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Cresslawn Primary School

Public primary school · Kempton Park, Gauteng · Ekurhuleni North district (1 circuit)

In Kempton Park, Cresslawn Primary School operates as a public primary school. Around 989 learners are enrolled here.

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On this page, you will find the key facts about Cresslawn Primary School: where it is, how to apply, what it costs and how its matric results have performed.

Cresslawn Primary School is a public primary school serving families in and around Kempton Park. The school falls under quintile Q5 and charges school fees.

989
Learners
38
Educators
QQ5 · R1,500-R8,000/yr est.
Funding status
Public
Sector
Fees and funding

Fee-charging school

As a fee-charging quintile Q5 school, Cresslawn Primary School sets school fees to supplement its state funding, with schools in this quintile typically charging an estimated R1,500 to R8,000 a year. Prospective parents should contact Cresslawn Primary School for its exact current amount.

District comparison

Ekurhuleni North district

Here is how Cresslawn Primary School compares with 5 other schools listed under Ekurhuleni North district.

  • Ikusasa Comprehensive School is noticeably bigger, teaching 2,593 learners against Cresslawn Primary School's 989; is a public secondary school, a different phase than Cresslawn Primary School; charges fees under quintile Q3; and posted a 93.1% matric pass rate at Grade 12 level, a comparison point Cresslawn Primary School doesn't have since it has no matric data of its own.
  • Winnie Mandela Secondary School is noticeably bigger, teaching 2,591 learners against Cresslawn Primary School's 989; is a public secondary school, a different phase than Cresslawn Primary School; charges fees under quintile Q1; and posted a 76.4% matric pass rate at Grade 12 level, a comparison point Cresslawn Primary School doesn't have since it has no matric data of its own.
  • Unity Secondary School is noticeably bigger, teaching 2,575 learners against Cresslawn Primary School's 989; is a public secondary school, a different phase than Cresslawn Primary School; charges fees under quintile Q5; and posted a 82.3% matric pass rate at Grade 12 level, a comparison point Cresslawn Primary School doesn't have since it has no matric data of its own.
  • Masisebenze Comprehensive School teaches considerably more learners than Cresslawn Primary School, 2,531 compared with 989; is a public secondary school, a different phase than Cresslawn Primary School; and charges fees under quintile Q4.
  • Lesiba Secondary School teaches considerably more learners than Cresslawn Primary School, 2,515 compared with 989; is a public secondary school, a different phase than Cresslawn Primary School; charges fees under quintile Q5; and posted a 97.5% matric pass rate at Grade 12 level, a comparison point Cresslawn Primary School doesn't have since it has no matric data of its own.

Kempton Park

Zooming into Kempton Park, here are 5 other schools to compare against Cresslawn Primary School.

  • Ikusasa Comprehensive School is noticeably bigger, teaching 2,593 learners against Cresslawn Primary School's 989; is a public secondary school, a different phase than Cresslawn Primary School; charges fees under quintile Q3; and posted a 93.1% matric pass rate at Grade 12 level, a comparison point Cresslawn Primary School doesn't have since it has no matric data of its own.
  • Winnie Mandela Secondary School is noticeably bigger, teaching 2,591 learners against Cresslawn Primary School's 989; is a public secondary school, a different phase than Cresslawn Primary School; charges fees under quintile Q1; and posted a 76.4% matric pass rate at Grade 12 level, a comparison point Cresslawn Primary School doesn't have since it has no matric data of its own.
  • Jiyana Secondary School is noticeably bigger, teaching 2,334 learners against Cresslawn Primary School's 989; is a public secondary school, a different phase than Cresslawn Primary School; charges fees under quintile Q4; and posted a 99.6% matric pass rate at Grade 12 level, a comparison point Cresslawn Primary School doesn't have since it has no matric data of its own.
  • Masiqhakaze Secondary School teaches considerably more learners than Cresslawn Primary School, 2,319 compared with 989; is a public secondary school, a different phase than Cresslawn Primary School; and charges fees under quintile Q4.
  • Boitumelong Secondary School teaches considerably more learners than Cresslawn Primary School, 2,254 compared with 989; is a public secondary school, a different phase than Cresslawn Primary School; charges fees under quintile Q4; and posted a 74.6% matric pass rate at Grade 12 level, a comparison point Cresslawn Primary School doesn't have since it has no matric data of its own.
Admissions

How to apply

  1. Reach out to the school using the contact details below to check 2027 application windows, since these can shift from year to year.
  2. Gather the required documents ahead of time, including the learner's birth certificate, immunisation records, latest report, and proof of address.
  3. Submit the application through the school's own process, in person or online if the school offers that option.
  4. Provincial placement processes govern Grade 1 intake for the 2027 academic year, so allow time between applying and receiving confirmation.
Provincial admissions

Applying to Cresslawn Primary School for 2027

Because Cresslawn Primary School is a public school in Gauteng, 2027 admissions are handled through the province's online admissions system rather than the school itself. Apply via the Gauteng Online Admissions System; the 2027 window for Grade 1 and Grade 8 ran from 5 August to 4 September 2026. Watch the video below for a walkthrough, or read the full Gauteng School Application Process Guide for full details.

Gauteng Department of Education: how to apply through the online admissions system.

Get in touch

Contact and location

Address
37, Rigger Road, Cresslawn, , Kempton Park
Postal
9372 Edleen 1625
Telephone
011 970 3433
Website
cresslawn.sapplive.co.za
Email
700260083@gdeschools.gov.za
EMIS number
700260083

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Frequently asked questions
Are applications open at Cresslawn Primary School?
Application windows are set by the school and the provincial education department rather than on one fixed national calendar, so the surest way to know is to ask Cresslawn Primary School directly, on 011 970 3433, what its current 2027 intake dates are.
How do you apply to Cresslawn Primary School?
Reach out to the school using the contact details below to check 2027 application windows, since these can shift from year to year. Gather the required documents ahead of time, including the learner's birth certificate, immunisation records, latest report, and proof of address. Submit the application through the school's own process, in person or online if the school offers that option. Provincial placement processes govern Grade 1 intake for the 2027 academic year, so allow time between applying and receiving confirmation.
Is Cresslawn Primary School the best school in Kempton Park?
No matric pass rate is on record for Cresslawn Primary School to compare with other schools nearby; like other schools nearby, its funding quintile and fee status are published above instead.
How many other schools are there in Kempton Park besides Cresslawn Primary School?
Schoolhive lists at least 10 other schools in and around Kempton Park, including Ikusasa Comprehensive School.
How big are the classes at Cresslawn Primary School?
Cresslawn Primary School reported 989 learners and 38 educators, a school-wide ratio of roughly 26 learners per educator. That's a whole-school average rather than a per-class figure, since actual class sizes vary by grade and subject.
Do you pay school fees at Cresslawn Primary School?
Yes, Cresslawn Primary School is a fee-charging school, with schools in its quintile typically charging an estimated R1,500 to R8,000 a year, though contact the school directly to confirm its exact current fee.
Is Cresslawn Primary School a public or private school?
Cresslawn Primary School is a public primary school. It falls under the government schooling system and receives state funding.
How can I contact Cresslawn Primary School?
You can call 011 970 3433. It is located at 37, Rigger Road, Cresslawn, , Kempton Park.
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