Overview
Atlehang is a public secondary school (Grades 8–12) located in Rocklands, Bloemfontein, Free State, South Africa. It currently enrols 1,461 learners and is staffed by 41 educators (a learner-to-educator ratio of approximately 36:1), and is officially classified as a no-fee school under Q3. It falls within the Motheo education district and achieved an excellent 2025 NSC matric pass rate of 90.4% (207 of 229 candidates).
Atlehang Secondary School Matric Performance
Since 2023, Atlehang has improved, moving from a 74.5% pass rate to 90.4% in 2025, the most recent year, 229 learners sat the exam.
| Year | Wrote | Achieved | Pass rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 229 | 207 | 90.4% |
| 2024 | 166 | 141 | 84.9% |
| 2023 | 251 | 187 | 74.5% |
Source: 2025 NSC School Performance Report (DBE). Centre: ATLEHANG SS (3171003).
Subject pass rates
Atlehang offered 10 subjects at NSC level in 2025, achieving an overall subject pass rate of 87.3%. English (FAL) performed strongest at 100.0%, while Mathematics was the weakest at 35.0%. 1 subject recorded a 100% pass rate (English (FAL)). 1 subject fell below a 60% pass rate (Mathematics).
| Subject | Wrote | Achieved | 2025 pass rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mathematics | 40 | 14 |
35.0%
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| Mathematical Literacy | 189 | 151 |
79.9%
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| Physical Sciences | 33 | 29 |
87.9%
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| Life Sciences | 42 | 41 |
97.6%
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| English (FAL) | 229 | 229 |
100.0%
|
| Accounting | 35 | 24 |
68.6%
|
| Business Studies | 94 | 85 |
90.4%
|
| Economics | 41 | 33 |
80.5%
|
| Geography | 85 | 84 |
98.8%
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| History | 93 | 79 |
84.9%
|
Benchmark against nearby schools
Compared with 3 other secondary schools in Rocklands.
Atlehang Secondary School's 2025 pass rate is 6.0 percentage points above the average for comparable schools in the area.
School fees
Atlehang charges no tuition fees. Plan instead for uniforms, stationery, transport and outings.
Public secondary school (Grades 8–12); fees regulated by the SA Schools Act.
Fee questions
How much are school fees at Atlehang for 2027?
Tuition at Atlehang for the 2027 academic year is R0; the school is officially classified as no-fee (Q3) by the Department of Basic Education in the Motheo district. Parents may still need to cover uniform and stationery costs; contact the school office for specifics.
Is Atlehang a no-fee school?
Yes, Atlehang is officially a no-fee school (Q3), recognised as such by the Department of Basic Education in the Motheo district. No tuition is charged to any of its 1,461 learners.
What is the quintile of Atlehang and what does it mean for fees?
Classified as Q3 by the Department of Basic Education, Atlehang falls within the no-fee category, meaning the 1,461 learners attending here in Rocklands, Rocklands, Free State pay no school fees.
How to apply
To enrol your child at Atlehang, families in Free State apply directly at the Atlehang school office. The exact Grade 8 (and other grade transfers) process in the Motheo education district is summarised below.
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Confirm availability with Atlehang
Contact Atlehang directly to confirm whether places are available for the year you're applying.
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Start the application
Collect the official application form from 4449 Ramailane Street, Rocklands, Rocklands, Bloemfontein, 9323 or download it from the Free State Department of Education website.
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Submit your documents
Submit the completed form and certified copies of all supporting documents to Atlehang during the school's published admission window.
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Pay any required deposits or fees
Atlehang is a no-fee school (Q3), so no tuition is payable. Budget for uniforms and stationery.
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Confirm placement and enrol
Wait for confirmation from Atlehang. If declined, you may appeal at the Motheo district office under the Free State Department of Education.
- Certified copy of the learner's birth certificate or ID
- Certified copies of both parents'/guardians' South African IDs (or passport/permit for non-citizens)
- Proof of residence (utility bill not older than 3 months)
- Latest school report
- Immunisation card / clinic card (especially for Grade R / Grade 1)
- Most recent end-of-year report from the previous school
- Transfer letter from the previous school (for Grade 8+ transfers)
Admissions questions
How do I apply to Atlehang for the next school year?
To apply to Atlehang for the next academic year, collect and submit the application form directly at Atlehang. Free State applications are submitted directly to the school during the announced admission period. For confirmation of available places, contact Atlehang via the school office.
What documents do I need to apply at Atlehang?
Atlehang requires the following documents for admission: • Certified copy of the learner's birth certificate or ID • Certified copies of both parents'/guardians' South African IDs (or passport/permit for non-citizens) • Proof of residence (utility bill not older than 3 months) • Latest school report • Immunisation card / clinic card (especially for Grade R / Grade 1) Contact Atlehang (the school office) for any school-specific requirements.