Tikelo Primary Farm School
Heidelberg, Gauteng · Sedibeng East
About Tikelo Primary Farm School
A public institution, Tikelo Primary Farm School functions as a primary school located in Heidelberg, Gauteng. It falls within the jurisdiction of the Sedibeng East education district. For the 2025 academic year, 260 learners were enrolled, taught by 13 educators at a ratio of 20:1. As a Quintile 1 school, it receives the highest per-learner government funding allocation.
Governance & Funding
Quintile Classification
Tikelo Primary Farm 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
Tikelo Primary Farm 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
Tikelo Primary Farm 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, Tikelo Primary Farm School reported a total enrollment of 260 learners with a teaching staff of 13 educators. This translates to a learner-to-educator ratio of 20:1, 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
Tikelo Primary Farm School is situated in Heidelberg (Heidelberg), within the Gauteng province. The school falls under the Sedibeng East education district, specifically within the 2 circuit.
Administratively, the school is located in the Sedibeng District Municipality, under the Midvaal Local Municipality local municipality. The area is classified as rural.
The school's physical address is: 1, Leeuwlaagte Road, Witkelifontein Area, Heidelberg. For postal correspondence, use: Box 1050 Heidelberg 1438.
Curriculum & Academics
Tikelo Primary Farm School is classified as an ordinary school school offering a ordinary curriculum within the primary school phase of basic education.
History & Background
Tikelo Primary Farm 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 Tikelo Primary Farm 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
1, Leeuwlaagte Road, Witkelifontein Area, Heidelberg
Heidelberg, Gauteng
Postal
Box 1050 Heidelberg 1438
Phone
+27 82 556 9229Enrollment (2025)
Learner:Educator Ratio
Below national average — favourable
Quick Info
EMIS Number
700341388
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.