Thousands of Gauteng parents have just days left to submit Grade 1 and Grade 8 applications for the 2027 school year. The Gauteng Department of Education application period closes at midnight on Friday, 4 September 2026, after which parents who have not applied will have to wait for the late application process. According to the department, applications must be completed through the official GDE Admissions online portal, with supporting documents submitted within the required timeframe.
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Your home address plays a major role in where your child may be placed during the Gauteng Department of Education’s 2027 online admissions process. The department uses feeder zones to prioritise applications for Grade 1 and Grade 8 placements at public schools across Gauteng. Parents applying before the Friday, 4 September 2026 deadline should understand how these catchment areas work, how applications are prioritised and why choosing schools within your designated feeder zone could improve your child’s chances of placement
Learn about the essential documents required for the 2026 GDE admissions process for Grade 1 and Grade 8. Get the details on the documents needed for a smooth application.