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Transfer applications can also be done at the relevant school in which the parent\/caregiver wishes to transfer or the relevant district office.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Parents applying will need the following supporting documents:\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>The last school report card.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>ID, birth certificate, passport, study permit or proof of application or police affidavit.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Proof of address or police affidavit.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Parents who have not registered on the online system previously will first need to register on the online site. Once registration is completed, they can then proceed to the application. Online video tutorials and step-by-step guidelines are available on the website: wcedonline.westerncape.gov.za\/admissions. 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