About
St. Patrick Mathibela Primary School, situated at Shangaan Village;Phalaborwa Tribal Authority;, operates as a public primary school within the Gamakhushane, Namakgale suburb of Limpopo Province, South Africa.
Admission
The admission to public schools like St. Patrick Mathibela Primary School follows a structured process outlined by the South African Schools Act of 1996. As stipulated, children between the ages of 7 and 15 are mandated to attend school.
Registration for the upcoming academic year typically occurs between April and October of the preceding year, with specific age criteria for entry into Grade R and Grade 1. Parents or guardians are required to submit essential documents, including birth certificates and immunization cards, while non-South African citizens must provide additional documentation.
Provincial Learner Admissions Coordinators are available to provide guidance and support throughout the admissions process, ensuring that every child has access to quality education.
School Fees
St. Patrick Mathibela Primary School is a public school designated as Quintile 3, catering to a community with moderate socio-economic status. As a no-fee institution, there are no tuition fees for students attending this school. This quintile level school is eligible to receive up to R1,602 per learner from the Department of Education to cover operational expenses and educational resources.
School Uniform
St. Patrick Mathibela Primary School uniform policies are established by the school’s governing body, aligned with the regulations outlined in the South African Schools Act of 1996 and provincial Education Department guidelines.
These policies dictate the design, colors, and proper wearing of school uniforms to cultivate a sense of unity, equality, and discipline among students. For detailed information regarding St. Patrick Mathibela Primary School’s uniform policy, individuals are encouraged to contact the school administration directly.
School Statistics
According to a survey conducted in the year 2023, the school had a total population of 1011 learners served by a dedicated team of 28 educators, resulting in a student-teacher ratio of 36:1.
