Overview
Child Academy Programmes is a independent primary school (Grades R–7) located in Johannesburg, Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa. It currently enrols 1,614 learners and is staffed by 66 educators (a learner-to-educator ratio of approximately 24:1), operating as a fee-charging school. It falls within the Ekurhuleni North education district and achieved an excellent 2025 NSC matric pass rate of 98.0% (97 of 99 candidates).
Child Academy Programmes Matric Performance
Child Academy Programmes's NSC pass rate has remained fairly steady over the past 3 years, from 97.3% in 2023 to 98.0% in 2025 (99 candidates writing in 2025).
| Year | Wrote | Achieved | Pass rate |
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| 2025 | 99 | 97 | 98.0% |
| 2024 | 81 | 77 | 95.1% |
| 2023 | 74 | 72 | 97.3% |
Source: 2025 NSC School Performance Report (DBE). Centre: CHILD ACADEMY PROGRAMMES (8400506).
Benchmark against nearby schools
Compared with 123 other primary schools in Johannesburg.
Child Academy Programmes's 2025 pass rate is 2.0 percentage points below the average for comparable schools in the area.
School fees
Private school fees vary widely. Request the official 2027 fee schedule from Child Academy Programmes directly.
Private primary school (Grades R–7); fees set by the school.
Fee questions
How much are school fees at Child Academy Programmes for 2027?
Child Academy Programmes is a fee-charging independent school in the Ekurhuleni North district. Indicative 2027 fees: R20,000 – R250,000+ per year (typical range). Exact fees are confirmed by the School Governing Body before the school year begins. To get the official 2027 fee schedule, phone 011 924 2341.
Is Child Academy Programmes a no-fee school?
Child Academy Programmes does charge school fees. The amount is reviewed and approved annually by the School Governing Body.
What is the quintile of Child Academy Programmes and what does it mean for fees?
As an independent (private) school in the Ekurhuleni North district, Child Academy Programmes is not assigned a government quintile. Its fee structure is set by the school's governing body and reflects the facilities, curriculum and programmes offered in Johannesburg, Tembisa, Gauteng.
How to apply
To enrol your child at Child Academy Programmes, families in Gauteng apply via the GDE Online Admissions online system, with confirmation handled by Child Academy Programmes. The exact Grade R or Grade 1 (and other grade transfers) process in the Ekurhuleni North education district is summarised below.
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Confirm availability with Child Academy Programmes
Call 011 924 2341 to confirm whether Child Academy Programmes 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 Child Academy Programmes 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
If accepted, Child Academy Programmes (an SGB-funded school) may require a registration deposit. The exact amount is confirmed by the school.
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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 Child Academy Programmes.
- 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 Child Academy Programmes for the next school year?
Child Academy Programmes 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 011 924 2341 to confirm openings in the Ekurhuleni North district.
What documents do I need to apply at Child Academy Programmes?
When applying to Child Academy Programmes, 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 Child Academy Programmes depending on the grade; confirm via phone 011 924 2341.