Bronagh Hammond

By Ragheema Mclean The Western Cape Education Department (WCED) has begun placing learners for the 2025 academic year, but many parents are voicing frustration over delays, particularly regarding Grade R placements. Speaking on VOC Breakfast, WCED spokesperson Bronagh Hammond said that school placements Grade R are currently underway. She explained that Grade 1 and Grade 8 applications, which were submitted in March and April, have been under review for several […]

By Ragheema Mclean The Western Cape Education Department (WCED) has announced the opening of applications for Grade R and school transfers for the 2025 academic year. The application window will run from 1 August to 18 August 2024. Parents and guardians can submit Grade R applications online and transfer applications for Grades 2 to 7 and Grades 9 to 12. Speaking on VOC Breakfast, WCED spokesperson Bronagh Hammond said there […]

By Ragheema Mclean The Western Cape Education Department (WCED) is reminding parents that online applications for Grade 1 and Grade 8 learners for the 2025 school year are still open but will close next week Friday, 12 April. WCED spokesperson Bronagh Hammond has highlighted the importance of enrolling children before the deadline, noting that around 41,000 learners who are currently in Grade 7 have not yet applied. Hammond noted, “It’s […]