Overview
Khotso Taole is a public secondary school (Grades 8–12) located in Botshabelo, Free State, South Africa. It currently enrols 1,288 learners and is staffed by 40 educators (a learner-to-educator ratio of approximately 32:1), and is officially classified as a no-fee school under Q3. It falls within the Motheo education district.
Benchmark against nearby schools
Compared with 14 other secondary schools in Botshabelo.
School fees
Khotso Taole 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 Khotso Taole for 2027?
Khotso Taole is a no-fee public secondary school (Grades 8–12) in Botshabelo, Free State, so parents pay no tuition fees for 2027. All 1,288 enrolled learners attend at no charge. Budget instead for uniforms, stationery, transport and excursions. For voluntary contributions or admission fees, contact the school office.
Is Khotso Taole a no-fee school?
Khotso Taole is classified no-fee under Q3 and forms part of the state-funded schools serving Botshabelo, Free State. Parents pay no tuition fees.
What is the quintile of Khotso Taole and what does it mean for fees?
Khotso Taole is a Q3 school, the lowest of three quintile bands designated as "no-fee" under the SA Schools Act. Serving the Botshabelo, Free State community in the Motheo district, it receives full state funding and parents are not charged tuition.
How to apply
Khotso Taole accepts applications directly at the Khotso Taole school office in the Motheo education district. The steps and documents required for Grade 8 (and other grade transfers) are detailed below.
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Confirm availability with Khotso Taole
Contact Khotso Taole 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 Botshabelo, , , Botshabelo, 9781 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 Khotso Taole during the school's published admission window.
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Pay any required deposits or fees
Khotso Taole 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 Khotso Taole. 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 Khotso Taole for the next school year?
Khotso Taole processes applications at the school office. Free State applications are submitted directly to the school during the announced admission period. Reach the school directly via the school office to confirm openings in the Motheo district.
What documents do I need to apply at Khotso Taole?
When applying to Khotso Taole, you'll typically need: • 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) Additional items may be requested by Khotso Taole depending on the grade; confirm via the school office.