Potchefstroom Primary
Potchefstroom, North West · Dr Kenneth Kaunda
About Potchefstroom Primary
Governance & Funding
Quintile Classification
Potchefstroom Primary is classified as a Q4 school, which means it serves communities with lower poverty levels and may charge school fees.
Fee Status
Potchefstroom Primary 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
Potchefstroom Primary 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, Potchefstroom Primary reported a total enrollment of 995 learners with a teaching staff of 36 educators. This translates to a learner-to-educator ratio of 28:1, reflecting a moderate class size typical of South African schools.
Source: Department of Basic Education Annual Snap Survey (2025). Learner and educator counts are as reported by the institution.
Location
Potchefstroom Primary is situated in Potchefstroom (Miederpark), 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: 306 Beyers Naude Avenue, Potchefstroom, 3747. For postal correspondence, use: P.o. Box 5192, Kockspark, 2523.
Curriculum & Academics
Potchefstroom Primary is classified as an ordinary school school offering a comprehensive curriculum within the primary school phase of basic education.
History & Background
Potchefstroom Primary 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 Potchefstroom Primary 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
306 Beyers Naude Avenue, Potchefstroom, 3747
Potchefstroom, North West
Postal
P.o. Box 5192, Kockspark, 2523
Phone
+27 18 297 1052Enrollment (2025)
Learner:Educator Ratio
Within typical range
Quick Info
EMIS Number
600103621
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.