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Chief Bambata Primary School

Public primary school · Evaton, Vanderbijlpark, Gauteng · Sedibeng West district (4 circuit)

Welcome to Chief Bambata Primary School, a public primary school serving Evaton, Vanderbijlpark. It currently teaches around 1,647 learners.

On this page, you will find what parents need to know about Chief Bambata Primary School, from its location and fees to its admissions process and matric results.

Chief Bambata Primary School is a public primary school in Evaton, Vanderbijlpark. The school falls under quintile Q1 and charges school fees.

1,647
Learners
48
Educators
QQ1 · R1,500-R8,000/yr est.
Funding status
Public
Sector
Fees and funding

Fee-charging school

As a fee-charging quintile Q1 school, Chief Bambata 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 Chief Bambata Primary School for its exact current amount.

District comparison

Sedibeng West district

Here is how Chief Bambata Primary School compares with 5 other schools listed under Sedibeng West district.

  • Ikokobetseng Primary School sits in roughly the same size range as Chief Bambata Primary School, at 1,911 learners, and charges fees under quintile Q2.
  • Tandukwazi Secondary School sits in roughly the same size range as Chief Bambata Primary School, at 1,907 learners; is a public secondary school, a different phase than Chief Bambata Primary School; charges fees under quintile Q2; and posted a 96.1% matric pass rate at Grade 12 level, a comparison point Chief Bambata Primary School doesn't have since it has no matric data of its own.
  • Letsemeng Primary School sits in roughly the same size range as Chief Bambata Primary School, at 1,838 learners, and charges fees under quintile Q2.
  • Poelano Secondary School is a similar size to Chief Bambata Primary School, with 1,767 learners against 1,647; is a public secondary school, a different phase than Chief Bambata Primary School; charges fees under quintile Q2; and posted a 93.4% matric pass rate at Grade 12 level, a comparison point Chief Bambata Primary School doesn't have since it has no matric data of its own.
  • Beverly Hills Secondary School is a similar size to Chief Bambata Primary School, with 1,686 learners against 1,647; is a public secondary school, a different phase than Chief Bambata Primary School; charges fees under quintile Q1; and posted a 97.1% matric pass rate at Grade 12 level, a comparison point Chief Bambata Primary School doesn't have since it has no matric data of its own.

Vanderbijlpark

Zooming into Vanderbijlpark, here are 5 other schools to compare against Chief Bambata Primary School.

  • Ikokobetseng Primary School sits in roughly the same size range as Chief Bambata Primary School, at 1,911 learners, and charges fees under quintile Q2.
  • Tandukwazi Secondary School sits in roughly the same size range as Chief Bambata Primary School, at 1,907 learners; is a public secondary school, a different phase than Chief Bambata Primary School; charges fees under quintile Q2; and posted a 96.1% matric pass rate at Grade 12 level, a comparison point Chief Bambata Primary School doesn't have since it has no matric data of its own.
  • Letsemeng Primary School sits in roughly the same size range as Chief Bambata Primary School, at 1,838 learners, and charges fees under quintile Q2.
  • Poelano Secondary School is a similar size to Chief Bambata Primary School, with 1,767 learners against 1,647; is a public secondary school, a different phase than Chief Bambata Primary School; charges fees under quintile Q2; and posted a 93.4% matric pass rate at Grade 12 level, a comparison point Chief Bambata Primary School doesn't have since it has no matric data of its own.
  • Beverly Hills Secondary School is a similar size to Chief Bambata Primary School, with 1,686 learners against 1,647; is a public secondary school, a different phase than Chief Bambata Primary School; charges fees under quintile Q1; and posted a 97.1% matric pass rate at Grade 12 level, a comparison point Chief Bambata Primary School doesn't have since it has no matric data of its own.
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.
Provincial admissions

Applying to Chief Bambata Primary School for 2027

As a public school, Chief Bambata Primary School follows Gauteng's centralised 2027 admissions process for Grade 1 and Grade 8, applied for online via the Gauteng Online Admissions System (the 2027 window ran from 5 August to 4 September 2026). See the video below for how it works, and the full Gauteng School Application Process Guide for the complete process.

Gauteng Department of Education: how to apply through the online admissions system.

Get in touch

Contact and location

Address
3466, Pansy Street, Evaton West, Evaton, Vanderbijlpark
Postal
Po Box 142 Sebokeng 1982
Telephone
016 582 3003
EMIS number
700400031
Frequently asked questions
Are applications open at Chief Bambata 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 Chief Bambata Primary School directly, on 016 582 3003, what its current 2027 intake dates are.
How do you apply to Chief Bambata 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 Chief Bambata Primary School the best school in Vanderbijlpark?
No matric pass rate is on record for Chief Bambata 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 Vanderbijlpark besides Chief Bambata Primary School?
Schoolhive lists at least 10 other schools in and around Vanderbijlpark, including Ikokobetseng Primary School.
How big are the classes at Chief Bambata Primary School?
Chief Bambata Primary School reported 1,647 learners and 48 educators, a school-wide ratio of roughly 34 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 Chief Bambata Primary School?
Yes, Chief Bambata 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 Chief Bambata Primary School a public or private school?
Chief Bambata Primary School is a public primary school. It falls under the government schooling system and receives state funding.
How can I contact Chief Bambata Primary School?
You can call 016 582 3003. It is located at 3466, Pansy Street, Evaton West, Evaton, Vanderbijlpark.
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