SCHOOL PROFILE – NYIKO PRIMARY SCHOOL

School Profile – Nyiko Primary School

Welcome to Nyiko Primary School
“Education is a Shield”

Located in the peaceful and culturally rich village of Mbaula, in the Giyani – Groot Letaba area of Mopani East District, Limpopo Province, Nyiko Primary School is a public primary institution committed to quality education, community development, and learner empowerment.

Since opening its doors in 1970, Nyiko Primary has served as a cornerstone of education in this rural part of South Africa, offering generations of learners a solid foundation for academic, social, and personal success.

School Name: Nyiko Primary School

Location: Mbaula Village, Groot Letaba, Giyani, Mopani East District, Limpopo

Established: 1970

School Type: Public Primary School

Grades: Grade R – Grade 7

Language of Instruction: Xitsonga (Home Language), English (First Additional Language)

Principal: Mr. Mthombeni T.M

District: Mopani East Education District

Province: Limpopo

EMIS Number: 916420512

Our VISION

Here at Nyiko Primary School we are committed to unfold the potential of learners by deliberately and purposefully intervening in their life in order to make them responsible adults who are highly qualified and willing to serve the community in all sphere of life 

Our MISSION

The above will be achieved through;

Equipping them with skills, Knowledge and values that will help them understand their roles in the community and establish a sense of respect for their environment.

 Our Values

Adhere to the rules and regulation of South African School Act (SASSA)

Respect – for ourselves, each other, and our environment

Discipline – through accountability and commitment

Create conductive atmosphere to learning and teaching

Academic Programme

Nyiko Primary School follows the Curriculum and Assessment Policy Statement (CAPS), as guided by the Department of Basic Education. Subjects taught include:

Xitsonga (Home Language)

English (First Additional Language)

Mathematics

Life Skills

Natural Sciences and Technology

Social Sciences

Our educators use a learner-centered approach, ensuring each child receives the support they need to reach their full potential.

Community and Culture

Nyiko Primary School is deeply rooted in the local values, traditions, and aspirations of Mbaula and Giyani. We promote a culture of inclusion, community engagement, and cultural pride, and work closely with:

Parents and guardians

Traditional leadership

The School Governing Body (SGB)

Local NGOs and support organizations

Facilities and Programmes

Despite limited infrastructure, we continue to grow and improve. Our school offers:

Classrooms and administrative block (part of the National School Nutrition Programme)

Ablution facilities

Outdoor space for sports and physical activities

Environmental awareness and school garden projects

Extracurricular activities including soccer, netball, traditional dance, and cultural events

Our Aspirations

Upgrade school infrastructure and expand classrooms

Introduce digital learning and ICT tools

Strengthen literacy and numeracy across all grades

Increase access to library and educational resources

Foster holistic learner development through arts, sports, and mentorship