Overview
Gideon Rambuwani Primary School is a public combined school (Grades R–12) located in Midrand, Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa. It currently enrols 1,963 learners and is staffed by 57 educators (a learner-to-educator ratio of approximately 34:1), 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 40 other combined schools in Midrand.
School fees
Gideon Rambuwani Primary School charges no tuition fees. Plan instead for uniforms, stationery, transport and outings.
Public combined school (Grades R–12); fees regulated by the SA Schools Act.
Fee questions
How much are school fees at Gideon Rambuwani Primary School for 2027?
Tuition at Gideon Rambuwani Primary School for the 2027 academic year is R0; the school is officially classified as no-fee (Q3) by the Department of Basic Education in the Johannesburg East district. Parents may still need to cover uniform and stationery costs; phone 010 223 7137 for specifics.
Is Gideon Rambuwani Primary School a no-fee school?
Yes, Gideon Rambuwani Primary School is officially a no-fee school (Q3), recognised as such by the Department of Basic Education in the Johannesburg East district. No tuition is charged to any of its 1,963 learners.
What is the quintile of Gideon Rambuwani Primary School and what does it mean for fees?
Classified as Q3 by the Department of Basic Education, Gideon Rambuwani Primary School falls within the no-fee category, meaning the 1,963 learners attending here in Midrand, Klipfontein View, Gauteng pay no school fees.
How to apply
Gideon Rambuwani Primary School accepts applications via the GDE Online Admissions online system, with confirmation handled by Gideon Rambuwani Primary School in the Johannesburg East education district. The steps and documents required for Grade R, Grade 1 or Grade 8 are detailed below.
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Confirm availability with Gideon Rambuwani Primary School
Call 010 223 7137 to confirm whether Gideon Rambuwani 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 Gideon Rambuwani 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
Gideon Rambuwani 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 Gideon Rambuwani 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)
- Most recent end-of-year report from the previous school
- Transfer letter from the previous school (for Grade 8+ transfers)
Admissions questions
How do I apply to Gideon Rambuwani Primary School for the next school year?
To apply to Gideon Rambuwani Primary School for the next academic year, register on the GDE Online Admissions portal during the official admission window and select Gideon Rambuwani Primary School as a preferred school. GDE Online Admissions for Grade 1 and Grade 8 typically opens around July of the preceding year. For confirmation of available places, contact Gideon Rambuwani Primary School via phone 010 223 7137.
What documents do I need to apply at Gideon Rambuwani Primary School?
Gideon Rambuwani Primary School requires the following documents for admission: • 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) Contact Gideon Rambuwani Primary School (phone 010 223 7137) for any school-specific requirements and to verify what must be uploaded to the GDE Online Admissions.