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Crewe Primary School

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Crewe Primary School is a primary Public school in East London, within the Eastern Cape Province.

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Here are 10 facts about Crewe Primary School:

  • Space Constraints Due to Growth – As Amalinda continues to grow, Crewe Primary faces space challenges as it struggles to accommodate more learners.
  • 120 Years of History – Crewe Primary School was established in 1904, making it one of the oldest schools in the Amalinda suburb.
  • Originally Named Amalinda Primary School – The school was first known as Amalinda Primary before being renamed after Sir Charles Crewe in 1973.
  • Started with Just 41 Learners – When it opened, the school had only 41 pupils, many of whom rode to school on horseback or bicycles.
  • Built by Farmers – The school was originally built by local farmers who wanted to provide education for their children.
  • First School Building Was Made of Wood and Iron – The original school structure was a simple wood and iron building, with no Grade R facilities, no swimming pool, and just open fields.
  • Fundraising Through Farming – In 1912, learners and teachers grew vegetables on the hockey field and sold them to raise funds for the school.
  • First Extramural Activity Was Soccer – For many years, soccer was the only extramural activity available, and it was only offered to senior boys.
  • Expanded in 1911 – The school governing body built a larger structure in 1911 with eight classrooms, a tiny office, a stockroom, and a small staffroom.
  • Over 1,000 Learners Today – From just 41 learners in 1904, the school has grown to accommodate over 1,000 pupils.

School Fees

Crewe Primary School receives R165 per child annually from the government..

 

Subjects

Below are the subjects offered at Crewe Primary School:

Grade R subjects:

• Languages
• Mathematics
• Life Skills

Grade 4 – Grade 6 subjects:

• isiXhosa
• English
• Afrikaans
• Mathematics
• Natural Science and Technology
• Social Sciences (History and Geography)
• Life Skills – which includes Creative Arts

Grade 7 subjects:
• English (Home Language)
• Afrikaans or isiZulu (First Additional Language)
• Mathematics
• Economic and Management Sciences (EMS)
• Natural Science
• Social Sciences (History and Geography)
• Life Orientation – which includes Physical Education
• Technology
• Creative Arts (Music, Art and Drama)

Application Information

Please use the following details to start your application at Crewe Primary School:

Tel: 0437411005

Physical Address: Rosedale Road,Amalinda,East London,5252

 

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