Overview
Drommedaris Primary School is a public primary school (Grades R–7) located in Boksburg, Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa. It currently enrols 1,725 learners and is staffed by 49 educators (a learner-to-educator ratio of approximately 35:1), and is officially classified as a no-fee school under Q4. It falls within the Ekurhuleni South education district.
Benchmark against nearby schools
Compared with 35 other primary schools in Boksburg.
School fees
Drommedaris 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 Drommedaris Primary School for 2027?
Tuition at Drommedaris Primary School for the 2027 academic year is R0; the school is officially classified as no-fee (Q4) by the Department of Basic Education in the Ekurhuleni South district. Parents may still need to cover uniform and stationery costs; phone 010 023 3881 for specifics.
Is Drommedaris Primary School a no-fee school?
Yes, Drommedaris Primary School is officially a no-fee school (Q4), recognised as such by the Department of Basic Education in the Ekurhuleni South district. No tuition is charged to any of its 1,725 learners.
What is the quintile of Drommedaris Primary School and what does it mean for fees?
Q4 classification places Drommedaris Primary School among schools that charge moderate fees in the Ekurhuleni South district. The exact amount is set by the SGB each year based on the school's operational needs.
How to apply
To enrol your child at Drommedaris Primary School, families in Gauteng apply via the GDE Online Admissions online system, with confirmation handled by Drommedaris 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 Drommedaris Primary School
Call 010 023 3881 to confirm whether Drommedaris 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 Drommedaris 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
Drommedaris Primary School is a no-fee school (Q4), 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 Drommedaris 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 Drommedaris Primary School for the next school year?
To apply to Drommedaris Primary School for the next academic year, register on the GDE Online Admissions portal during the official admission window and select Drommedaris 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 Drommedaris Primary School via phone 010 023 3881.
What documents do I need to apply at Drommedaris Primary School?
Drommedaris 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 Drommedaris Primary School (phone 010 023 3881) for any school-specific requirements and to verify what must be uploaded to the GDE Online Admissions.