Overview
Dawn Park Primary School is a public primary school (Grades R–7) located in Boksburg, Germiston, Gauteng, South Africa. It currently enrols 2,364 learners and is staffed by 60 educators (a learner-to-educator ratio of approximately 39:1), operating as a fee-charging school (Q5). It falls within the Ekurhuleni South education district.
Benchmark against nearby schools
Compared with 35 other primary schools in Boksburg.
School fees
Q5 fees vary widely. Confirm Dawn Park Primary School's 2027 fee schedule directly with the school office.
Public primary school (Grades R–7); fees regulated by the SA Schools Act.
Fee questions
How much are school fees at Dawn Park Primary School for 2027?
For 2027, Dawn Park Primary School (Q5) falls within a r8,000 – r45,000+ per year (typical range) band and serves 2,364 learners in the Ekurhuleni South district. The SGB sets the precise fee annually; phone 011 862 2111 for the published amount.
Is Dawn Park Primary School a no-fee school?
No, Dawn Park Primary School is a fee-charging school (Q5) in the Ekurhuleni South district. Annual fees are set by the SGB and apply to all enrolled learners.
What is the quintile of Dawn Park Primary School and what does it mean for fees?
Dawn Park Primary School is a Quintile 5 school (the top funding band), typically associated with the highest fees among public schools. Located in Boksburg, Dawn Park, Gauteng in the Ekurhuleni South district, the SGB sets the fee schedule annually based on facilities, staffing and programmes offered.
How to apply
To enrol your child at Dawn Park Primary School, families in Gauteng apply via the GDE Online Admissions online system, with confirmation handled by Dawn Park Primary School. The exact Grade R or Grade 1 (and other grade transfers) process in the Ekurhuleni South education district is summarised below.
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Confirm availability with Dawn Park Primary School
Call 011 862 2111 to confirm whether Dawn Park 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 Dawn Park 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
If accepted, Dawn Park Primary School (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 Dawn Park 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 Dawn Park Primary School for the next school year?
To apply to Dawn Park Primary School for the next academic year, register on the GDE Online Admissions portal during the official admission window and select Dawn Park Primary School as a preferred school. GDE Online Admissions for Grade 1 and Grade 8 typically opens around July of the preceding year. For confirmation of available places, contact Dawn Park Primary School via phone 011 862 2111.
What documents do I need to apply at Dawn Park Primary School?
Dawn Park Primary School requires the following documents for admission: • 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) Contact Dawn Park Primary School (phone 011 862 2111) for any school-specific requirements and to verify what must be uploaded to the GDE Online Admissions.