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The Gauteng Department of Education(GDE) has opened online applications for grade 1 and grade 8 admissions for the 2026 school year. Applications are open from 25 June to 25 July 2026. Parents can apply to a maximum of 5 schools. Supporting documents must be submitted along with the application, this must be done within 7 days of applying.
2026 LEARNER INTAKE APPLICATION PROCESS -pdf
Parents are encouraged to use a reliable cellphone number when applying, as the Department will send regular SMSes to the cell phone number used to register and apply.
How to apply
Parents or legal guardians can log on to the system at www.gdeadmissions.gov.zaand follow these easy steps:
STEP 1: Enter details of a parent
STEP 2: Enter learner details
STEP 3: Apply to a school with available space
