Overview
Carter Primary School is a public primary school (Grades R–7) located in Sandton, Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa. It currently enrols 1,494 learners and is staffed by 46 educators (a learner-to-educator ratio of approximately 32:1), and is officially classified as a no-fee school under Q1. It falls within the Johannesburg East education district.
Benchmark against nearby schools
Compared with 30 other primary schools in Sandton.
School fees
Carter Primary School charges no tuition fees. Plan instead for uniforms, stationery, transport and outings.
Public primary school (Grades R–7); fees regulated by the SA Schools Act.
Fee questions
How much are school fees at Carter Primary School for 2027?
Carter Primary School is a no-fee public primary school (Grades R–7) in Sandton, Alexandra, Gauteng, so parents pay no tuition fees for 2027. All 1,494 enrolled learners attend at no charge. Budget instead for uniforms, stationery, transport and excursions. For voluntary contributions or admission fees, phone 010 023 3875.
Is Carter Primary School a no-fee school?
Carter Primary School is classified no-fee under Q1 and forms part of the state-funded schools serving Sandton, Alexandra, Gauteng. Parents pay no tuition fees.
What is the quintile of Carter Primary School and what does it mean for fees?
Classified as Q1 by the Department of Basic Education, Carter Primary School falls within the no-fee category, meaning the 1,494 learners attending here in Sandton, Alexandra, Gauteng pay no school fees.
How to apply
To enrol your child at Carter Primary School, families in Gauteng apply via the GDE Online Admissions online system, with confirmation handled by Carter Primary School. The exact Grade R or Grade 1 (and other grade transfers) process in the Johannesburg East education district is summarised below.
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Confirm availability with Carter Primary School
Call 010 023 3875 to confirm whether Carter Primary School has open places for the year you're applying.
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Start the application
Register on the GDE Online Admissions portal when applications open and select Carter Primary School as a preferred school.
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Submit your documents
Upload all required documents to the GDE Online Admissions portal before the published cut-off and keep your reference number.
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Pay any required deposits or fees
Carter Primary School is a no-fee school (Q1), so no tuition is payable. Budget for uniforms and stationery.
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Confirm placement and enrol
Check your GDE Online Admissions dashboard for the placement outcome. If accepted, complete on-site registration at Carter Primary School.
- Certified copy of the learner's birth certificate or ID
- Certified copies of both parents'/guardians' South African IDs (or passport/permit for non-citizens)
- Proof of residence (utility bill not older than 3 months)
- Latest school report
- Immunisation card / clinic card (especially for Grade R / Grade 1)
- Road-to-Health booklet (Grade R / Grade 1 entry)
Admissions questions
How do I apply to Carter Primary School for the next school year?
Carter Primary School processes applications online via the GDE Online Admissions. GDE Online Admissions for Grade 1 and Grade 8 typically opens around July of the preceding year. Reach the school directly via phone 010 023 3875 to confirm openings in the Johannesburg East district.
What documents do I need to apply at Carter Primary School?
When applying to Carter Primary School, you'll typically need: • Certified copy of the learner's birth certificate or ID • Certified copies of both parents'/guardians' South African IDs (or passport/permit for non-citizens) • Proof of residence (utility bill not older than 3 months) • Latest school report • Immunisation card / clinic card (especially for Grade R / Grade 1) Additional items may be requested by Carter Primary School depending on the grade; confirm via phone 010 023 3875.