Realising Dreams through Excellence in Arts and Academics
Admissions
Online applications and live audition requirements for admission to the National School of the Arts.
About The NSA
A unique secondary school serving the advancement of creatively gifted learners from across South Africa.
2024 Term Dates:
Term 1: 17 Jan – 20 Mar
Term 2: 3 Apr – 14 Jun
Term 3: 9 Jul – 20 Sep
Term 4: 1 Oct – 11 Dec
Shop@Artschool Opens 8 January 2024
Operating hours until 29 Feb 2024:
Mon – Fri: 08h00 – 15h00
Sat: 08h00 – 13h00
School of Specialisation in Performing and Creative Arts
The National School of Arts (NSA) in Johannesburg, has for over 50 years, been serving the advancement of artistically gifted learners from across South Africa.
The NSA is recognised as a pioneer in the field of specialised education. The curriculum ensures that Learners can excel artistically and academically, which is reflected in the consistently good academic results and the achievements of the NSA alumni.
The National School of the Arts is a Gauteng Department of Education (GDE)
SCHOOL OF SPECIALISATION IN PERFORMING & CREATIVE ARTS
that follows the CAPS curriculum.
NSA learners are known to excel. Academically. Creatively.
Entry Requirements
Talent and a good academic report are the criteria for admission to the NSA. Prospective learners must pass an audition in either Art, Dance, Drama, or Music to secure a place.
Day Scholars & Boarders
Situated on the crest of the Braamfontein Ridge in a precinct known for education, arts, and culture, and a short walk from the main transport hubs and WITS University, the school attracts day scholars from the greater Johannesburg area and boarders from across the county and SADC region.
An on-site hostel offers single-room accommodation in separate buildings for boys and girls.
Arts Education
Learners receive nine hours of specialised arts tuition a week in their chosen subject.
About Us
- Academics
- Art Department
- Dance Department
- Drama Department
- Music Department
Admissions
Admission to the National School of the Arts is via online application and live audition.
Upcoming Events
Auditions for Admission in 2025
Auditions for Admission in 2025
NSA online applications for the 2025 intake are open Once the GDE online registration opens for 2025 Grade 8 admission – all prospective Grade 8 learners MUST register online. All
Auditions for Admission in 2025
Auditions for Admission in 2025
NSA online applications for the 2025 intake are open Once the GDE online registration opens for 2025 Grade 8 admission – all prospective Grade 8 learners MUST register online. All
school hours
Monday - Friday
07h30 - 14h30
Address
17 Hoofd Street
Braamfontein
Johannesburg
Phone
011 339 6539