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ADMISSION POLICY

APEX HIGH SCHOOLRef: 2432 OF 1998

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Source domain: apexhigh.co.za

Collected on 6 August 2026

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This document is the official admission policy of Apex High School, a public school in the Western Cape, outlining rules for learner admission and registration. It emphasizes non-discrimination based on race, religion, or economic status, sets a maximum capacity of 1,200 learners (40 per class), and establishes selection criteria prioritizing residents in specific suburbs, language of tuition, and proximity to the school. The policy aligns with national and provincial legislation, including the South African Schools Act and the Western Cape Education Department’s guidelines.

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Admission to Apex High School

Learners can apply for admission to Apex High School, which has a maximum capacity of 1,200 learners across all grades. Admission is based on preference order: residents of designated suburbs, language of tuition, proximity to the school, and finally, first come, first served for remaining spots. No entrance testing is required. Over-age learners up to two years above norm age are eligible.

Who it is for: learners applying to Grade 8 or higher, including over-age learners and those from designated suburbs
How to act on it: Register through the WCED CEMIS system using proof of residence, birth certificate, transfer certificate (if applicable), parent/guardian ID, and completed forms

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Facts

Places

Western Cape

Reference

2432 OF 1998

Key Takeaways

Apex High School
Western Cape
maximum capacity: 1,200 learners
40 learners per class
240 learners per grade
Blueberry Hill, Clairewood, Devon Park Village, Devon Park, Electric City, Forest Village, High Places, Hillcrest Heights, Park Village, Pine Place, Russells Rest, Sillwood Heights, Stratford Green, Tuscany Glen
admission based on preference order
no testing for admission
over-age learners: up to 2 years above norm age
Grade 8 limit: 240 learners
first come, first served for final category
SGB determines policy
WCED CEMIS system for registration
Apex High School
School Governing Body (SGB)
Western Cape Education Department (WCED)
Head of Department (HoD)
Provincial Minister of Education in the Western Cape
South African Schools Act (SASA)
Constitution of South Africa
National Education Policy Act
Admission Policy for Ordinary Public Schools (GG 19377, Notice No. 2432 of 1998)
Western Cape Provincial School Education Act (WCPSEA)
Promotion of Administrative Justice Act
Refugees Act
Immigration Act