Boontjieskraal Primere Skool Primary School
📍 Hermanus, Outside a Town, Western Cape
Learners
130
Educators
5
Learners (2025)
1,629
Educators (2025)
48
Learner : Educator
33.9:1
2025 NSC Pass Rate
N/A
About this school
Overview
Zwelihle Primary School is a public primary school (Grades R–7) located in Hermanus, Hermanus, Western Cape, South Africa. It currently enrols 1,629 learners and is staffed by 48 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 Overberg education district.
How it compares
Benchmark against nearby schools
Compared with 3 other primary schools in Hermanus.
Learner:educator ratio (lower is more staffed)
33.9:1
vs 17.8:1 area average
Ranks 4th of 4
Fees & funding
School fees
Status
No-Fee School
Indicative 2027 fee
R0 per year (no-fee school)
Zwelihle 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 Zwelihle Primary School for 2027?
Zwelihle Primary School is a no-fee public primary school (Grades R–7) in Hermanus, Zwelihle SP, Western Cape, so parents pay no tuition fees for 2027. All 1,629 enrolled learners attend at no charge. Budget instead for uniforms, stationery and transport. For voluntary contributions or admission fees, phone 084 418 0741.
Is Zwelihle Primary School a no-fee school?
Zwelihle Primary School is classified no-fee under Q2 and forms part of the state-funded schools serving Hermanus, Zwelihle SP, Western Cape. Parents pay no tuition fees.
What is the quintile of Zwelihle Primary School and what does it mean for fees?
As a Q2 public primary school (Grades R–7) in the Overberg district, Zwelihle Primary School is funded entirely by the state under the no-fee policy applied to Quintiles 1 through 3.
Admissions
How to apply
Applications to Zwelihle Primary School for Grade R or Grade 1 (and other grade transfers) are submitted via the WCED Online Admissions online system, with confirmation handled by Zwelihle Primary School in the Overberg education district. Below is the step-by-step process specific to Western Cape.
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1
Confirm availability with Zwelihle Primary School
Call 084 418 0741 to confirm whether Zwelihle 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 Zwelihle Primary School as a preferred school.
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3
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
Zwelihle 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 Zwelihle Primary School.
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)
- Road-to-Health booklet (Grade R / Grade 1 entry)
Admissions questions
How do I apply to Zwelihle Primary School for the next school year?
Zwelihle 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 084 418 0741 to confirm openings in the Overberg district.
What documents do I need to apply at Zwelihle Primary School?
When applying to Zwelihle 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 Zwelihle Primary School depending on the grade; confirm via phone 084 418 0741.
Get in touch
Contact & location
Administrative reference details
NatEMIS number
115008001
Circuit
2
Ward
10302012.0
Local municipality
Overstrand
District municipality
Overberg
Section 21 status
YES
Exam centre
No
Status
Open
Nearby