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Lighthouse Academy

Private primary school · Tzaneen, Limpopo · Mopani West district (Unknown circuit)

Lighthouse Academy is a private primary school in Tzaneen. Around 515 learners are enrolled here.

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On this page, you will find a full profile of Lighthouse Academy, covering its location, admissions steps, fees and matric performance.

Located in Tzaneen, Lighthouse Academy is a private primary school. As a private school, it operates outside the government quintile funding system.

515
Learners
22
Educators
R30,000-R420,000/yr est.
Funding status
Private
Sector
Fees and funding

Fee-charging school

Lighthouse Academy is privately funded and sets its own fees. Fees at private schools in South Africa typically fall between R30,000 and R420,000 a year depending on the school. Prospective parents should contact Lighthouse Academy directly for the current fee schedule.

District comparison

Mopani West district

5 other schools in Mopani West district, for comparison against Lighthouse Academy.

  • Magoza Secondary School teaches considerably more learners than Lighthouse Academy, 1,971 compared with 515; is a secondary school run on a public rather than private basis; charges no school fees, quintile Q3; and posted a 95.1% matric pass rate at Grade 12 level, a comparison point Lighthouse Academy doesn't have since it has no matric data of its own.
  • W.m. Kgatla Primary School teaches considerably more learners than Lighthouse Academy, 1,700 compared with 515; is a primary school run on a public rather than private basis; and charges no school fees, quintile Q3.
  • Kgapane Secondary School is noticeably bigger, teaching 1,675 learners against Lighthouse Academy's 515; is a secondary school run on a public rather than private basis; charges no school fees, quintile Q3; and posted a 75.6% matric pass rate at Grade 12 level, a comparison point Lighthouse Academy doesn't have since it has no matric data of its own.
  • Burghersdorp Secondary School teaches considerably more learners than Lighthouse Academy, 1,645 compared with 515; is a secondary school run on a public rather than private basis; charges no school fees, quintile Q3; and posted a 82.8% matric pass rate at Grade 12 level, a comparison point Lighthouse Academy doesn't have since it has no matric data of its own.
  • Dududu Primary School teaches considerably more learners than Lighthouse Academy, 1,567 compared with 515; is a primary school run on a public rather than private basis; and charges no school fees, quintile Q3.

Tzaneen

And within Tzaneen itself, 5 other schools for a closer comparison.

  • Magoza Secondary School teaches considerably more learners than Lighthouse Academy, 1,971 compared with 515; is a secondary school run on a public rather than private basis; charges no school fees, quintile Q3; and posted a 95.1% matric pass rate at Grade 12 level, a comparison point Lighthouse Academy doesn't have since it has no matric data of its own.
  • Motloboni Combined School teaches considerably more learners than Lighthouse Academy, 1,855 compared with 515; is a combined school run on a public rather than private basis; charges no school fees, quintile Q1; and posted a 100% matric pass rate at Grade 12 level, a comparison point Lighthouse Academy doesn't have since it has no matric data of its own.
  • Primary School Tzaneen is noticeably bigger, teaching 1,520 learners against Lighthouse Academy's 515; is a primary school run on a public rather than private basis; and charges fees under quintile Q5.
  • Merensky Secondary School is noticeably bigger, teaching 1,332 learners against Lighthouse Academy's 515; is a secondary school run on a public rather than private basis; charges fees under quintile Q5; and posted a 100% matric pass rate at Grade 12 level, a comparison point Lighthouse Academy doesn't have since it has no matric data of its own.
  • Motupakgomo Primary School is noticeably bigger, teaching 1,275 learners against Lighthouse Academy's 515; is a primary school run on a public rather than private basis; and charges no school fees, quintile Q1.
Admissions

How to apply

  1. Contact the school directly, using the details below, to confirm 2027 application dates and requirements.
  2. Prepare the standard documents: the learner's birth certificate, immunisation record, most recent report card, and proof of the parent or guardian's address.
  3. Submit the completed application form to the school office, either in person or however the school currently accepts applications.
  4. Wait for confirmation of a place. Provincial education departments coordinate Grade 1 placements for the 2027 school year, so timing can vary.
Get in touch

Contact and location

Address
Fobeni Village, Bolobedu South
Postal
Po Box 4539, Aqua Park, 0850
Telephone
087 751 2315
Website
tlhacademy.co.za
Email
lighthouse@tshega.org
EMIS number
995501401

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Frequently asked questions
Are applications open at Lighthouse Academy?
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 Lighthouse Academy directly, on 087 751 2315, what its current 2027 intake dates are.
How do you apply to Lighthouse Academy?
Contact the school directly, using the details below, to confirm 2027 application dates and requirements. Prepare the standard documents: the learner's birth certificate, immunisation record, most recent report card, and proof of the parent or guardian's address. Submit the completed application form to the school office, either in person or however the school currently accepts applications. Wait for confirmation of a place. Provincial education departments coordinate Grade 1 placements for the 2027 school year, so timing can vary.
Is Lighthouse Academy the best school in Tzaneen?
No matric pass rate is on record for Lighthouse Academy to compare with other schools nearby; it is privately run and sets its own admissions criteria.
How many other schools are there in Tzaneen besides Lighthouse Academy?
Schoolhive lists at least 10 other schools in and around Tzaneen, including Magoza.
How big are the classes at Lighthouse Academy?
Lighthouse Academy reported 515 learners and 22 educators, a school-wide ratio of roughly 23 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 Lighthouse Academy?
Yes. As a private school, Lighthouse Academy sets its own fees, typically in the range of R30,000 to R420,000 a year nationally for schools like it, so contact the school directly to confirm its exact current fee.
Is Lighthouse Academy a public or private school?
Lighthouse Academy is a private primary school. It operates outside the government quintile funding system and sets its own fees.
How can I contact Lighthouse Academy?
You can call 087 751 2315. It is located at Fobeni Village, Bolobedu South.
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