Idasvallei Primary School
Stellenbosch, Western Cape · Cape Winelands
About Idasvallei Primary School
Based in Stellenbosch, Western Cape, Idasvallei Primary School is a public primary school located in an urban setting under the Cape Winelands education district. Enrollment for 2025 reached 921 learners with a teaching staff of 30, translating to a learner-educator ratio of 31:1. As a Quintile 4 school, it receives a lower per-learner government funding allocation. The school operates under Section 21 status, granting the School Governing Body financial autonomy over its budget.
Governance & Funding
Quintile Classification
Idasvallei Primary School is classified as a Q4 school, which means it serves communities with lower poverty levels and may charge school fees.
Fee Status
Idasvallei 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
Idasvallei 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 maintenance, school fund, curriculum, supplies, other without direct provincial administration.
Enrollment & Staffing
For the 2025 academic year, Idasvallei Primary School reported a total enrollment of 921 learners with a teaching staff of 30 educators. This translates to a learner-to-educator ratio of 31:1, 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
Idasvallei Primary School is situated in Stellenbosch (Idasvallei), within the Western Cape province. The school falls under the Cape Winelands education district, specifically within the 10 circuit.
Administratively, the school is located in the Cape Winelands, under the Stellenbosch local municipality. The area is classified as urban.
The school's physical address is: Bloekomlaan Idasvallei 7612. For postal correspondence, use: Posbus 6129 Uniedal Stellenbosch 7612.
Curriculum & Academics
Idasvallei Primary School is classified as an ordinary school school offering a primary subjects curriculum within the primary school phase of basic education.
History & Background
Idasvallei Primary School was historically administered under the House Of Representatives(hor) education department. The House of Representatives administered education for coloured learners during the Apartheid era. Today, the school operates as a non-discriminatory public institution under the Western Cape Department of Education.
Admissions
Prospective parents and guardians seeking enrollment for learners at Idasvallei 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
Bloekomlaan Idasvallei 7612
Stellenbosch, Western Cape
Postal
Posbus 6129 Uniedal Stellenbosch 7612
Phone
+27 21 886 4795Enrollment (2025)
Learner:Educator Ratio
Within typical range
Quick Info
EMIS Number
109320293
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.