{"id":17696,"date":"2025-07-23T14:53:00","date_gmt":"2025-07-23T12:53:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/?p=17696"},"modified":"2026-03-12T10:12:03","modified_gmt":"2026-03-12T08:12:03","slug":"2026-gde-admissions-walk-in-centres","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/2026-gde-admissions-walk-in-centres\/","title":{"rendered":"List of Decentralised Walk-in Centres for GDE Admissions"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>As South Africa approaches the 2026 academic year, the Gauteng Department of Education is once again opening online admissions for Grade 1 and Grade 8 students. For many parents and guardians, this is an exciting yet sometimes confusing process. Fortunately, the province has set up a network of decentralised walk-in centres where applicants can get assistance and submit their applications in person.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In this article, we\u2019ll provide you with a comprehensive list of these walk-in centres across different regions in Gauteng. Whether you are in Ekurhuleni, Johannesburg, Tshwane, Sedibeng, or other areas, you\u2019ll find the right place to apply for your child\u2019s schooling. Let\u2019s break it down.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-2026-gde-admissions-walk-in-centres\">2026 GDE Admissions Walk-In Centres<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-1-ekurhuleni-region-walk-in-centres\">1. Ekurhuleni Region Walk-In Centres<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Ekurhuleni, covering a vast area from Kempton Park to Springs, is one of the busiest regions for online admissions. The following walk-in centres are available for assistance:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Birchleigh, Kempton Park<\/strong> \u2013 Contact: V. Petlo \u2013 082 562 8053<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Tembisa<\/strong> \u2013 Contact: M. Moyo \u2013 065 487 2653<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Watville, Benoni<\/strong> \u2013 Contact: T. Motepe \u2013 064 930 1098<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Munpen Building, Benoni<\/strong> \u2013 Contact: K. Mhlanga \u2013 011 746 8082<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Office of the District Director<\/strong> \u2013 Contact: E. Sigama \u2013 011 746 8087<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Note: The Munpen Building is the only walk-in centre in the region.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-2-johannesburg-region-walk-in-centres\">2. Johannesburg Region Walk-In Centres<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The Johannesburg area has numerous walk-in centres catering to both the central and various suburban areas. Some of the main centres include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Johannesburg Central District Office<\/strong> \u2013 Contact: R. Ramdath \u2013 064 929 9033<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Morningside Teacher Centre, Sandton<\/strong> \u2013 Contact: L. Dube \u2013 084 931 5871<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Waverley Girls High School, Norwood<\/strong> \u2013 Contact: S. Van Kraal \u2013 084 599 9407<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Eastgate Primary School, Kensington<\/strong> \u2013 Contact: T. Nkhathe \u2013 082 602 7588<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Johannesburg South District Office<\/strong> \u2013 Contact: M. Mgwenya \u2013 062 962 8753<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-3-tshwane-region-walk-in-centres\">3. Tshwane Region Walk-In Centres<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Tshwane\u2019s walk-in centres are spread across different areas such as Soshanguve, Hammanskraal, and Pretoria. Here are the key centres:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Gauteng North District Office, Pretoria<\/strong> \u2013 Contact: G.M.Z. Kosi \u2013 082 562 7497<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Temba Resource Centre<\/strong> \u2013 Contact: M. Makhubele \u2013 082 562 5371<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Lemoshango Teachers Centre<\/strong> \u2013 Contact: A. Masinge \u2013 079 891 9440<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Thuto Thebe Teachers Centre, Garankuwa<\/strong> \u2013 Contact: D.R. M. Sekhu \u2013 082 562 7556<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Mamelodi Teachers Centre<\/strong> \u2013 Contact: M. Mbatho \u2013 082 562 9294<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-4-sedibeng-region-walk-in-centres\">4. Sedibeng Region Walk-In Centres<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Sedibeng has its own set of walk-in centres that cater to the areas in the south of Gauteng:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Magaliesburg Secondary School<\/strong> \u2013 Contact: N. Nthsangase \u2013 082 562 6066<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Bojateng Secondary School<\/strong> \u2013 Contact: M. Koma \u2013 064 562 2750<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Sedibeng West District Office<\/strong> \u2013 Contact: M. Moloi \u2013 064 932 5983<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Sebokeng, Sebokeng West<\/strong> \u2013 Contact: M. Mokhena \u2013 079 391 7245<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-1 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-id=\"17710\" src=\"https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/gauteng-image-1753272546-1024x725.jpeg\" alt=\"Gauteng News Image\" class=\"wp-image-17710\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Image: Gauteng Department Of Education<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-id=\"17713\" src=\"https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/gauteng-image-1753272548-1024x725.jpeg\" alt=\"Gauteng News Image\" class=\"wp-image-17713\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Image: Gauteng Department Of Education<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-id=\"17712\" src=\"https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/gauteng-image-1753272547-1-1024x725.jpeg\" alt=\"Gauteng News Image\" class=\"wp-image-17712\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Image: Gauteng Department Of Education<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-id=\"17711\" src=\"https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/gauteng-image-1753272547-1024x725.jpeg\" alt=\"Gauteng News Image\" class=\"wp-image-17711\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Image: Gauteng Department Of Education<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"gaute-1345384052\" class=\"gaute-inbetween-content gaute-entity-placement\" style=\"margin-top: 30px;margin-bottom: 30px;margin-left: auto;margin-right: auto;text-align: center;\"><div class=\"gaute-adlabel\">Advertisement<\/div><script async src=\"\/\/pagead2.googlesyndication.com\/pagead\/js\/adsbygoogle.js?client=ca-pub-1852772760112594\" crossorigin=\"anonymous\"><\/script><ins class=\"adsbygoogle\" style=\"display:block;\" data-ad-client=\"ca-pub-1852772760112594\" \ndata-ad-slot=\"1819787043\" \ndata-ad-format=\"auto\" data-full-width-responsive=\"true\"><\/ins>\n<script> \n(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); \n<\/script>\n<\/div><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-how-to-apply-for-2026-admissions\">How to Apply for 2026 Admissions<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Applying online for Grade 1 and Grade 8 is encouraged to streamline the process, but these walk-in centres will help those who prefer personal assistance. Here&#8217;s a simple guide:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Register Online<\/strong>: Visit the <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gdeadmissions.gov.za\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">official Gauteng Department of Education website<\/a><\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Locate a Walk-In Centre<\/strong>: Choose the walk-in centre closest to you from the list above.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Prepare Required Documents<\/strong>: Make sure you have your child\u2019s birth certificate, proof of residence, and other supporting documents.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Submit Your Application<\/strong>: Head to the walk-in centre and complete the application.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-important-dates-to-remember\">Important Dates to Remember<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>For the 2026 school year, the online admissions process will open on <strong>1 August 2025<\/strong>. Be sure to start early and avoid last-minute rushes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Check also: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/understanding-school-feeder-zones-in-gauteng\/\">How School Feeder Zones Work for GDE Admissions<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The 2026 Gauteng Online Admissions system offers parents a simple and effective way to secure a spot for their child in a good school. If you\u2019re unsure about navigating the online platform or need help with documentation, don\u2019t hesitate to visit any of the walk-in centres listed. Staff at these centres are ready to assist.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>As the deadline approaches, make sure to get your application in on time.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Explore the 2026 GDE Admissions for Grade 1 &#038; 8. 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