The school has a uniform that is unique to the school. The main purpose of the school uniform is: 1. Neatness 2. Uniformity 3. Identification of learners 4. Representation of school colours
1. Neatness
Wearing of school uniform avoids cases where learners have to wear different types of clothing. Some learners are coming from poor homes where it is difficult for parents/guardians to buy clothes more often. Allowing different personal attires may result in situations whereby learners look untidy.
2. Uniformity
Wearing of a uniform also provides a sense of belonging. Uniform is a formal attire associated with a certain institution.
3. Identificationoflearners
Learners from Mnqophiso Primary are identified by their uniform. A lost learner or a learner who has encountered danger may be identified by their uniform.
4. Representationofschoolcolours
The uniform also represent school colours and pride of the school. The colours of the uniform complements the school banner.
Stationary
Purchasing of stationary by parents supplements government provision of stationary to learners. The department of education provides adequate stationary for learners. However, there are subjects that need more books or additional learning material.
Education&noneducationalconsumables
There are items utilized by the school to enhance education and maintenance of school hygiene which includes duplicating papers, erasers, chalks, rulers, cleaning detergents & cleaning equipment.
Fundraising
To purchase some of the mentioned items the school need funds. Parents assist in assuring that minimum funds are generated through fundraising activities.
Schooluniform (Thandabantu- Korsten)
Boys: white shirt, grey trouser, grey socks, grey tie with school badge, grey jersey & black shoes
Girls: grey tunic with school badge, white shirt, grey tie with school badge, grey jersey & white socks
Schoolneedsperlearner
1. 1 Realm of duplicating papers per year 2. 10 x toilet tissue per quarter 3. 1 x prit per year 4. 1 x handy andy per quarter
Fundraising
(i) Civvies - per year R120, quarterly R30, monthly R10 & weekly R2. 50 (ii) Valentines - R5 only in February (iii) Excursions - R150 quarterly (iv) Grade 7 Farewell - R650 per year (V) Crazy shoe - R5 yearly (vi) Funny day - R5 yearly
Deposit directly to the school bank account: Bank: FNB Account type: Business account Account number : 63006749965 Reference : learner name & class