Schools
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GDE urges parents to finalise 2026 school applications before 9 September
SchoolsOver 800 000 online applications were received for 2026 school placements, but thousands remain incomplete.
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Jeppe High School for Girls honours Rob Aitchison for outstanding contributions
SchoolsThe school celebrated Rob Aitchison’s dedication and vision with a commemorative bench and plaque recognising his impact on infrastructure, STEM,…
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Vryburger High welcomes first female principal
SchoolsA warm welcome to Vryburger High School’s new principal Stephanie Diedericks.
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Last chance to apply for 2026 Gauteng school placements
SchoolsThere are decentralised walk-in centres where parents can be assisted to make applications from 08:00 to 16:00.
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Family seeks answers in Grade 3 learner’s death at school in Alberton
Local newsEight-year-old Larona Musa Mapheelle died after being struck by an unsecured football goalpost during break; the Gauteng Department of Education…
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Smiley Kids Albemarle brightens Mandela Day at Siyabonga Children’s Home
Local newsThis year, Smiley Kids Albemarle continued its annual Mandela Day tradition by donating to Siyabonga Children’s Home, bringing joy, smiles,…
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Education Department targets school safety in mining areas
SchoolsThe department gas launched safety and anti-corruption measures to protect learners and improve school infrastructure.
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Gauteng online school admissions surpass 600k
SchoolsOver 600k grades one and eight applications have been submitted for 2026 through Gauteng’s online admissions system.
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Over 600k applications received for Gauteng Grade 1 and 8 placements in 2026
Local newsGauteng Education MEC Matome Chiloane confirms record admissions within two weeks of system launch; parents urged to apply before August…
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VIDEO: Kathorus principal temporarily removed after learner assaulted by fellow pupils
Local newsGauteng education confirms Thuto-Lesedi Secondary School principal was transferred to the district office pending investigation, as four learners are suspended…
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Teen hospitalised after alleged bullying attack at Vosloorus school
Local newsA grade 8 learner is in ICU with serious injuries after a reported assault by fellow learners at Thuto-Lesedi Secondary;…
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Gauteng 2026 online admissions for Grade 1 and 8 open
Local newsParents must register new profiles and apply online between July 24 and August 29 for public school placements in Gauteng.
