Matlapaneng Primary School
Randfontein, Gauteng · Gauteng West
About Matlapaneng Primary School
Governance & Funding
Quintile Classification
Matlapaneng Primary School is classified as a Q3 school, which means it serves communities with moderate poverty levels and qualifies as a no-fee institution.
Fee Status
Matlapaneng Primary School is a fee-charging school. Prospective parents should contact the school directly for information regarding the current fee structure and any available bursaries or payment plans.
Section 21 Status
Matlapaneng Primary School is a Section 21 school, meaning the School Governing Body (SGB) manages its own budget. This financial autonomy allows the school to make independent decisions regarding curriculum without direct provincial administration.
Enrollment & Staffing
For the 2025 academic year, Matlapaneng Primary School reported a total enrollment of 1,283 learners with a teaching staff of 33 educators. This translates to a learner-to-educator ratio of 39:1, indicating larger class sizes common in high-density school populations.
Source: Department of Basic Education Annual Snap Survey (2025). Learner and educator counts are as reported by the institution.
Location
Matlapaneng Primary School is situated in Randfontein (Randfontein), within the Gauteng province. The school falls under the Gauteng West education district, specifically within the 3 circuit.
Administratively, the school is located in the West Rand District Municipality, under the Rand West Local Municipality local municipality. The area is classified as urban.
The school's physical address is: 982, Selope-thema Street, Mohlakeng, Randfontein. For postal correspondence, use: P.o. Box 159 Randfontein 1760.
Curriculum & Academics
Matlapaneng Primary School is classified as an ordinary school school offering a ordinary curriculum within the primary school phase of basic education.
History & Background
Matlapaneng Primary School was historically administered under the Department Of Education & Training(det) education department. Today, the school operates as a non-discriminatory public institution under the Gauteng Department of Education.
Facilities & Infrastructure
The school's land is owned by public and the school buildings are owned by public.
Admissions
Prospective parents and guardians seeking enrollment for learners at Matlapaneng Primary School are advised to contact the school directly for the most current information regarding:
- Grade intake availability for the upcoming academic year
- Transfer and mid-year admission procedures
- School fee structure and payment options
- School uniform requirements and code of conduct
- Open day events and registration periods
Address & Contact Details
Address
982, Selope-thema Street, Mohlakeng, Randfontein
Randfontein, Gauteng
Postal
P.o. Box 159 Randfontein 1760
Phone
+27 82 556 2396Enrollment (2025)
Learner:Educator Ratio
Above average — large class sizes
Quick Info
EMIS Number
700270918
Department of Basic Education
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Data source: The information on this page is sourced from the Department of Basic Education's EMIS (Education Management Information System) annual Snap Survey (2025). While every effort is made to ensure accuracy, some fields may contain incomplete data where information was not provided by the institution during the survey period. Contact details are as reported by the school. We recommend verifying important information directly with the school before making decisions based on this data.