WCED Call Centre: 0861 819 919 | Hours: 07h30 - 17h00
Admission Walk-in Centre (Head Office) Hours: 07h30 - 16h00

If you are experiencing issues with receiving your reset password – please contact the Admissions Call Centre on 0861 819 919

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Still need to apply?

The online admission system is closed for new applications for Grade R, Grade 1 and Grade 8.

You can, however, apply either at an one of our Education District offices or at a school. The schools are able to capture your application.

District Officials

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Grade R, 1 and 8 Applications

Track Application

Parents | Guardians MUST upload the following certified supporting documents:

• Immunisation card (Road to Health Chart - Primary Schools only)
• Last school report card (for learners who have been to school)
• ID | Birth certificate | passport of the learner; OR
  • A study permit (foreign learners); OR
  • Proof of application (study permit) or a police affidavit
• Proof of residence

School admissions:

• Apply to at least 3 schools (Including the ones closest to your home)
• Indicate your order of preference

Transfer requests for Grades 2-7 and Grades 9-12 must be done via the school you wish to transfer to, and not online. Learner Transfers (2025): Use this form to submit school transfer requests for learners already attending school in Grades 2-7 and Grades 9-12. Transfer form Transfer applications are to be done at the relevant school in which the parent/caregiver wishes to apply to or their nearest WCED office. Parents or caregivers will be required to fill out the WCED application form, but can only be submitted to schools or the district office. They will also be required to submit in the relevant supporting documentation: The last school report card; ID, birth certificate, passport, study permit or proof of application or police affidavit; and Proof of address or police affidavit. Parents can drop off the application form and supporting documents directly at the school. They can also contact the school for details on electronic (e-mail) submissions on the official WCED form only. Circular 37 of 2023: Dates and time frames for applications for admission 2024|25

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Online Admission Appeals: All further communication of logged cases must be done on the Online Admission System.

NOTICE: ONLINE ADMISSION APPEALS 2025 ADMISSION YEAR CYCLE

Admission appeals for the 2025 cycle will close on 13 December 2024.

Only parents/guardians with unsuccessful LATE applications, made on or after 1 November 2024, will be able to lodge an appeal using the online admission appeals portal after this date.

If you have any questions, please contact the Ministry at: Edumin.edumin@westerncape.gov.za or call 021 483 6561

Admission Appeals Before submitting an appeal, please familiarise yourself with the following: FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions) Important information | Recommendations Admission Appeals: Video Tutorial Admission Appeals: Step-by-step guide If you would still like to appeal please click here. How to create a parent profile (Username and Password): Video Tutorial | Step-by-step guide

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