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Jim Van Tonderskool School

Public special needs education school, special needs education specialisation · Bethal, Mpumalanga · Gert Sibande district (Unknown circuit)

Welcome to Jim Van Tonderskool School, a public school serving Bethal. The school's roll stands at roughly 513 learners.

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

Jim Van Tonderskool School is a public school in Bethal.

513
Learners
49
Educators
R1,500-R8,000/yr est.
Funding status
Special Needs Education
Specialisation
Fees and funding

Fee-charging school

As a fee-charging quintile N/A school, Jim Van Tonderskool 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 Jim Van Tonderskool School for its exact current amount.

District comparison

Gert Sibande district

5 other schools in Gert Sibande district, for comparison against Jim Van Tonderskool School.

  • Shapeve Primary School teaches considerably more learners than Jim Van Tonderskool School, 2,881 compared with 513; is a public primary school, a different phase than Jim Van Tonderskool School; and charges fees under quintile Q5.
  • Kusasalethu Secondary School teaches considerably more learners than Jim Van Tonderskool School, 2,246 compared with 513; is a public secondary school, a different phase than Jim Van Tonderskool School; charges fees under quintile Q5; and posted a 86.4% matric pass rate at Grade 12 level, a comparison point Jim Van Tonderskool School doesn't have since it has no matric data of its own.
  • New Ermelo Primary School is noticeably bigger, teaching 2,165 learners against Jim Van Tonderskool School's 513; is a public primary school, a different phase than Jim Van Tonderskool School; and charges fees under quintile Q2.
  • Ubuhle Buzile Secondary School teaches considerably more learners than Jim Van Tonderskool School, 2,143 compared with 513; is a public secondary school, a different phase than Jim Van Tonderskool School; charges fees under quintile Q1; and posted a 91.1% matric pass rate at Grade 12 level, a comparison point Jim Van Tonderskool School doesn't have since it has no matric data of its own.
  • Kt Twala Secondary School is noticeably bigger, teaching 2,087 learners against Jim Van Tonderskool School's 513; is a public secondary school, a different phase than Jim Van Tonderskool School; charges fees under quintile Q3; and posted a 83.9% matric pass rate at Grade 12 level, a comparison point Jim Van Tonderskool School doesn't have since it has no matric data of its own.

Bethal

Zooming into Bethal, here are 5 other schools to compare against Jim Van Tonderskool School.

  • Ikhethelo Secondary School is noticeably bigger, teaching 1,838 learners against Jim Van Tonderskool School's 513; is a public secondary school, a different phase than Jim Van Tonderskool School; charges fees under quintile Q4; and posted a 91.4% matric pass rate at Grade 12 level, a comparison point Jim Van Tonderskool School doesn't have since it has no matric data of its own.
  • Sakhisizwe Primary School teaches considerably more learners than Jim Van Tonderskool School, 1,515 compared with 513; is a public primary school, a different phase than Jim Van Tonderskool School; and charges fees under quintile Q4.
  • Mzinoni Secondary School is noticeably bigger, teaching 1,485 learners against Jim Van Tonderskool School's 513; is a public secondary school, a different phase than Jim Van Tonderskool School; charges fees under quintile Q4; and posted a 87.3% matric pass rate at Grade 12 level, a comparison point Jim Van Tonderskool School doesn't have since it has no matric data of its own.
  • Thandanani Primary School is noticeably bigger, teaching 1,380 learners against Jim Van Tonderskool School's 513; is a public primary school, a different phase than Jim Van Tonderskool School; and charges fees under quintile Q4.
  • Lamlile Primary School is noticeably bigger, teaching 1,314 learners against Jim Van Tonderskool School's 513; is a public primary school, a different phase than Jim Van Tonderskool School; and charges fees under quintile Q4.
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 the relevant intake grade intake for the 2027 academic year, so allow time between applying and receiving confirmation.
Get in touch

Contact and location

Address
H/V Festenstein And Stutterheim
Postal
Private Bag X1007, Bethal 2310
Telephone
017 647 5987
EMIS number
800007070

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Frequently asked questions
Are applications open at Jim Van Tonderskool 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 Jim Van Tonderskool School directly, on 017 647 5987, what its current 2027 intake dates are.
How do you apply to Jim Van Tonderskool 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 the relevant intake grade intake for the 2027 academic year, so allow time between applying and receiving confirmation.
Is Jim Van Tonderskool School the best school in Bethal?
No matric pass rate is on record for Jim Van Tonderskool 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 Bethal besides Jim Van Tonderskool School?
Schoolhive lists at least 10 other schools in and around Bethal, including Ikhethelo Secondary School.
How big are the classes at Jim Van Tonderskool School?
Jim Van Tonderskool School reported 513 learners and 49 educators, a school-wide ratio of roughly 10 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 Jim Van Tonderskool School?
Yes, Jim Van Tonderskool 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.
What are Jim Van Tonderskool School's matric results like?
No matric (Grade 12 / NSC) results are on record for Jim Van Tonderskool School.
Is Jim Van Tonderskool School a public or private school?
Jim Van Tonderskool School is a public school. It falls under the government schooling system and receives state funding.
How can I contact Jim Van Tonderskool School?
You can call 017 647 5987. It is located at H/V Festenstein And Stutterheim.
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