Overview
Laerskool Putfontein is a public primary school (Grades R–7) located in Putfontein, Benoni, Gauteng, South Africa. It currently enrols 1,202 learners and is staffed by 45 educators (a learner-to-educator ratio of approximately 27:1), operating as a fee-charging school (Q4). It falls within the Ekurhuleni North education district.
Benchmark against nearby schools
Compared with 68 other primary schools in Benoni.
School fees
Q4 fees in Gauteng typically fall within this band; Laerskool Putfontein's exact 2027 fee is set by the SGB.
Public primary school (Grades R–7); fees regulated by the SA Schools Act.
Fee questions
How much are school fees at Laerskool Putfontein for 2027?
Laerskool Putfontein is a fee-charging public school in the Ekurhuleni North district. Indicative 2027 fees: R1,500 – R8,000 per year (typical range). Exact fees are confirmed by the School Governing Body before the school year begins. To get the official 2027 fee schedule, phone 011 969 6195.
Is Laerskool Putfontein a no-fee school?
Laerskool Putfontein does charge school fees as a Q4 school. The amount is reviewed and approved annually by the School Governing Body.
What is the quintile of Laerskool Putfontein and what does it mean for fees?
Laerskool Putfontein sits in Quintile 4, the second-highest funding band. Q4 schools serve moderately-resourced communities and are permitted to charge SGB-approved school fees alongside their state subsidy.
How to apply
To enrol your child at Laerskool Putfontein, families in Gauteng apply via the GDE Online Admissions online system, with confirmation handled by Laerskool Putfontein. The exact Grade R or Grade 1 (and other grade transfers) process in the Ekurhuleni North education district is summarised below.
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Confirm availability with Laerskool Putfontein
Call 011 969 6195 to confirm whether Laerskool Putfontein 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 Laerskool Putfontein 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
If accepted, Laerskool Putfontein (an SGB-funded school) may require a registration deposit. The exact amount is confirmed by the school.
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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 Laerskool Putfontein.
- 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 Laerskool Putfontein for the next school year?
Laerskool Putfontein processes applications online via the GDE Online Admissions. GDE Online Admissions for Grade 1 and Grade 8 typically opens around July of the preceding year. Reach the school directly via phone 011 969 6195 to confirm openings in the Ekurhuleni North district.
What documents do I need to apply at Laerskool Putfontein?
When applying to Laerskool Putfontein, you'll typically need: • 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) Additional items may be requested by Laerskool Putfontein depending on the grade; confirm via phone 011 969 6195.