Estimated School Fees and 2026 Admission Process for Fourways High School
Planning for high school costs is something every parent must take seriously, especially when considering a popular public school like Fourways High School. This page gives you a clear guide on the estimated school fees for 2025 and 2026, based on past figures, and also outlines how admissions for Grade 8 in 2026 will work under the Gauteng Department of Education (GDE) regulations.
Fourways High School Fees Guide Estimated Fees for 2025 and 2026
In 2021, the school charged:
- R45,485 for Grade 8 learners
- R43,038 for Grades 9 to 12 learners
Public schools like Fourways High usually apply a 6% to 8% increase annually. Using an average increase of 7%, the projected fees would look like this:
2025 (Estimated):
- Grade 8: ± R59,300
- Grades 9–12: ± R56,100
2026 (Estimated):
- Grade 8: ± R63,400
- Grades 9–12: ± R60,000
These are only estimates. Final figures are confirmed at the school’s Annual General Meeting (AGM), usually held in October.
Payment Options
Fourways High School typically allows parents to choose between two options:
- Full annual payment on or before 31 January
- Ten equal monthly instalments from January to October, payable no later than the 7th of each month
If the same structure is followed for 2026, then based on the estimates:
- Grade 8 monthly payment: R6,340
- Grade 9–12 monthly payment: R6,000
A non-refundable deposit of R5,000 is usually required for new learners. This is deducted from the total annual fee.
Legal and Financial Obligations
Fourways High School operates as a fee-paying public school, and school fees are classified as a statutory debt under the South African Schools Act. They are not covered by the National Credit Act, which means they are legally enforceable.
If a parent misses a monthly instalment, the school has the right to demand that the full annual fee be paid immediately, as per past fee agreements.
Parents facing financial hardship may apply for fee exemption, but this is only available to qualifying South African citizens who submit a full application before the deadline (usually 31 January). It does not apply to sponsored learners or foreign nationals.
Grade 8 Applications for 2026
Applications for Grade 8 in 2026 at Fourways High School will be managed online through the Gauteng Department of Education (GDE) admissions portal. Applications open on 24 July 2025 at:
https://www.gdeadmissions.gov.za
The school does not handle direct applications. All placements are done through the GDE system.
Admission Priorities (As per GDE Admissions Regulation, 2019):
- Learners whose home address is closest to the school within the feeder zone
- Learners with a sibling currently attending the school
- Parents working within the school’s feeder zone
- Learners living within a 30 km radius
- Learners living beyond 30 km
Documents Required After Online Application
Parents have 7 days after submitting their online application to upload or submit certified copies of the following documents.
For South African Citizens:
- Learner’s birth certificate
- Parent or guardian ID or passport
- Proof of home address (COJ/Eskom account if you own, lease agreement if you rent)
- Grade 7 school report
- Proof of guardianship, if the child lives with a guardian
For Non-South African Citizens:
- Learner’s passport or relevant permit (e.g. Study, Refugee, Asylum, Work)
- Parent’s work permit, if applicable
- Proof of address (as above)
- Grade 7 school report
- Proof of guardianship, if applicable
Important: All documents must be valid and certified. Applications without complete documentation may be considered invalid.
For updates, check the GDE admissions website:
https://www.gdeadmissions.gov.za
If you are planning ahead for your child’s high school education at Fourways High, start preparing now — both financially and administratively. Being ready early can make all the difference.