Shatale Primary School
Shatale, Mpumalanga · Bohlabela
About Shatale Primary School
In the not specified area of Shatale, Mpumalanga, Shatale Primary School operates as a public primary school within the Bohlabela education district. Enrollment for 2025 reached 452 learners with a teaching staff of 14, translating to a learner-educator ratio of 32:1. As a Quintile 1 school, it receives the highest 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
Shatale Primary 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
Shatale 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
Shatale 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 its operational needs without direct provincial administration.
Enrollment & Staffing
For the 2025 academic year, Shatale Primary School reported a total enrollment of 452 learners with a teaching staff of 14 educators. This translates to a learner-to-educator ratio of 32:1, 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
Shatale Primary School is situated in Shatale (Shatale), within the Mpumalanga province. The school falls under the Bohlabela education district.
Administratively, the school is located in the Ehlanzeni District Municipality, under the Bushbuckridge Local Municipality local municipality. The area is classified as not specified.
The school's physical address is: P.o. Box 239, Majembenitrust, Bushbuckridge, 1282. For postal correspondence, use: P.o. Box 239 Shatale 1282.
Curriculum & Academics
Shatale Primary School is classified as an ordinary school school offering a primary subjects curriculum within the primary school phase of basic education.
Admissions
Prospective parents and guardians seeking enrollment for learners at Shatale 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
P.o. Box 239, Majembenitrust, Bushbuckridge, 1282
Shatale, Mpumalanga
Postal
P.o. Box 239 Shatale 1282
Phone
+27 13 777 5101Enrollment (2025)
Learner:Educator Ratio
Within typical range
Quick Info
EMIS Number
800035145
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.