Overview
Kopanong is a public secondary school (Grades 8–12) located in Turflaagte, Bloemfontein, Free State, South Africa. It currently enrols 1,746 learners and is staffed by 55 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 and achieved an excellent 2025 NSC matric pass rate of 98.6% (218 of 221 candidates).
Kopanong Secondary School Matric Performance
Kopanong's NSC pass rate has remained fairly steady over the past 3 years, from 96.1% in 2023 to 98.6% in 2025 (221 candidates writing in 2025).
| Year | Wrote | Achieved | Pass rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 221 | 218 | 98.6% |
| 2024 | 230 | 225 | 97.8% |
| 2023 | 205 | 197 | 96.1% |
Source: 2025 NSC School Performance Report (DBE). Centre: KOPANONG SENIOR SECONDARY (3171110).
Subject pass rates
Kopanong offered 8 subjects at NSC level in 2025, achieving an overall subject pass rate of 88.5%. English (FAL) performed strongest at 100.0%, while Accounting was the weakest at 52.2%. 1 subject recorded a 100% pass rate (English (FAL)). 1 subject fell below a 60% pass rate (Accounting).
| Subject | Wrote | Achieved | 2025 pass rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mathematics | 63 | 48 |
76.2%
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| Mathematical Literacy | 158 | 144 |
91.1%
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| Physical Sciences | 49 | 42 |
85.7%
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| Life Sciences | 101 | 88 |
87.1%
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| English (FAL) | 221 | 221 |
100.0%
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| Accounting | 90 | 47 |
52.2%
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| Business Studies | 120 | 118 |
98.3%
|
| Geography | 131 | 118 |
90.1%
|
Benchmark against nearby schools
Compared with 34 other secondary schools in Bloemfontein.
Kopanong Secondary School's 2025 pass rate is 4.8 percentage points above the average for comparable schools in the area.
School fees
Kopanong 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 Kopanong for 2027?
Kopanong is a no-fee public secondary school (Grades 8–12) in Turflaagte, Turflaagte, Free State, so parents pay no tuition fees for 2027. All 1,746 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 Kopanong a no-fee school?
Kopanong is classified no-fee under Q3 and forms part of the state-funded schools serving Turflaagte, Turflaagte, Free State. Parents pay no tuition fees.
What is the quintile of Kopanong and what does it mean for fees?
As a Q3 public secondary school (Grades 8–12) in the Motheo district, Kopanong is funded entirely by the state under the no-fee policy applied to Quintiles 1 through 3.
How to apply
Kopanong accepts applications directly at the Kopanong 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 Kopanong
Contact Kopanong 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 33039, Turflaagte, Turflaagte, 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 Kopanong during the school's published admission window.
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Pay any required deposits or fees
Kopanong 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 Kopanong. 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 Kopanong for the next school year?
Kopanong 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 Kopanong?
When applying to Kopanong, 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 Kopanong depending on the grade; confirm via the school office.