Farrarmere Primary School
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- Other3.026 May 2026
Aftercare services
Does aftercare assist with homework?
- Parent2.027 January 2026
A Public School With Private-School Attitude
This is a government school that operates as if it were a private school. A clear example is sport: almost every sport has a coach or teacher offering paid extra lessons. While these lessons are technically optional, learners who don’t attend are often seen as “not good enough” for team selection. There is also constant fundraising and “gifting,” particularly from September onward, which becomes overwhelming. I have personally heard staff members speak rudely to learners, with no visible consequ...
- Parent5.013 November 2025
Above and beyond the call of duty
My child has been at Farrarmere for 7 years. He has never been the over achieving type, however every teacher and sport coach embrassed him with kindness . We have been incredibly blessed with supportive, nurturing teachers who always went the extra mile for my son. Farrarmere taught him to face adversity and rise above circumstances. I am forever grateful to the school for shaping strong values and discipline in my child. Without their commitment I would not have the confident young man I have today. Thank you FPS, you proved that every child matters. It's not about the badges and scrolls it's about preparing our children to go out into the world with confidence and resilience. Invictus ?
- Parent5.012 November 2025
FPS - Better than the rest :)
My awesome child has Autism. I was so afraid that he would not fit in or not be made to feel welcome at FPS. the absolute opposite has happened for the past 3 years. He has had 100% support from his teacher every year. Dare I say, his teachers have gotten better and more supportive each year. they love and support him through every milestone and hurdle he has come across. The aftercare has equally been accommodating and kind through his every changing growth. He really loves being part of FPS and as a parent, I do too. His teachers are always a message away in times of crisis. For me the best part of FPS is seeing how happy the teachers and ground staff are, I believe that is why they are so kind and loving towards the children! This school is for everyone, from the athletes to the Chess players, the merits recognition to the SMILE Badge award. Thank you for making school a happy place
- Parent1.06 November 2025
Farrarmere Primary IS NOT the best primary school in Ekhurhuleni
The most disgusting school. A principal who seriously has lost her passion and needs to retire! She is a sarcastic woman with no compassion. Some teachers bully and victimise children and get away with it, year after year. If you are not on the SGB, donating money to the school or sucking up, be assured your child will NOT be acknowledged. Staff are unhappy, and it shows! Principal has her favourite Teachers!! P.s. the kids receive merits for their parents votes for best school in Ekhurule...
- Parent3.016 October 2024
Unprofessional Administration staff
My child was accepted to this school - I provisionally accepted the request and delivered documents in case we decide to choose this school for my child. Only to get an extremely rude response from admin. Not appreciated!
- Parent5.025 October 2023
A Brilliant Public School
I found the school to be very well run, I am posting this because I see there may be a single disgruntled person. The truth is the school has been around for more than 45 years and has seen tens of thousands of parents and children and 99% of parents are very happy with it, including me. It's a government school and to run as well as it does as a public institution is very impressive. Staff are very caring and fabulous with the children.
- Other1.019 June 2023
Admissions are difficult
Trying to get into this school for 3 years. Always say they full but I know people that have been accepted way after my application on who are out of the feeder zone but somehow know someone and they pulled strings. The admissions lady blocks you from ever seeing the principle. Like a cult.