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Buffelsrivier Vgk Primary School

Public primary school · Buffeljagsrivier, Northern Cape · Namakwa (NMK) district (Unknown circuit)

Welcome to Buffelsrivier Vgk Primary School, a public primary school serving Buffelsrivier. The school's roll stands at roughly 169 learners.

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Buffelsrivier Vgk Primary School is a public primary school in Buffelsrivier. The school falls under quintile Q4 and charges school fees.

169
Learners
7
Educators
QQ4 · R1,500-R8,000/yr est.
Funding status
Public
Sector
Fees and funding

Fee-charging school

As a fee-charging quintile Q4 school, Buffelsrivier Vgk Primary School sets school fees to supplement its state funding, with schools in this quintile typically charging an estimated R1,500 to R8,000 a year. Prospective parents should contact Buffelsrivier Vgk Primary School for its exact current amount.

District comparison

Namakwa (NMK) district

5 other schools in Namakwa (NMK) district, for comparison against Buffelsrivier Vgk Primary School.

  • Hantam Primary School teaches considerably more learners than Buffelsrivier Vgk Primary School, 1,454 compared with 169, and charges fees under quintile Q4.
  • Dr Izak Van Niekerk Primary School is noticeably bigger, teaching 1,102 learners against Buffelsrivier Vgk Primary School's 169, and charges fees under quintile Q5.
  • Ferdinand Brecher Primary Primary School teaches considerably more learners than Buffelsrivier Vgk Primary School, 865 compared with 169, and charges fees under quintile Q4.
  • Okiep Primary School is noticeably bigger, teaching 725 learners against Buffelsrivier Vgk Primary School's 169, and charges fees under quintile Q5.
  • Concordia Primary School is noticeably bigger, teaching 690 learners against Buffelsrivier Vgk Primary School's 169, and charges fees under quintile Q4.

Buffeljagsrivier

Zooming into Buffeljagsrivier, here are 2 other schools to compare against Buffelsrivier Vgk Primary School.

  • Buffeljagsrivier Primary School is a similar size to Buffelsrivier Vgk Primary School, with 159 learners against 169, and charges fees under quintile Q4.
  • St. John's Ek Primary School is noticeably smaller, with 72 learners against Buffelsrivier Vgk Primary School's 169, and charges no school fees, quintile Q3.
Admissions

How to apply

  1. Reach out to the school using the contact details below to check 2027 application windows, since these can shift from year to year.
  2. Gather the required documents ahead of time, including the learner's birth certificate, immunisation records, latest report, and proof of address.
  3. Submit the application through the school's own process, in person or online if the school offers that option.
  4. Provincial placement processes govern Grade 1 intake for the 2027 academic year, so allow time between applying and receiving confirmation.
Get in touch

Contact and location

Address
248 Main Street, Buffelsrivier, Springbok, 8251
Postal
Po Box 50 Buffelsrivier 8251
Telephone
027 712 1217
EMIS number
300032201

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Frequently asked questions
Are applications open at Buffelsrivier Vgk Primary School?
Application windows are set by the school and the provincial education department rather than on one fixed national calendar, so the surest way to know is to ask Buffelsrivier Vgk Primary School directly, on 027 712 1217, what its current 2027 intake dates are.
How do you apply to Buffelsrivier Vgk Primary School?
Reach out to the school using the contact details below to check 2027 application windows, since these can shift from year to year. Gather the required documents ahead of time, including the learner's birth certificate, immunisation records, latest report, and proof of address. Submit the application through the school's own process, in person or online if the school offers that option. Provincial placement processes govern Grade 1 intake for the 2027 academic year, so allow time between applying and receiving confirmation.
Is Buffelsrivier Vgk Primary School the best school in Buffeljagsrivier?
No matric pass rate is on record for Buffelsrivier Vgk Primary School to compare with other schools nearby; like other schools nearby, its funding quintile and fee status are published above instead.
How many other schools are there in Buffeljagsrivier besides Buffelsrivier Vgk Primary School?
Schoolhive lists at least 2 other schools in and around Buffeljagsrivier, including Buffeljagsrivier Laerskool.
How big are the classes at Buffelsrivier Vgk Primary School?
Buffelsrivier Vgk Primary School reported 169 learners and 7 educators, a school-wide ratio of roughly 24 learners per educator. That's a whole-school average rather than a per-class figure, since actual class sizes vary by grade and subject.
Do you pay school fees at Buffelsrivier Vgk Primary School?
Yes, Buffelsrivier Vgk Primary School is a fee-charging school, with schools in its quintile typically charging an estimated R1,500 to R8,000 a year, though contact the school directly to confirm its exact current fee.
Is Buffelsrivier Vgk Primary School a public or private school?
Buffelsrivier Vgk Primary School is a public primary school. It falls under the government schooling system and receives state funding.
How can I contact Buffelsrivier Vgk Primary School?
You can call 027 712 1217. It is located at 248 Main Street, Buffelsrivier, Springbok, 8251.
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