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Masekhene Primary School

Public primary school · Meadowlands, Soweto, Gauteng · Johannesburg West district (2 circuit)

Welcome to Masekhene Primary School, a public primary school serving Meadowlands, Soweto. The school's roll stands at roughly 194 learners.

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

Masekhene Primary School is a public primary school in Meadowlands, Soweto. The school falls under quintile Q4 and charges school fees.

194
Learners
7
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, Masekhene 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 Masekhene Primary School for its exact current amount.

District comparison

Johannesburg West district

A look at 5 other schools sharing Johannesburg West district with Masekhene Primary School.

  • Forte Secondary School teaches considerably more learners than Masekhene Primary School, 2,274 compared with 194; is a public secondary school, a different phase than Masekhene Primary School; charges fees under quintile Q4; and posted a 99.6% matric pass rate at Grade 12 level, a comparison point Masekhene Primary School doesn't have since it has no matric data of its own.
  • Curro Wilgeheuwel Combined School teaches considerably more learners than Masekhene Primary School, 1,997 compared with 194, and is a combined school run on a private rather than public basis.
  • Harry Gwala Primary School teaches considerably more learners than Masekhene Primary School, 1,901 compared with 194, and charges fees under quintile Q1.
  • Siyabonga Secondary School is noticeably bigger, teaching 1,861 learners against Masekhene Primary School's 194; is a public secondary school, a different phase than Masekhene Primary School; charges fees under quintile Q1; and posted a 100% matric pass rate at Grade 12 level, a comparison point Masekhene Primary School doesn't have since it has no matric data of its own.
  • Sebetsa-O-Tholemoputso Secondary School teaches considerably more learners than Masekhene Primary School, 1,846 compared with 194; is a public secondary school, a different phase than Masekhene Primary School; charges fees under quintile Q2; and posted a 91.7% matric pass rate at Grade 12 level, a comparison point Masekhene Primary School doesn't have since it has no matric data of its own.

Soweto

Zooming into Soweto, here are 5 other schools to compare against Masekhene Primary School.

  • Noordgesig Primary School teaches considerably more learners than Masekhene Primary School, 2,394 compared with 194, and charges fees under quintile Q4.
  • Protea Secondary School No.2 teaches considerably more learners than Masekhene Primary School, 1,952 compared with 194; is a public secondary school, a different phase than Masekhene Primary School; and charges fees under quintile Q5.
  • Protea Glen Primary School No.2 is noticeably bigger, teaching 1,887 learners against Masekhene Primary School's 194, and charges fees under quintile Q1.
  • Somelulwazi Primary School is noticeably bigger, teaching 1,787 learners against Masekhene Primary School's 194, and charges fees under quintile Q1.
  • Basa Protea Glen Combined School is noticeably bigger, teaching 1,578 learners against Masekhene Primary School's 194; is a combined school run on a private rather than public basis; and posted a 97.4% matric pass rate at Grade 12 level, a comparison point Masekhene Primary School 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 Masekhene Primary School for 2027

Because Masekhene Primary School 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
218, Masilela Street, Zone 2, Meadowlands, Soweto
Postal
P.o. Box 14 Zone 3 Meadowlands 1852
Telephone
082 557 7051
EMIS number
700140772

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Frequently asked questions
Are applications open at Masekhene 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 Masekhene Primary School directly, on 082 557 7051, what its current 2027 intake dates are.
How do you apply to Masekhene 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 Masekhene Primary School the best school in Soweto?
No matric pass rate is on record for Masekhene 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 Soweto besides Masekhene Primary School?
Schoolhive lists at least 10 other schools in and around Soweto, including Noordgesig Primary School.
How big are the classes at Masekhene Primary School?
Masekhene Primary School reported 194 learners and 7 educators, a school-wide ratio of roughly 28 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 Masekhene Primary School?
Yes, Masekhene 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 Masekhene Primary School a public or private school?
Masekhene Primary School is a public primary school. It falls under the government schooling system and receives state funding.
How can I contact Masekhene Primary School?
You can call 082 557 7051. It is located at 218, Masilela Street, Zone 2, Meadowlands, Soweto.
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