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Karel Theron Primary School

Public primary school · Middelbrug, Middelburg, Eastern Cape · Chris Hani West district (Unknown circuit)

Welcome to Karel Theron Primary School, a public primary school serving Middelbrug, Middelburg. The school's roll stands at roughly 347 learners.

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Karel Theron Primary School is a public primary school in Middelbrug, Middelburg. The school falls under quintile Q4 and charges school fees.

347
Learners
19
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, Karel Theron 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 Karel Theron Primary School for its exact current amount.

District comparison

Chris Hani West district

5 other schools in Chris Hani West district, for comparison against Karel Theron Primary School.

  • Luvuyo Lerumo High School is noticeably bigger, teaching 1,607 learners against Karel Theron Primary School's 347; is a public secondary school, a different phase than Karel Theron Primary School; charges no school fees, quintile Q3; and posted a 74.5% matric pass rate at Grade 12 level, a comparison point Karel Theron Primary School doesn't have since it has no matric data of its own.
  • Nkwanca Public High School is noticeably bigger, teaching 1,410 learners against Karel Theron Primary School's 347; is a public secondary school, a different phase than Karel Theron Primary School; charges no school fees, quintile Q3; and posted a 68.1% matric pass rate at Grade 12 level, a comparison point Karel Theron Primary School doesn't have since it has no matric data of its own.
  • Louis Rex Primary School is noticeably bigger, teaching 1,349 learners against Karel Theron Primary School's 347, and charges no school fees, quintile Q3.
  • Edlelweni Public Primary School is noticeably bigger, teaching 1,348 learners against Karel Theron Primary School's 347, and charges no school fees, quintile Q3.
  • Inyathi High School teaches considerably more learners than Karel Theron Primary School, 1,267 compared with 347; is a public secondary school, a different phase than Karel Theron Primary School; charges no school fees, quintile Q3; and posted a 90.9% matric pass rate at Grade 12 level, a comparison point Karel Theron Primary School doesn't have since it has no matric data of its own.

Middelburg

Zooming into Middelburg, here are 5 other schools to compare against Karel Theron Primary School.

  • Middelburg Combined School teaches considerably more learners than Karel Theron Primary School, 1,739 compared with 347; is a public combined school, a different phase than Karel Theron Primary School; charges fees under quintile Q4; and posted a 94.6% matric pass rate at Grade 12 level, a comparison point Karel Theron Primary School doesn't have since it has no matric data of its own.
  • Batlagae Primary School teaches considerably more learners than Karel Theron Primary School, 1,630 compared with 347, and charges fees under quintile Q2.
  • Eastdene Combined School teaches considerably more learners than Karel Theron Primary School, 1,603 compared with 347; is a public combined school, a different phase than Karel Theron Primary School; charges fees under quintile Q5; and posted a 95% matric pass rate at Grade 12 level, a comparison point Karel Theron Primary School doesn't have since it has no matric data of its own.
  • Phumelela Secondary School is noticeably bigger, teaching 1,529 learners against Karel Theron Primary School's 347; is a public secondary school, a different phase than Karel Theron Primary School; charges fees under quintile Q4; and posted a 96.7% matric pass rate at Grade 12 level, a comparison point Karel Theron Primary School doesn't have since it has no matric data of its own.
  • Thushanang Primary School is noticeably bigger, teaching 1,514 learners against Karel Theron Primary School's 347, 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 Grade 1 intake for the 2027 academic year, so allow time between applying and receiving confirmation.
Provincial admissions

Applying to Karel Theron Primary School for 2027

Karel Theron Primary School is a public school, so admission for Grade R, Grade 1 and Grade 8 for 2027 is handled through the Eastern Cape Department of Education's process; late applications are submitted via the Eastern Cape Admissions Platform. For Grades 2 to 7 and 9 to 12, parents apply directly at the school. See the full Eastern Cape School Application Process Guide for the documents you'll need.

Get in touch

Contact and location

Address
Victoria Street, Middelburg, Middelburg, 5900
Postal
P.o. Box 134, Middelburgt, Middelburg, 5900
Telephone
049 842 1462
Website
middelburgkaroo.co.za
Email
middelburgkarootourism@gmail.com
EMIS number
200600321

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Frequently asked questions
Are applications open at Karel Theron 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 Karel Theron Primary School directly, on 049 842 1462, what its current 2027 intake dates are.
How do you apply to Karel Theron 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 Karel Theron Primary School the best school in Middelburg?
No matric pass rate is on record for Karel Theron 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 Middelburg besides Karel Theron Primary School?
Schoolhive lists at least 10 other schools in and around Middelburg, including Middelburg Combined School.
How big are the classes at Karel Theron Primary School?
Karel Theron Primary School reported 347 learners and 19 educators, a school-wide ratio of roughly 18 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 Karel Theron Primary School?
Yes, Karel Theron 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 Karel Theron Primary School a public or private school?
Karel Theron Primary School is a public primary school. It falls under the government schooling system and receives state funding.
How can I contact Karel Theron Primary School?
You can call 049 842 1462. It is located at Victoria Street, Middelburg, Middelburg, 5900.
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