Overview
Kaalfontein Primary School is a public primary school (Grades R–7) located in Midrand, Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa. It currently enrols 2,848 learners and is staffed by 73 educators (a learner-to-educator ratio of approximately 39:1), and is officially classified as a no-fee school under Q3. It falls within the Johannesburg East education district.
Benchmark against nearby schools
Compared with 28 other primary schools in Midrand.
School fees
Kaalfontein 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 Kaalfontein Primary School for 2027?
Kaalfontein Primary School is a no-fee public primary school (Grades R–7) in Midrand, Kaalfontein, Gauteng, so parents pay no tuition fees for 2027. All 2,848 enrolled learners attend at no charge. Budget instead for uniforms, stationery, transport and excursions. For voluntary contributions or admission fees, phone 011 261 1200.
Is Kaalfontein Primary School a no-fee school?
Kaalfontein Primary School is classified no-fee under Q3 and forms part of the state-funded schools serving Midrand, Kaalfontein, Gauteng. Parents pay no tuition fees.
What is the quintile of Kaalfontein Primary School and what does it mean for fees?
Kaalfontein Primary School is a Q3 school, the lowest of three quintile bands designated as "no-fee" under the SA Schools Act. Serving the Midrand, Kaalfontein, Gauteng community in the Johannesburg East district, it receives full state funding and parents are not charged tuition.
How to apply
To enrol your child at Kaalfontein Primary School, families in Gauteng apply via the GDE Online Admissions online system, with confirmation handled by Kaalfontein Primary School. The exact Grade R or Grade 1 (and other grade transfers) process in the Johannesburg East education district is summarised below.
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Confirm availability with Kaalfontein Primary School
Call 011 261 1200 to confirm whether Kaalfontein 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 Kaalfontein 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
Kaalfontein Primary School is a no-fee school (Q3), 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 Kaalfontein 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 Kaalfontein Primary School for the next school year?
Kaalfontein Primary School processes applications online via the GDE Online Admissions. GDE Online Admissions for Grade 1 and Grade 8 typically opens around July of the preceding year. Reach the school directly via phone 011 261 1200 to confirm openings in the Johannesburg East district.
What documents do I need to apply at Kaalfontein Primary School?
When applying to Kaalfontein Primary School, you'll typically need: • 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) Additional items may be requested by Kaalfontein Primary School depending on the grade; confirm via phone 011 261 1200.