Overview
Swartberg Primere Skool is a public primary school (Grades R–7) located in Bergsig, Caledon/Myddleton, Western Cape, South Africa. It currently enrols 1,100 learners and is staffed by 32 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 Overberg education district.
Benchmark against nearby schools
Compared with 6 other primary schools in Bergsig.
School fees
Swartberg Primere Skool 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 Swartberg Primere Skool for 2027?
Tuition at Swartberg Primere Skool for the 2027 academic year is R0; the school is officially classified as no-fee (Q3) by the Department of Basic Education in the Overberg district. Parents may still need to cover uniform and stationery costs; phone 028 212 1927 for specifics.
Is Swartberg Primere Skool a no-fee school?
Yes, Swartberg Primere Skool is officially a no-fee school (Q3), recognised as such by the Department of Basic Education in the Overberg district. No tuition is charged to any of its 1,100 learners.
What is the quintile of Swartberg Primere Skool and what does it mean for fees?
Classified as Q3 by the Department of Basic Education, Swartberg Primere Skool falls within the no-fee category, meaning the 1,100 learners attending here in Bergsig, Bergsig, Western Cape pay no school fees.
How to apply
Swartberg Primere Skool accepts applications via the WCED Online Admissions online system, with confirmation handled by Swartberg Primere Skool in the Overberg 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 Swartberg Primere Skool
Call 028 212 1927 to confirm whether Swartberg Primere Skool has open places for the year you're applying.
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Start the application
Register on the WCED Online Admissions portal when applications open and select Swartberg Primere Skool as a preferred school.
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Submit your documents
Upload all required documents to the WCED Online Admissions portal before the published cut-off and keep your reference number.
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Pay any required deposits or fees
Swartberg Primere Skool is a no-fee school (Q3), so no tuition is payable. Budget for uniforms and stationery.
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Confirm placement and enrol
Check your WCED Online Admissions dashboard for the placement outcome. If accepted, complete on-site registration at Swartberg Primere Skool.
- 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 Swartberg Primere Skool for the next school year?
To apply to Swartberg Primere Skool for the next academic year, register on the WCED Online Admissions portal during the official admission window and select Swartberg Primere Skool as a preferred school. WCED Online Admissions for Grade 1 and Grade 8 typically opens in March/April of the preceding year. For confirmation of available places, contact Swartberg Primere Skool via phone 028 212 1927.
What documents do I need to apply at Swartberg Primere Skool?
Swartberg Primere Skool 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 Swartberg Primere Skool (phone 028 212 1927) for any school-specific requirements and to verify what must be uploaded to the WCED Online Admissions.