Admissions
Begin your child's journey
A clear, personal admissions process — from first enquiry to first day of term.
How to Apply
Your application timeline
Six clear steps from first enquiry to the first day of term — with our admissions office beside you at each one.
- 1
Any time of year
Enquire
Complete the enquiry form below or call the admissions office to discuss your child's needs, our programme and available places.
- 2
By appointment
Visit the campus
Book a guided tour to meet staff, walk the grounds and see the boarding houses your child would call home.
- 3
Two terms before entry
Submit an application
Download the application form, complete it in full and return it with the required supporting documents.
- 4
Within 3 weeks of applying
Assessment & interview
Learners write a placement assessment in English and Mathematics and meet with the principal together with their parents.
- 5
Within 10 working days
Offer & acceptance
Successful applicants receive a written offer. A signed acceptance and deposit secure the place.
- 6
Before the first term
Enrolment & orientation
Finalise boarding arrangements, uniform and fees, then join our orientation programme for new learners.
Application Form
Download the official Cefups Academy registration form (6-page PDF), complete it in block letters and return it to admin@cefups.co.za with the documents listed below.
- Section A — Learner registration details
- Section B — Parent / guardian particulars
- Section C — Payment of fees
- Hostel dwellers' particulars
- Medical treatment consent
- Declaration and undertaking
Documents to attach
- Certified copy of the learner's birth certificate or passport
- Certified copies of parent / guardian ID documents
- The most recent school report
- Transfer card from the previous school
- Immunisation record
- Proof of residential address
Talk to Admissions
Our admissions office is open Monday to Friday, 08:00–16:00. We are happy to arrange a campus tour or answer questions about boarding, subjects and support.
Request Fee StructureFee Structure 2026
Boarding fees for the 2026 academic year
Two payment options are available. All figures are inclusive of boarding, meals and academic support.
Application fee (non-refundable)
R1 000.00
Entrance fee, payable on acceptance each year
R1 500.00
Option 1 — Deposit
| Phase | Registration | Per annum | Per term | Per month |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 7 & 8 | R17 000.00 | R68 800.00 | R17 200.00 | R5 180.00 |
| Grade 9 | R17 000.00 | R69 300.00 | R17 325.00 | R5 230.00 |
| Grade 10 | R17 000.00 | R70 500.00 | R17 625.00 | R5 350.00 |
| Grade 11 | R17 000.00 | R71 500.00 | R17 875.00 | R5 450.00 |
| Grade 12 | R17 000.00 | R76 000.00 | R19 000.00 | R5 900.00 |
Option 2 — Monthly
| Phase | Registration | Per annum | Per term | Per month |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 7 & 8 | R6 880.00 | R68 800.00 | R17 200.00 | R6 880.00 |
| Grade 9 | R6 930.00 | R69 300.00 | R17 325.00 | R6 930.00 |
| Grade 10 | R7 050.00 | R70 500.00 | R17 625.00 | R7 050.00 |
| Grade 11 | R7 150.00 | R71 500.00 | R17 875.00 | R7 150.00 |
| Grade 12 | R7 600.00 | R76 000.00 | R19 000.00 | R7 600.00 |
Other fees
- Examination feeR950.00
- Study guidesR950.00
- Matric IEC (Intensive Examination Camp)R2 950.00
- Matric jacketR1 500.00
- FarewellR1 300.00
Payment conditions
- The non-refundable deposit is payable with the application form and is forfeited if the learner is withdrawn after registration.
- Tuition is paid in monthly instalments from January to October, on the first of each month.
- Tuition fees do not cover textbooks, stationery or uniform.
- If a learner is withdrawn before the end of the academic year, the full year's fees remain payable.
- EFT is preferred — email proof of payment to cefupsacademy@gmail.com or admin@cefups.co.za using the learner's name and surname as reference.
Fees are payable at the Nelspruit campus office or by EFT. Banking details appear on the downloadable fee structure.
Fees
Request our fee structure
Tuition and boarding fees are shared directly with prospective families so that we can explain exactly what is included — accommodation, meals, academic support and co-curricular activities. Complete the form and the current schedule will be emailed to you.
“Poor people progress from poverty to prosperity, provided they are prepared to pay the price.”Dr SNL Mkhatshwa
FAQ
Questions families often ask
Enquire
Speak to our admissions office
Complete the form and a member of our team will contact you within two working days.