Overview
Lefikeng is a public secondary school (Grades 8–12) located in Botshabelo, Free State, South Africa. It currently enrols 1,735 learners and is staffed by 59 educators (a learner-to-educator ratio of approximately 29:1), and is officially classified as a no-fee school under Q2. It falls within the Motheo education district and achieved a strong 2025 NSC matric pass rate of 84.1% (111 of 132 candidates).
Lefikeng Secondary School Matric Performance
Lefikeng's NSC pass rate has declined over the past 3 years, from 87.5% in 2023 to 84.1% in 2025 (132 candidates writing in 2025).
| Year | Wrote | Achieved | Pass rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 132 | 111 | 84.1% |
| 2024 | 279 | 226 | 81.0% |
| 2023 | 311 | 272 | 87.5% |
Source: 2025 NSC School Performance Report (DBE). Centre: LEFIKENG SS (3172010).
Subject pass rates
Lefikeng offered 10 subjects at NSC level in 2025, achieving an overall subject pass rate of 85.6%. English (FAL) performed strongest at 100.0%, while Mathematics was the weakest at 66.0%. 1 subject recorded a 100% pass rate (English (FAL)).
| Subject | Wrote | Achieved | 2025 pass rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mathematics | 50 | 33 |
66.0%
|
| Mathematical Literacy | 84 | 63 |
75.0%
|
| Physical Sciences | 50 | 37 |
74.0%
|
| Life Sciences | 56 | 52 |
92.9%
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| English (FAL) | 134 | 134 |
100.0%
|
| Accounting | 43 | 42 |
97.7%
|
| Business Studies | 40 | 38 |
95.0%
|
| Economics | 40 | 27 |
67.5%
|
| Geography | 71 | 56 |
78.9%
|
| History | 41 | 39 |
95.1%
|
Benchmark against nearby schools
Compared with 14 other secondary schools in Botshabelo.
Lefikeng Secondary School's 2025 pass rate is 6.1 percentage points below the average for comparable schools in the area.
School fees
Lefikeng 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 Lefikeng for 2027?
Lefikeng is a no-fee public secondary school (Grades 8–12) in Botshabelo, Free State, so parents pay no tuition fees for 2027. All 1,735 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 Lefikeng a no-fee school?
Lefikeng is classified no-fee under Q2 and forms part of the state-funded schools serving Botshabelo, Free State. Parents pay no tuition fees.
What is the quintile of Lefikeng and what does it mean for fees?
As a Q2 public secondary school (Grades 8–12) in the Motheo district, Lefikeng is funded entirely by the state under the no-fee policy applied to Quintiles 1 through 3.
How to apply
To enrol your child at Lefikeng, families in Free State apply directly at the Lefikeng 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 Lefikeng
Contact Lefikeng 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 1190 U Section, , , 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 Lefikeng during the school's published admission window.
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Pay any required deposits or fees
Lefikeng is a no-fee school (Q2), so no tuition is payable. Budget for uniforms and stationery.
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Confirm placement and enrol
Wait for confirmation from Lefikeng. 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 Lefikeng for the next school year?
Lefikeng 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 Lefikeng?
When applying to Lefikeng, 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 Lefikeng depending on the grade; confirm via the school office.