Overview
Bastion Primary School is a public primary school (Grades R–7) located in Protea Heights, City of Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa. It currently enrols 1,790 learners and is staffed by 71 educators (a learner-to-educator ratio of approximately 25:1), operating as a fee-charging school (Q5). It falls within the Metro East education district.
Benchmark against nearby schools
Compared with 300 other primary schools in City of Cape Town.
School fees
Q5 fees vary widely. Confirm Bastion Primary School's 2027 fee schedule directly with the school office.
Public primary school (Grades R–7); fees regulated by the SA Schools Act.
Fee questions
How much are school fees at Bastion Primary School for 2027?
Bastion Primary School is a fee-charging public school in the Metro East district. Indicative 2027 fees: R8,000 – R45,000+ 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 021 981 1882.
Is Bastion Primary School a no-fee school?
Bastion Primary School does charge school fees as a Q5 school. The amount is reviewed and approved annually by the School Governing Body.
What is the quintile of Bastion Primary School and what does it mean for fees?
Bastion Primary School is a Quintile 5 school (the top funding band), typically associated with the highest fees among public schools. Located in Protea Heights, Protea Hoogte, Western Cape in the Metro East district, the SGB sets the fee schedule annually based on facilities, staffing and programmes offered.
How to apply
Applications to Bastion Primary School for Grade R or Grade 1 (and other grade transfers) are submitted via the WCED Online Admissions online system, with confirmation handled by Bastion Primary School in the Metro East education district. Below is the step-by-step process specific to Western Cape.
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Confirm availability with Bastion Primary School
Call 021 981 1882 to confirm whether Bastion Primary School has open places for the year you're applying.
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Start the application
Register on the WCED Online Admissions portal when applications open and select Bastion Primary School as a preferred school.
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Submit your documents
Upload all required documents to the WCED 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, Bastion Primary School (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 WCED Online Admissions dashboard for the placement outcome. If accepted, complete on-site registration at Bastion 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 Bastion Primary School for the next school year?
Bastion Primary School processes applications online via the WCED Online Admissions. WCED Online Admissions for Grade 1 and Grade 8 typically opens in March/April of the preceding year. Reach the school directly via phone 021 981 1882 to confirm openings in the Metro East district.
What documents do I need to apply at Bastion Primary School?
When applying to Bastion Primary School, 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 Bastion Primary School depending on the grade; confirm via phone 021 981 1882.