# The Gauteng Department of Education announced that online applications for Grade 1 and Grade 8 admissions for the 2027 academic year will open at 8 am on 5 August and close at midnight on 4 September. Spokesperson Onwabile Lubhelwana says parents and legal guardians should apply through the Gauteng Online Admissions System and submit supporting documents within seven school days. He urged parents to apply early, provide accurate information, and select between three and five schools to improve placement opportunities
Department urges parents to apply early for 2027 Gauteng school admissions