Mandlethu Primary School
Brakpan, Gauteng · Gauteng East
About Mandlethu Primary School
With EMIS number 700311332, Mandlethu Primary School is a public primary school located in Brakpan, Gauteng, operating within the Gauteng East district. The 2025 academic year saw 849 enrolled learners instructed by 28 educators, resulting in a ratio of 30:1.
Governance & Funding
Quintile Classification
Mandlethu 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
Mandlethu 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
Mandlethu 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, curriculum, supplies without direct provincial administration.
Enrollment & Staffing
For the 2025 academic year, Mandlethu Primary School reported a total enrollment of 849 learners with a teaching staff of 28 educators. This translates to a learner-to-educator ratio of 30:1, 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
Mandlethu Primary School is situated in Brakpan (Tsakane), within the Gauteng province. The school falls under the Gauteng East education district, specifically within the 2 circuit.
Administratively, the school is located in the Ekurhuleni Metropolitan Municipality, under the Ekurhuleni Metropolitan Municipality local municipality. The area is classified as urban.
The school's physical address is: 870, Sindane Street, Tsakane, Brakpan. For postal correspondence, use: 70048 Tsakane 1548.
Curriculum & Academics
Mandlethu Primary School is classified as an ordinary school school offering a ordinary curriculum within the primary school phase of basic education.
History & Background
Mandlethu 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 Mandlethu 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
870, Sindane Street, Tsakane, Brakpan
Brakpan, Gauteng
Postal
70048 Tsakane 1548
Phone
+27 11 738 3502Enrollment (2025)
Learner:Educator Ratio
Within typical range
Quick Info
EMIS Number
700311332
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.