Overview
Heron Bridge College is a independent combined school (Grades R–12) located in Fourways, Sandton, Gauteng, South Africa. It currently enrols 1,266 learners and is staffed by 101 educators (a learner-to-educator ratio of approximately 13:1), operating as a fee-charging school. It falls within the Johannesburg North education district.
Benchmark against nearby schools
Compared with 7 other combined schools in Fourways.
School fees
Private school fees vary widely. Request the official 2027 fee schedule from Heron Bridge College directly.
Private combined school (Grades R–12); fees set by the school.
Fee questions
How much are school fees at Heron Bridge College for 2027?
For 2027, Heron Bridge College falls within a r20,000 – r250,000+ per year (typical range) band and serves 1,266 learners in the Johannesburg North district. The SGB sets the precise fee annually; phone 011 540 4800 for the published amount.
Is Heron Bridge College a no-fee school?
No, Heron Bridge College is a fee-charging school in the Johannesburg North district. Annual fees are set by the SGB and apply to all enrolled learners.
What is the quintile of Heron Bridge College and what does it mean for fees?
Heron Bridge College operates as an independent school in Fourways, Sandton, Gauteng and is therefore not part of the public-school quintile system. All fees are determined privately by the school.
How to apply
Applications to Heron Bridge College for Grade R, Grade 1 or Grade 8 are submitted via the GDE Online Admissions online system, with confirmation handled by Heron Bridge College in the Johannesburg North education district. Below is the step-by-step process specific to Gauteng.
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Confirm availability with Heron Bridge College
Call 011 540 4800 to confirm whether Heron Bridge College 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 Heron Bridge College 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, Heron Bridge College (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 Heron Bridge College.
- 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)
- Most recent end-of-year report from the previous school
- Transfer letter from the previous school (for Grade 8+ transfers)
Admissions questions
How do I apply to Heron Bridge College for the next school year?
To apply to Heron Bridge College for the next academic year, register on the GDE Online Admissions portal during the official admission window and select Heron Bridge College 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 Heron Bridge College via phone 011 540 4800.
What documents do I need to apply at Heron Bridge College?
Heron Bridge College 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 Heron Bridge College (phone 011 540 4800) for any school-specific requirements and to verify what must be uploaded to the GDE Online Admissions.