The admissions window for on time online applications for the 2027 school year is quickly drawing to a close. Therefore the Western Cape Education Department (WCED) is encouraging parents to apply before 14 April.

“Parents are responsible for applying on time for a place in a school for their child, but the parents of 28 003 Grade 7 learners currently attending school in the Western Cape have not yet applied for a place in Grade 8 next year,” said Western Cape MEC for Education, David Maynier on last week.

He urgently appeal to all parents and guardians, whose children will be in Grade R, 1 and 8 next year to apply before the closing date. The WCED opened applications for on time admissions early in March already.

“We have made it as easy as possible to apply, and made help available to parents who are not able to complete their applications online, so there is no reason not to apply on time.”
Maynier further added: “So far, the parents of 125 063 children have already applied for a place in Grade R, 1 or 8 next year, and we thank these parents for making these applications their priority.”

With every application parents and caregivers must upload copies of several documents when submitting an application. These include the child’s most recent official school report where applicable, and certified proof of identity of the learner such as a birth certificate, ID or passport.

For foreign learners, a passport, study permit, proof of application for a permit, or a copy of the parent’s asylum seeker or refugee permit will be accepted. If none of these documents are available, a South African Police Service affidavit may be submitted.

Applicants must also provide the learner’s immunisation card (Road to Health Certificate) for primary school applications, as well as proof of residence such as a municipal account, lease agreement, or an affidavit confirming residence.

To apply online visit the WCED’s website on https://www.westerncape.gov.za/education/service/learner-admissions.