Admission For Grade 8

The Gauteng Department of Education (GDE) online application system, or Admission For Grade 8 2027, is now open to all learners wanting admission for Grade 8 by next year. Parents can now apply to secure space for their child’s admission from Wednesday, 5 August 2026, at 8h00 and will close on Friday, 4 September 2026, at midnight.

Entering Grade 8 is an exciting milestone, especially as students transition to high school. In this article, I’ll guide you through the straightforward process of securing admission for your scholar. It’s worth noting that the new and improved GDE online system now requires parents to apply for their child’s admission, even if the school combines both Primary and High school.

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