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Primary School Ooskus Gimnasium

Public primary school · Eastern Cape · Buffalo City district (Unknown circuit)

Welcome to Primary School Ooskus Gimnasium, a public primary school serving 99. The school's roll stands at roughly 509 learners.

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

Primary School Ooskus Gimnasium is a public primary school in 99. The school falls under quintile Q5 and charges school fees.

509
Learners
30
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 Ooskus Gimnasium 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 Ooskus Gimnasium for its exact current amount.

District comparison

Buffalo City district

A look at 5 other schools sharing Buffalo City district with Primary School Ooskus Gimnasium.

  • Ebenezer Majombozi High School is noticeably bigger, teaching 2,355 learners against Primary School Ooskus Gimnasium's 509; is a public secondary school, a different phase than Primary School Ooskus Gimnasium; charges no school fees, quintile Q3; and posted a 94.2% matric pass rate at Grade 12 level, a comparison point Primary School Ooskus Gimnasium doesn't have since it has no matric data of its own.
  • Mzamowethu Public School teaches considerably more learners than Primary School Ooskus Gimnasium, 2,087 compared with 509; is a public combined school, a different phase than Primary School Ooskus Gimnasium; charges no school fees, quintile Q3; and posted a 76.7% matric pass rate at Grade 12 level, a comparison point Primary School Ooskus Gimnasium doesn't have since it has no matric data of its own.
  • Ulwazi Secondary School teaches considerably more learners than Primary School Ooskus Gimnasium, 2,067 compared with 509; is a public secondary school, a different phase than Primary School Ooskus Gimnasium; charges no school fees, quintile Q3; and posted a 98.3% matric pass rate at Grade 12 level, a comparison point Primary School Ooskus Gimnasium doesn't have since it has no matric data of its own.
  • Qaqamba Public School is noticeably bigger, teaching 1,507 learners against Primary School Ooskus Gimnasium's 509; is a public secondary school, a different phase than Primary School Ooskus Gimnasium; charges no school fees, quintile Q3; and posted a 91.8% matric pass rate at Grade 12 level, a comparison point Primary School Ooskus Gimnasium doesn't have since it has no matric data of its own.
  • Kusile Comprehensive School is noticeably bigger, teaching 1,440 learners against Primary School Ooskus Gimnasium's 509; is a public secondary school, a different phase than Primary School Ooskus Gimnasium; 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.
Provincial admissions

Applying to Primary School Ooskus Gimnasium for 2027

Primary School Ooskus Gimnasium 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
Macjannet Street , East London, 5214
Postal
P O Box 394, East London, 5240
Telephone
043 722 2665
Website
ooskusgim.co.za
Email
ontvangs@ooskusgim.co.za
EMIS number
200201119

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Frequently asked questions
Are applications open at Primary School Ooskus Gimnasium?
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 Ooskus Gimnasium directly, on 043 722 2665, what its current 2027 intake dates are.
How do you apply to Primary School Ooskus Gimnasium?
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 Ooskus Gimnasium the best school in Buffalo City?
No matric pass rate is on record for Primary School Ooskus Gimnasium 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 Buffalo City besides Primary School Ooskus Gimnasium?
Schoolhive does not currently list other schools in Buffalo City.
How big are the classes at Primary School Ooskus Gimnasium?
Primary School Ooskus Gimnasium reported 509 learners and 30 educators, a school-wide ratio of roughly 17 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 Ooskus Gimnasium?
Yes, Primary School Ooskus Gimnasium 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 Ooskus Gimnasium a public or private school?
Primary School Ooskus Gimnasium is a public primary school. It falls under the government schooling system and receives state funding.
How can I contact Primary School Ooskus Gimnasium?
You can call 043 722 2665. It is located at Macjannet Street , East London, 5214.