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Siyathemba Primary School

Public primary school · Balfour, Balfour, Mpumalanga · Gert Sibande district (Unknown circuit)

Welcome to Siyathemba Primary School, a public primary school serving Balfour. The school's roll stands at roughly 561 learners.

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

Siyathemba Primary School is a public primary school in Balfour. The school falls under quintile Q2 and charges school fees.

561
Learners
14
Educators
QQ2 · R1,500-R8,000/yr est.
Funding status
Public
Sector
Fees and funding

Fee-charging school

As a fee-charging quintile Q2 school, Siyathemba 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 Siyathemba Primary School for its exact current amount.

District comparison

Gert Sibande district

5 other schools in Gert Sibande district, for comparison against Siyathemba Primary School.

  • Shapeve Primary School teaches considerably more learners than Siyathemba Primary School, 2,881 compared with 561, and charges fees under quintile Q5.
  • Kusasalethu Secondary School teaches considerably more learners than Siyathemba Primary School, 2,246 compared with 561; is a public secondary school, a different phase than Siyathemba Primary School; charges fees under quintile Q5; and posted a 86.4% matric pass rate at Grade 12 level, a comparison point Siyathemba Primary School doesn't have since it has no matric data of its own.
  • New Ermelo Primary School is noticeably bigger, teaching 2,165 learners against Siyathemba Primary School's 561, and charges fees under quintile Q2.
  • Ubuhle Buzile Secondary School teaches considerably more learners than Siyathemba Primary School, 2,143 compared with 561; is a public secondary school, a different phase than Siyathemba Primary School; charges fees under quintile Q1; and posted a 91.1% matric pass rate at Grade 12 level, a comparison point Siyathemba Primary School doesn't have since it has no matric data of its own.
  • Kt Twala Secondary School is noticeably bigger, teaching 2,087 learners against Siyathemba Primary School's 561; is a public secondary school, a different phase than Siyathemba Primary School; charges fees under quintile Q3; and posted a 83.9% matric pass rate at Grade 12 level, a comparison point Siyathemba Primary School doesn't have since it has no matric data of its own.

Balfour

Zooming into Balfour, here are 5 other schools to compare against Siyathemba Primary School.

  • Vusumuzi Primary School teaches considerably more learners than Siyathemba Primary School, 1,422 compared with 561, and charges fees under quintile Q4.
  • Bonukukhanya Primary School is noticeably bigger, teaching 1,099 learners against Siyathemba Primary School's 561, and charges fees under quintile Q2.
  • Isifisosethu Secondary School is noticeably bigger, teaching 941 learners against Siyathemba Primary School's 561; is a public secondary school, a different phase than Siyathemba Primary School; charges fees under quintile Q2; and posted a 82.9% matric pass rate at Grade 12 level, a comparison point Siyathemba Primary School doesn't have since it has no matric data of its own.
  • Setsheng Secondary School is noticeably bigger, teaching 894 learners against Siyathemba Primary School's 561; is a public secondary school, a different phase than Siyathemba Primary School; charges fees under quintile Q2; and posted a 97.5% matric pass rate at Grade 12 level, a comparison point Siyathemba Primary School doesn't have since it has no matric data of its own.
  • Im Manchu Secondary School teaches considerably more learners than Siyathemba Primary School, 822 compared with 561; is a public secondary school, a different phase than Siyathemba Primary School; charges fees under quintile Q4; and posted a 97% matric pass rate at Grade 12 level, a comparison point Siyathemba 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.
Get in touch

Contact and location

Address
5296 Ext.04, Siyathemba T/Ship, Balfour, 2410
Postal
Po Box 804 Siyathemba T/Ship Balfour 2410
Telephone
084 469 9951
EMIS number
800013821

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Frequently asked questions
Are applications open at Siyathemba 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 Siyathemba Primary School directly, on 084 469 9951, what its current 2027 intake dates are.
How do you apply to Siyathemba 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 Siyathemba Primary School the best school in Balfour?
No matric pass rate is on record for Siyathemba 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 Balfour besides Siyathemba Primary School?
Schoolhive lists at least 10 other schools in and around Balfour, including Vusumuzi Primary School.
How big are the classes at Siyathemba Primary School?
Siyathemba Primary School reported 561 learners and 14 educators, a school-wide ratio of roughly 40 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 Siyathemba Primary School?
Yes, Siyathemba 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 Siyathemba Primary School a public or private school?
Siyathemba Primary School is a public primary school. It falls under the government schooling system and receives state funding.
How can I contact Siyathemba Primary School?
You can call 084 469 9951. It is located at 5296 Ext.04, Siyathemba T/Ship, Balfour, 2410.
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