Hillbrow Primary School
Excellent Foundation for Future Success
A public, no-fee primary school in Lusikisiki, Lusikisiki Central, serving Grades R to 7.
'n Openbare, vrye primêre skool in Lusikisiki, Lusikisiki Central, wat Graad R tot 7 aanbied.
- Grades we serve
- Grade wat ons aanbied
- Grades R – 7
- Year founded
- Stigtingsjaar
- 1936
- Years of educational service
- Jare van onderwysdiens
- 90+
- National curriculum
- Nasionale kurrikulum
- CAPS
A primary school in the Hillbrow area of Lusikisiki, on the Eastern Cape coast.'n Primêre skool in die Hillbrow-gebied van Lusikisiki, aan die Oos-Kaapsekus.
Hillbrow Primary School is a public primary school at 159 Main Street, Lusikisiki, in Lusikisiki Central, Eastern Cape. It serves Grades R to 7, is classified by the Department of Basic Education as a Quintile 3 school and charges no school fees — the school is funded by the state. Its EMIS number is 200500494 and it sits in the OR Tambo Coastal education district.
Hillbrow Primêre Skool is 'n openbare primêre skool by 159 Main Street, Lusikisiki, in Lusikisiki Central, Oos-Kaap. Dit bied Graad R tot 7 aan, word deur die Departement van Basiese Onderwys as 'n Kwintiel 3-skool geklassifiseer en vra geen skoolgeld nie — die skool word deur die staat gefinansier. Sy EMIS-nommer is 200500494 en dit lê in die OR Tambo Coastal-onderwysdistrik.
Founded on 26 November 1936 through the dedication of community delegates Mr Percy Qhobosha Bauer and Mr Oliver Nobhongwana Bauer and first Principal Mr Tennyson Ronald Mac Kay, Hillbrow Primary School celebrates 90 years of educational service in 2026 under Principal Mr T Wopula and Deputy Principal Mrs L.B. Mbioza. Guided by our motto 'Excellent Foundation for Future Success', our educators and learners take pride in academic foundation, choral excellence, and community values.
Hillbrow Primêre Skool, gestig op 26 November 1936 deur die toewyding van gemeenskapsafgevaardigdes mnr. Percy Qhobosha Bauer en mnr. Oliver Nobhongwana Bauer en eerste skoolhoof mnr. Tennyson Ronald Mac Kay, vier in 2026 90 jaar van onderwysdiens onder leiding van Skoolhoof mnr. T Wopula en Adjunkhoof mev. L.B. Mbioza. Gelei deur ons leuse 'Excellent Foundation for Future Success', is ons opvoeders en leerders trots op akademiese grondslag, koor-uitnemendheid en gemeenskapswaardes.
CAPS curriculumKABV-kurrikulum
The national curriculum, taught across Grades R – 7.
Die nasionale kurrikulum, aangebied vir Grades R – 7.
No school feesGeen skoolgeld nie
A Quintile 3 no-fee school, funded by the state.
'n Kwintiel 3-skool sonder skoolgeld, deur die staat gefinansier.
What parents get hereWat ouers hier kry
The things that actually make a school day work, every day of the term.
Die dinge wat 'n skooldag werklik uitmaak, elke dag van die kwartaal.
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No tuition feesGeen skoolgeld nie
As a Quintile 3 no-fee school, tuition is funded by the state. Families still budget for uniforms, stationery, transport and outings.
As 'n Kwintiel 3-skool sonder skoolgeld, word leergeld deur diestaat gefinansier. Gesinne begroot steeds vir skooldrag, skryfbehoefte, vervoer en uitstappies.
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Grades R to 7 in one schoolGraad R tot 7 in een skool
A learner can start in Grade R and continue through to Grade 7 without moving to a second school.
'n Leerder kan in Graad R begin en deurgaan tot Graad 7 sonder na 'n tweede skool te verhuis.
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A published EMIS number'n Gepubliseerde EMIS-nommer
EMIS 200500494, in the OR Tambo Coastal district. You can quote that number when you deal with the provincial department.
EMIS 200500494, in die OR Tambo Coastal-distrik. Jy kan daardie nommer gebruik wanneer jy met die provinsiale departement handel.
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A number that reaches the office'n Nommer wat die kantoor bereik
081 772 8190 is the school's published contact number. Call it, or send a WhatsApp message from this site.
081 772 8190 is die skool se gepubliseerde kontaknommer. Bel dit, of stuur 'n WhatsApp-boodskap vanaf hierdie webwerf.
Watch Our 90-Year Story Come to LifeKyk Hoe Ons 90-Jaar-verhaal Lewendig Word
Explore the history of Hillbrow Primary School — from Grassy Park and our 1936 founders Mr Percy Qhobosha Bauer, Mr Oliver Nobhongwana Bauer, and First Principal Mr Tennyson Ronald Mac Kay, to our 900+ learners today.Verken die geskiedenis van Hillbrow Primêre Skool — van Grassy Park en ons 1936-stigters mnr. Percy Qhobosha Bauer, mnr. Oliver Nobhongwana Bauer en eerste skoolhoof mnr. Tennyson Ronald Mac Kay, tot ons 900+ leerders vandag.
The 90th Anniversary Documentary FilmDie 90ste Bestaansjaar-dokumentêr
A seven-act tribute honouring our 1936 founders, Reverend Ndzamela, the 1979 Board of Trustees, the 1993 Qaukeni Delegation, our Roll of Principals, and our 2026 renaissance.'n Sewe-bedryf-huldeblyk ter ere van ons 1936-stigters, eerw. Ndzamela, die 1979-Raad van Trustees, die 1993-Qaukeni-afvaardiging, ons skoolhoofde en ons 2026-vooruitgang.
90th Birthday Kids Cartoon Adventure90ste Verjaarsdag Kinder-tekenprentavontuur
A joyful, read-along 3D animated adventure crafted for our Grade R to Grade 7 learners — featuring Inspector Oman's splash, the 1936 school bell, and our coding & choir champions!'n Vrolike, saamlees-3D-animasie-avontuur vir ons Graad R tot Graad 7-leerders — met inspekteur Oman se rivierkruising, die 1936-skoolklok, en ons koderings- en koorkampioene!
School LeadershipSkoolleierskap
Dedicated to providing an excellent foundation for every learner's future success.
Toegewyd om 'n uitstekende grondslag vir elke leerder se toekomstige sukses te bied.
Mr T Wopula
PrincipalSkoolhoof
Mrs L.B. Mbioza
Deputy PrincipalAdjunkhoof
Our 1936 Founders & First PrincipalOns 1936-stigters & Eerste Skoolhoof
Honouring brothers Mr Percy Qhobosha Bauer and Mr Oliver Nobhongwana Bauer, who secured the Hillbrow site and Title Deeds in 1936, alongside our very first Principal, Mr Tennyson Ronald Mac Kay.
Ter ere van die broers mnr. Percy Qhobosha Bauer en mnr. Oliver Nobhongwana Bauer, wat in 1936 die Hillbrow-perseel en transportaktes verkry het, saam met ons heel eerste skoolhoof, mnr. Tennyson Ronald Mac Kay.
- 1936 Co-Founder
Mr Percy Qhobosha Bauer
Community Delegate & Title Deeds BenefactorGemeenskapsafgevaardigde & Transportakte-weldoener
Delegated by the community to approach the Village Management Board for a new site, and personally paid for the 1936 Title Deeds on the brow of the hill.Deur die gemeenskap afgevaardig om die Dorpsbestuursraad vir 'n nuwe perseel te nader, en het persoonlik vir die 1936-transportaktes op die heuwelkruin betaal.
- 1936 Co-Founder
Mr Oliver Nobhongwana Bauer
Community Delegate to the Village Management BoardGemeenskapsafgevaardigde na die Dorpsbestuursraad
Stood alongside his brother Percy Qhobosha Bauer to secure the permanent Hillbrow site from the Village Management Board after Grassy Park was condemned.Het saam met sy broer Percy Qhobosha Bauer gestaan om die permanente Hillbrow-perseel van die Dorpsbestuursraad te verkry nadat Grassy Park afgekeur is.
- 1936 First Principal
Mr Tennyson Ronald Mac Kay
First Principal of Hillbrow Primary SchoolEerste Skoolhoof van Hillbrow Primêre Skool
Appointed as the very first Principal when Hillbrow Primary School opened its doors on the brow of the hill in 1936, guiding its foundational decades.Aangestel as die heel eerste skoolhoof toe Hillbrow Primêre Skool in 1936 sy deure op die kruin van die heuwel geopen het.
Our academic phasesOns akademiese fases
A continuous path that builds on every year before it.
'n Deurlopende pad wat op elke voorafgaande jaar bou.
Grade R (Reception Year)Graad R (Ontvangsjaar)
Early reading, writing and number sense
Vroeë lees, skryf en syfersin
Foundation Phase (Grades 1–3)Grondslagfase (Graad 1–3)
English Home Language, IsiXhosa First Additional Language and Afrikaans Second Additional Language
Engels Huistaal, IsiXhosa Eerste Addisionele Taal en Afrikaans Tweede Addisionele Taal
Intermediate Phase (Grades 4–6)Intermediêre Fase (Graad 4–6)
English Home Language, IsiXhosa First Additional Language and Afrikaans Second Additional Language
Engels Huistaal, IsiXhosa Eerste Addisionele Taal en Afrikaans Tweede Addisionele Taal
Senior Phase (Grade 7)Seniorfase (Graad 7)
English Home Language, IsiXhosa First Additional Language and Afrikaans Second Additional Language
Engels Huistaal, IsiXhosa Eerste Addisionele Taal en Afrikaans Tweede Addisionele Taal
On to high schoolNa hoërskool
Navy, white and goldMarineblou, wit en goud
A navy blazer with white rope piping and the school crest, a navy V-neck pullover, white shirt and striped tie. Images are illustrations; the office on 081 772 8190 can confirm the current list.
'n Marineblou baadjie met wit koordbieswerk en die skoolwapen, 'n marineblou V-hals trui, wit hemp en gestreepte das. Beelde is illustrasies; die kantoor op 081 772 8190 kan die huidige lys bevestig.
See the full uniformSien die volledige skooldragSchool coloursSkoolkleure
- Navy blueMarineblou
- WhiteWit
- GreyGrys
- Prefect GoldPrefek Goud
Daily UniformDaaglikse Skooldrag
School BlazerSkoolbaadjie
Navy blue with white braided piping and embroidered school crest
Marineblou met wit gevlegte bieswerk en geborduurde skoolwapen
V-Neck PulloverV-Hals Trui
Navy blue knit with white V-neck trim and school crest
Marineblou gebreide trui met wit V-hals bieswerk en skoolwapen
Shirt & TieHemp & Das
White short-sleeve collared shirt with navy & white striped tie
Wit kormouhemp met marineblou & wit gestreepte das
Grey Trousers (Boys)Grys Langbroek (Seuns)
Tailored charcoal grey school trousers
Netjiese donkergrys skoolbroek
Pleated Skirt (Girls)Geploide Romp (Meisies)
Classic grey pleated school skirt
Klassieke grys geploide skoolromp
School SocksSkoolsokkies
Navy blue ribbed socks with two white turnover stripes
Marineblou geribde sokkies met twee wit omslagstrepe
School ShoesSkoolskoene
Classic polished black leather lace-up school shoes
Klassieke gepoleerde swart leer vasmaak-skoolskoene
Prefects & LeadershipPrefekte & Leierskap
Prefect Leadership Cord & PinPrefek Leierskapsnoer & Speld
Braided royal navy and gold shoulder cord with polished brass insignia, awarded to elected school prefects and learner leaders
Gevlegte koningsblou en goue skouersnoer met koper-kenteken, toegeken aan verkose prefekte en leerderleiers
Prefect Blazer with Braided TrimPrefekbaadjie met Gevlegte Bieswerk
Formal navy blazer with full white & navy rope cord piping along lapels, cuffs, and pockets, carrying the school crest
Formele marineblou baadjie met volle wit & marineblou koordbieswerk langs lapelle, moue en sakke, met die skoolwapen
Where to get the uniformWaar om skooldrag te kry
Please contact the school office for uniform supplier details.
Kontak asseblief die skoolkantoor vir uniforms-verskaffer besonderhede.
081 772 8190
Uniform requirements change from time to time. Always confirm with the school office before buying.
Skooldrag word van tyd tot tyd aangepas. Bevestig altyd by die skoolkantoor voordat jy aankoop.
Ask the office about uniformsVra die kantoor oor skooldrag-
Sport: soccer, netball, softball, baseball and volleyball
Sport: sokker, netbal, sagtebal, bofbal en vlugbal
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Coding and robotics
Kodering en robotika
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Computer training for Grades 6 and 7, free to the community
Rekenaaropleiding vir Graad 6 en 7, gratis vir die gemeenskap
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English, IsiXhosa and Afrikaans
Engels, IsiXhosa en Afrikaans
Sport, culture and school lifeSport, kultuur en skoollewe
The school offers soccer, netball, softball, baseball and volleyball. A special skills programme adds coding and robotics, and end-user computer training for Grades 6 and 7, which is also provided free of charge to community members.
Die skool bied sokker, netbal, sagtebal, bofbal en vlugbal aan. 'n Spesiale vaardigheidsprogram voeg kodering en robotika by, en eindgebruiker-rekenaaropleiding vir Graad 6 en 7, wat ook gratis aan gemeenskapslede aangebied word.
Explore our galleryVerken ons galeryEnrolment documentsInskrywingsdokumente
Download the forms, complete them at home, and bring them to the school office.
Laai die vorms af, voltooi hulle by die huis, en bring hulle saam skool toe.
- Application FormAansoekvormA printable application form for parents starting an enquiry about a place.'n Afdrukbare aansoekvorm vir ouers wat 'n navraag oor 'n plek begin.PDF filePDF-lêer
- Enrolment ChecklistInskrywingskontrolelysThe documents to bring with you when you come to the school office.Die dokumente om saam te bring wanneer u die skoolkantoor besoek.PDF filePDF-lêer
Follow HillbrowVolg Hillbrow
Daily news, photographs from school events and short notices go up on our social pages first.
Daaglikse nuus, foto's van skoolgeleenthede en kort kennisgewings verskyn eerste op ons sosiale bladsye.
Ready to join us?Gereed om aan te sluit?
Contact the school office to begin your child's enrolment.
Kontak die skoolkantoor om jou kind se inskrywing te begin.