Overview
Julius Sebolai Primary School is a public primary school (Grades R–7) located in Johannesburg, Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa. It currently enrols 1,673 learners and is staffed by 47 educators (a learner-to-educator ratio of approximately 36:1), and is officially classified as a no-fee school under Q1. It falls within the Johannesburg West education district.
Benchmark against nearby schools
Compared with 123 other primary schools in Johannesburg.
School fees
Julius Sebolai 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 Julius Sebolai Primary School for 2027?
Tuition at Julius Sebolai Primary School for the 2027 academic year is R0; the school is officially classified as no-fee (Q1) by the Department of Basic Education in the Johannesburg West district. Parents may still need to cover uniform and stationery costs; phone 010 229 0013 for specifics.
Is Julius Sebolai Primary School a no-fee school?
Yes, Julius Sebolai Primary School is officially a no-fee school (Q1), recognised as such by the Department of Basic Education in the Johannesburg West district. No tuition is charged to any of its 1,673 learners.
What is the quintile of Julius Sebolai Primary School and what does it mean for fees?
As a Q1 public primary school (Grades R–7) in the Johannesburg West district, Julius Sebolai Primary School is funded entirely by the state under the no-fee policy applied to Quintiles 1 through 3.
How to apply
Julius Sebolai Primary School accepts applications via the GDE Online Admissions online system, with confirmation handled by Julius Sebolai Primary School in the Johannesburg West 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 Julius Sebolai Primary School
Call 010 229 0013 to confirm whether Julius Sebolai 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 Julius Sebolai 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
Julius Sebolai Primary School is a no-fee school (Q1), 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 Julius Sebolai 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 Julius Sebolai Primary School for the next school year?
To apply to Julius Sebolai Primary School for the next academic year, register on the GDE Online Admissions portal during the official admission window and select Julius Sebolai 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 Julius Sebolai Primary School via phone 010 229 0013.
What documents do I need to apply at Julius Sebolai Primary School?
Julius Sebolai 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 Julius Sebolai Primary School (phone 010 229 0013) for any school-specific requirements and to verify what must be uploaded to the GDE Online Admissions.