Need information about schools in Johannesburg

Hi PARAMITA, in South Africa, children start school in the year they turn seven, so if you son is turning seven this year then he would likely be placed in grade 1, or if he only turned six this year, then he would be placed in Grade R (which is equivalent to kindergarten). 

There are a range of schools to choose from in Johannesburg, including government/state schools, private and international schools (some do offer the Cambridge curriculum), and whichever you choose would all depend on your preferences, budget and area in which you end up living in Johannesburg. If you're only planning to be in Joburg for the short-term then it may be preferable to keep your son in the Cambridge system, but if you'll be in the city more permanently, then your options are broader. For a good overview of education options in the city, I suggest you have a read of our Education and Schools in Johannesburg page. We also offer a list of private schools and international schools.

Schools will accept new students in the middle of the school year if they have place to accommodate them, but this all comes down to the individual schools, so it's best to contact your school of choice directly for further information regarding admissions.

All the best with your decisions and the big move!

Hi Catherine,

Thank you very much for your reply.

Could you plz inform me the process of application to a school from India?Is study visa is required to get admission in a school in South Africa? If yes what is the process of application for study visa?

Thanks in advanced.

It would be best to contact the schools directly to enquire about this. Most, if not all, schools in Joburg have websites and you should be able to find their contact details there. Are you moving to Joburg as part of a company relocation? If so, the company should also be able to assist you in your visa applications. The Department of Home Affairs website may also be helpful for visa info.

Hi Paramita. There is a large Indian community in and around the suburbs of Emmarentia & Greenside in Johannesburg. Have a look at Emmarentia Primary School (011-486-1023) and Greenside Primary School (011-486-6009). Public schools (not Cambridge curriculum schools) do take learners in the middle of the year as long as they have space. To give you an idea of public school fees per child per year - it can be anything from R15000 to R25000. If you attend a private school this can go as high as R250,000 per year. If you arrive in the middle of the year your fees will be pro-rata or per term. It is best to contact the schools directly as they all differ slightly in terms of admissions and fees etc. Take a look at https://www.international-schools-database.com/. It might help you to identify schools. Good luck!