Gauteng Education Department's Placement Offers Update
by Schools4SA
Gauteng Education Placement Offers Update: Over 148,000 Accepted
Key Items
- Over 293,000 placement offers issued.
- 148,744 offers accepted so far.
- Parents can log online for updates and options on offers.
The Gauteng Education Department has reported significant progress in its school placement process for Grade 1 and Grade 8 learners, with over 293,000 offers made to parents. So far, approximately 148,744 of these offers have been accepted, highlighting a healthy acceptance rate among parents. MEC for Education, Matome Chiloane, emphasised that the placement process is ongoing, with offers being sent in batches throughout the year. Parents are advised to log onto the online admissions portal within seven days of receiving an offer to either accept it or keep their options open for further offers. The department reassures concerned parents that if they have not received immediate SMS notifications, they can check their application status online. Chiloane also addressed concerns from parents regarding application statuses changing during the review process, explaining this is part of a thorough document verification procedure. The criteria for placement prioritise home addresses, sibling attendance, and proximity to schools. Parents have the right to object to placement offers within a week of receiving them, and these objections will be handled promptly. Overall, the department remains committed to ensuring all learners are fairly placed in schools.
The Gauteng Education Department has issued over 293 000 Grade 1 and 8 placement offers, with ongoing processes continuing throughout the year.
Main Takeaways
- Placement process remains ongoing until all students are placed.
- Parents are encouraged to check their statuses online without panic.
- Objections to offers can be submitted if parents are unsatisfied.
Reference:
https://www.citizen.co.za/rekord/news-headlines/2024/09/19/almost-150-000-placement-offers-already-accepted/
