Overview
Thembaletu Primary School is a public primary school (Grades R–7) located in George, Outside a Town, Western Cape, South Africa. It currently enrols 1,664 learners and is staffed by 49 educators (a learner-to-educator ratio of approximately 34:1), and is officially classified as a no-fee school under Q2. It falls within the Eden and Central Kar education district.
Benchmark against nearby schools
Compared with 10 other primary schools in George.
School fees
Thembaletu 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 Thembaletu Primary School for 2027?
Thembaletu Primary School is a no-fee public primary school (Grades R–7) in George, Thembalethu SP, Western Cape, so parents pay no tuition fees for 2027. All 1,664 enrolled learners attend at no charge. Budget instead for uniforms, stationery, transport and excursions. For voluntary contributions or admission fees, phone 044 050 1869.
Is Thembaletu Primary School a no-fee school?
Thembaletu Primary School is classified no-fee under Q2 and forms part of the state-funded schools serving George, Thembalethu SP, Western Cape. Parents pay no tuition fees.
What is the quintile of Thembaletu Primary School and what does it mean for fees?
Classified as Q2 by the Department of Basic Education, Thembaletu Primary School falls within the no-fee category, meaning the 1,664 learners attending here in George, Thembalethu SP, Western Cape pay no school fees.
How to apply
Thembaletu Primary School accepts applications via the WCED Online Admissions online system, with confirmation handled by Thembaletu Primary School in the Eden and Central Kar 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 Thembaletu Primary School
Call 044 050 1869 to confirm whether Thembaletu Primary School 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 Thembaletu Primary School 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
Thembaletu Primary School is a no-fee school (Q2), 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 Thembaletu Primary School.
- 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 Thembaletu Primary School for the next school year?
Thembaletu Primary School processes applications online via the WCED Online Admissions. WCED Online Admissions for Grade 1 and Grade 8 typically opens in March/April of the preceding year. Reach the school directly via phone 044 050 1869 to confirm openings in the Eden and Central Kar district.
What documents do I need to apply at Thembaletu Primary School?
When applying to Thembaletu 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 Thembaletu Primary School depending on the grade; confirm via phone 044 050 1869.