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Primary School Dunnottar

Public primary school · Dunnottar, Nigel, Gauteng · Gauteng East district (2 circuit)

Welcome to Primary School Dunnottar, a public primary school serving Dunnottar, Nigel. Around 1,626 learners are enrolled here.

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

Primary School Dunnottar is a public primary school in Dunnottar, Nigel. The school falls under quintile Q5 and charges school fees.

1,626
Learners
44
Educators
QQ5 · R1,500-R8,000/yr est.
Funding status
Public
Sector
Fees and funding

Fee-charging school

As a fee-charging quintile Q5 school, Primary School Dunnottar 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 Primary School Dunnottar for its exact current amount.

District comparison

Gauteng East district

Here is how Primary School Dunnottar compares with 5 other schools listed under Gauteng East district.

  • Tsakane Secondary School sits in roughly the same size range as Primary School Dunnottar, at 1,918 learners; is a public secondary school, a different phase than Primary School Dunnottar; charges fees under quintile Q3; and posted a 76.5% matric pass rate at Grade 12 level, a comparison point Primary School Dunnottar doesn't have since it has no matric data of its own.
  • Geluksdal Secondary School is a similar size to Primary School Dunnottar, with 1,895 learners against 1,626; is a public secondary school, a different phase than Primary School Dunnottar; charges fees under quintile Q4; and posted a 75.8% matric pass rate at Grade 12 level, a comparison point Primary School Dunnottar doesn't have since it has no matric data of its own.
  • Mamellong Comprehensive Secondary School is a similar size to Primary School Dunnottar, with 1,843 learners against 1,626; is a public secondary school, a different phase than Primary School Dunnottar; charges fees under quintile Q4; and posted a 77.6% matric pass rate at Grade 12 level, a comparison point Primary School Dunnottar doesn't have since it has no matric data of its own.
  • Buhlebemfundo Secondary School sits in roughly the same size range as Primary School Dunnottar, at 1,827 learners; is a public secondary school, a different phase than Primary School Dunnottar; charges fees under quintile Q3; and posted a 73.4% matric pass rate at Grade 12 level, a comparison point Primary School Dunnottar doesn't have since it has no matric data of its own.
  • Vezukhono Secondary School is a similar size to Primary School Dunnottar, with 1,823 learners against 1,626; is a public secondary school, a different phase than Primary School Dunnottar; charges fees under quintile Q1; and posted a 81.7% matric pass rate at Grade 12 level, a comparison point Primary School Dunnottar doesn't have since it has no matric data of its own.

Nigel

Zooming into Nigel, here are 5 other schools to compare against Primary School Dunnottar.

  • Roseview Primary School sits in roughly the same size range as Primary School Dunnottar, at 1,685 learners, and charges fees under quintile Q4.
  • Esibonelwesihle Secondary School is a similar size to Primary School Dunnottar, with 1,678 learners against 1,626; is a public secondary school, a different phase than Primary School Dunnottar; charges fees under quintile Q3; and posted a 92.1% matric pass rate at Grade 12 level, a comparison point Primary School Dunnottar doesn't have since it has no matric data of its own.
  • Asser Maloka Secondary School sits in roughly the same size range as Primary School Dunnottar, at 1,603 learners; is a public secondary school, a different phase than Primary School Dunnottar; charges fees under quintile Q1; and posted a 89.5% matric pass rate at Grade 12 level, a comparison point Primary School Dunnottar doesn't have since it has no matric data of its own.
  • James Nkosi Primary School sits in roughly the same size range as Primary School Dunnottar, at 1,551 learners, and charges fees under quintile Q2.
  • Nigel Secondary School is a similar size to Primary School Dunnottar, with 1,541 learners against 1,626; is a public secondary school, a different phase than Primary School Dunnottar; charges fees under quintile Q4; and posted a 91.4% matric pass rate at Grade 12 level, a comparison point Primary School Dunnottar 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 Primary School Dunnottar for 2027

Because Primary School Dunnottar is a public school in Gauteng, 2027 admissions are handled through the province's online admissions system rather than the school itself. Apply via the Gauteng Online Admissions System; the 2027 window for Grade 1 and Grade 8 ran from 5 August to 4 September 2026. Watch the video below for a walkthrough, or read the full Gauteng School Application Process Guide for full details.

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

Get in touch

Contact and location

Address
000, Christopherson Avenue, , Dunnottar, Nigel
Postal
504 Dunnottar 1590
Telephone
011 734 2122
EMIS number
700350264

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Frequently asked questions
Are applications open at Primary School Dunnottar?
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 Primary School Dunnottar directly, on 011 734 2122, what its current 2027 intake dates are.
How do you apply to Primary School Dunnottar?
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 Primary School Dunnottar the best school in Nigel?
No matric pass rate is on record for Primary School Dunnottar 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 Nigel besides Primary School Dunnottar?
Schoolhive lists at least 10 other schools in and around Nigel, including Roseview Primary School.
How big are the classes at Primary School Dunnottar?
Primary School Dunnottar reported 1,626 learners and 44 educators, a school-wide ratio of roughly 37 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 Primary School Dunnottar?
Yes, Primary School Dunnottar 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 Primary School Dunnottar a public or private school?
Primary School Dunnottar is a public primary school. It falls under the government schooling system and receives state funding.
How can I contact Primary School Dunnottar?
You can call 011 734 2122. It is located at 000, Christopherson Avenue, , Dunnottar, Nigel.
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