Admissions 2027

Grade 8 Applications – 2027

The Grade 8 admission process for 2027 is managed by the Gauteng Department of Education (GDE).

All applications must be submitted online during the official application period via the GDE Admissions website:

www.gdeadmissions.gov.za

The Grade 8 admission application period opens at 08:00 on 5 August 2026 and closes at midnight on 4 September 2026.

Important Information for Parents

•  Applications may only be submitted during the official application period.

•  The online system will not be accessible before the application window opens.

•  Places at schools fill rapidly, particularly at high-demand institutions such as Noordwyk Secondary School. Parents are therefore encouraged to apply promptly.​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​

Applications 

Applications to Grade 1 and 8 for the 2027 academic year are open from Wednesday, 5 August 2026 at 08:00 to Friday, 4 September 2026 at 00:00 (midnight). to Grade 1 and 8 for the 2027 academic year are open from Wednesday, 5 August 2026 at 08:00 to Friday, 4 September 2026 at 00:00 (midnight).