Overview
Denver Primary School is a public primary school (Grades R–7) located in Johannesburg, Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa. It currently enrols 1,641 learners and is staffed by 38 educators (a learner-to-educator ratio of approximately 43:1), and is officially classified as a no-fee school under Q5. It falls within the Johannesburg East education district.
Benchmark against nearby schools
Compared with 123 other primary schools in Johannesburg.
School fees
Denver 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 Denver Primary School for 2027?
Tuition at Denver Primary School for the 2027 academic year is R0; the school is officially classified as no-fee (Q5) by the Department of Basic Education in the Johannesburg East district. Parents may still need to cover uniform and stationery costs; phone 082 483 3216 for specifics.
Is Denver Primary School a no-fee school?
Yes, Denver Primary School is officially a no-fee school (Q5), recognised as such by the Department of Basic Education in the Johannesburg East district. No tuition is charged to any of its 1,641 learners.
What is the quintile of Denver Primary School and what does it mean for fees?
Quintile 5, the highest band, applies to Denver Primary School in the Johannesburg East district. Q5 fees vary widely between schools and are confirmed by the SGB ahead of each academic year.
How to apply
Denver Primary School accepts applications via the GDE Online Admissions online system, with confirmation handled by Denver Primary School in the Johannesburg East education district. The steps and documents required for Grade R or Grade 1 (and other grade transfers) are detailed below.
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Confirm availability with Denver Primary School
Call 082 483 3216 to confirm whether Denver 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 Denver 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
Denver Primary School is a no-fee school (Q5), 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 Denver 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 Denver Primary School for the next school year?
To apply to Denver Primary School for the next academic year, register on the GDE Online Admissions portal during the official admission window and select Denver 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 Denver Primary School via phone 082 483 3216.
What documents do I need to apply at Denver Primary School?
Denver 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 Denver Primary School (phone 082 483 3216) for any school-specific requirements and to verify what must be uploaded to the GDE Online Admissions.