Padi Intermediate School
Potchefstroom, North West · Dr Kenneth Kaunda
About Padi Intermediate School
Governance & Funding
Quintile Classification
Padi Intermediate School is classified as a Q1 school, which means it serves the most economically disadvantaged communities and receives the highest per-learner government allocation under the National Norms and Standards for School Funding.
Fee Status
As a Q1 institution, Padi Intermediate School is designated as a no-fee school. Parents and guardians are not required to pay school fees, ensuring that financial circumstances do not bar learners from accessing quality education.
Section 21 Status
Padi Intermediate 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 its operational needs without direct provincial administration.
Enrollment & Staffing
For the 2025 academic year, Padi Intermediate School reported a total enrollment of 108 learners with a teaching staff of 8 educators. This translates to a learner-to-educator ratio of 14:1, enabling relatively small class sizes and individualized attention.
Source: Department of Basic Education Annual Snap Survey (2025). Learner and educator counts are as reported by the institution.
Location
Padi Intermediate School is situated in Potchefstroom (Vyfhoek), within the North West province. The school falls under the Dr Kenneth Kaunda education district.
Administratively, the school is located in the Dr Kenneth Kaunda District Municipality, under the Jb Marks Local Municipality local municipality. The area is classified as not specified.
The school's physical address is: Plot 14&15 Modderdam, Potchefstroom, 1747. For postal correspondence, use: P.o. Box 1528, Potchefstroom, 2520.
Curriculum & Academics
Padi Intermediate School is classified as an ordinary school school offering a comprehensive curriculum within the primary school phase of basic education.
History & Background
Padi Intermediate 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 North West Department of Education.
Facilities & Infrastructure
The school's land is owned by govt and the school buildings are owned by govt.
Admissions
Prospective parents and guardians seeking enrollment for learners at Padi Intermediate 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
- No-fee enrollment requirements
- School uniform requirements and code of conduct
- Open day events and registration periods
Address & Contact Details
Address
Plot 14&15 Modderdam, Potchefstroom, 1747
Potchefstroom, North West
Postal
P.o. Box 1528, Potchefstroom, 2520
Enrollment (2025)
Learner:Educator Ratio
Below national average — favourable
Quick Info
EMIS Number
600101597
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.