Q3 public intermediate school in the John Taolo Gaetsewe (Jtg) district, Vlakfontein Intermediate School is funded entirely by the state under the no-fee policy applied to Quintiles 1 through 3.

Admissions

How to apply

To enrol your child at Vlakfontein Intermediate School, families in Northern Cape apply directly at the Vlakfontein Intermediate School school office. The exact Grade 4 entry (and other grade transfers) process in the John Taolo Gaetsewe (Jtg) education district is summarised below.

  1. 1
    Confirm availability with Vlakfontein Intermediate School

    Call 081 586 2464 to confirm whether Vlakfontein Intermediate School has open places for the year you're applying.

  2. 2
    Start the application

    Collect the official application form from Kagung Village Mothibistad, 8460 or download it from the Northern Cape Department of Education website.

  3. 3
    Submit your documents

    Submit the completed form and certified copies of all supporting documents to Vlakfontein Intermediate School during the school's published admission window.

  4. 4
    Pay any required deposits or fees

    Vlakfontein Intermediate School is a no-fee school (Q3), so no tuition is payable. Budget for uniforms and stationery.

  5. 5
    Confirm placement and enrol

    Wait for confirmation from Vlakfontein Intermediate School. If declined, you may appeal at the John Taolo Gaetsewe (Jtg) district office under the Northern Cape Department of Education.

Documents typically required
  • 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)
  • Most recent end-of-year report from the previous school
  • Transfer letter from the previous school (for Grade 8+ transfers)

Admissions questions

How do I apply to Vlakfontein Intermediate School for the next school year?

Vlakfontein Intermediate School processes applications at the school office. Northern Cape applications are made directly at the school office. Reach the school directly via phone 081 586 2464 to confirm openings in the John Taolo Gaetsewe (Jtg) district.

What documents do I need to apply at Vlakfontein Intermediate School?

When applying to Vlakfontein Intermediate 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 Vlakfontein Intermediate School depending on the grade; confirm via phone 081 586 2464.

Get in touch

Contact & location

Address
Kagung Village Mothibistad, 8460
Postal address
Private Bag X135 Mothibistad 8474
Telephone
081 586 2464
Administrative reference details
NatEMIS number
300102314
Circuit
Unknown
Ward
99.0
Local municipality
Ga-Segonyana Local Municipality
District municipality
John Taolo Gaetsewe District Municipality
Section 21 status
YES
Exam centre
No
Status
Open
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