Overview
Kanana Primary School is a public primary school (Grades R–7) located in Ivory Park, Midrand, Gauteng, South Africa. It currently enrols 3,591 learners and is staffed by 99 educators (a learner-to-educator ratio of approximately 36:1), and is officially classified as a no-fee school under Q2. It falls within the Johannesburg East education district.
Benchmark against nearby schools
Compared with 29 other primary schools in Midrand.
School fees
Kanana Primary School charges no tuition fees. Plan instead for uniforms, stationery, transport and outings.
Public primary school (Grades R–7); fees regulated by the SA Schools Act.
Fee questions
How much are school fees at Kanana Primary School for 2027?
Tuition at Kanana Primary School for the 2027 academic year is R0; the school is officially classified as no-fee (Q2) by the Department of Basic Education in the Johannesburg East district. Parents may still need to cover uniform and stationery costs; phone 011 310 2449 for specifics.
Is Kanana Primary School a no-fee school?
Yes, Kanana Primary School is officially a no-fee school (Q2), recognised as such by the Department of Basic Education in the Johannesburg East district. No tuition is charged to any of its 3,591 learners.
What is the quintile of Kanana Primary School and what does it mean for fees?
Classified as Q2 by the Department of Basic Education, Kanana Primary School falls within the no-fee category, meaning the 3,591 learners attending here in Ivory Park, Kanana, Gauteng pay no school fees.
How to apply
Kanana Primary School accepts applications via the GDE Online Admissions online system, with confirmation handled by Kanana Primary School in the Johannesburg East education district. The steps and documents required for Grade R or Grade 1 (and other grade transfers) are detailed below.
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Confirm availability with Kanana Primary School
Call 011 310 2449 to confirm whether Kanana 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 Kanana 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
Kanana Primary School is a no-fee school (Q2), 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 Kanana 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)
- Road-to-Health booklet (Grade R / Grade 1 entry)
Admissions questions
How do I apply to Kanana Primary School for the next school year?
To apply to Kanana Primary School for the next academic year, register on the GDE Online Admissions portal during the official admission window and select Kanana 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 Kanana Primary School via phone 011 310 2449.
What documents do I need to apply at Kanana Primary School?
Kanana 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 Kanana Primary School (phone 011 310 2449) for any school-specific requirements and to verify what must be uploaded to the GDE Online Admissions.