Applications are accepted throughout the year, subject to available space.

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Admissions and fees

Everything you need before you apply.

Choose a branch and class, prepare the required documents, and submit your application online or by email.

Applications are considered subject to available space. Submitting an application does not guarantee admission.

Little Hearts learners in school uniform
01
Choose a branch

Apply for 18 Carbis Road or 22 Woodhouse Road.

02
Prepare documents

Have clear PDF, JPG or PNG files ready.

03
Submit the form

The school receives the application by email.

04
Wait for contact

The school reviews the application and replies manually.

Classes and age groups

Apply for the stage that matches your child.

Use these age ranges as a guide. Final placement depends on the school’s assessment and available space.

1–12 months

Baby Class

Care, comfort, routines and early development.

1–2 years

Infant Class

Movement, daily habits, play and growing independence.

2–3 years

Toddler Class

Language, social interaction and active learning.

3–4 years

Grade RRR

Early school readiness through guided activities.

4–5 years

Grade RR

Numbers, letters, shapes, colours and routines.

5–6 years

Grade R

Structured preparation for formal primary learning.

6–7 years

Grade 1

CAPS-aligned reading, writing and mathematics.

7–8 years

Grade 2

Developing fluency, understanding and responsibility.

8–9 years

Grade 3

Strong foundations for progression to higher grades.

How applications work

A clear application process.

Submit the application and supporting documents online. The school reviews them and responds from its official email.

  1. 1
    Complete the application

    Enter the learner, parent or guardian and required application information.

  2. 2
    Attach supporting documents

    Upload the required learner and parent or guardian documents.

  3. 3
    Submit to the school

    The application and attachments are sent to the admissions email.

  4. 4
    School review

    The school checks the application, supporting documents and available space.

  5. 5
    School response

    The school contacts the parent using the details supplied in the form.

Supporting documents

Prepare your files before starting.

The form normally takes about 15 to 20 minutes when the documents are ready. Files must be PDF, JPG or PNG, no more than 5MB each and 15MB combined.

Always required

Learner and guardian documents

  • Learner’s birth certificate
  • Recent learner photo
  • Certified ID of the parent or guardian
  • Proof of address
Where applicable

Additional learner documents

  • Immunisation card
  • Most recent school report
  • Medical aid card
School fees

View the 2026 fee structure.

The fee document contains the 2026 amounts and payment information supplied by the school. Confirm the applicable class and branch before making a payment.

Choose a branch

Two Scottsville locations.

Select the preferred branch inside the application form.

18 Carbis Road branch
Early years branch

18 Carbis Road

Scottsville, Pietermaritzburg, 3201

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22 Woodhouse Road branch
Preschool and primary branch

22 Woodhouse Road

Scottsville, Pietermaritzburg, 3201

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Application questions

Before you submit.

Find answers to common questions about submitting an application.

Does submitting the form guarantee admission?

No. The school reviews the application, supporting documents and available space before making a decision.

Can I apply during the school year?

Yes. Applications may be submitted during the year, subject to available space.

Can I use a printable form?

Yes. Download the printable form, complete it and email it with the supporting documents to admissions@littlehearts.org.za.

How will the school respond?

The school reviews the application and replies manually using its official school email.

What file types can I upload?

The online form accepts genuine PDF, JPG and PNG files. Each file must be no more than 5MB, with a 15MB combined limit.

Ready to apply?

Prepare your documents and start the application.

The school will review the submission and contact you directly.