Overview
Lephola is a public secondary school (Grades 8–12) located in Lasvegas, Welkom, Free State, South Africa. It currently enrols 1,562 learners and is staffed by 54 educators (a learner-to-educator ratio of approximately 29:1), and is officially classified as a no-fee school under Q3. It falls within the Lejweleputswa education district and achieved a strong 2025 NSC matric pass rate of 82.9% (262 of 316 candidates).
Lephola Secondary School Matric Performance
Lephola's NSC pass rate has improved over the past 3 years, from 77.4% in 2023 to 82.9% in 2025 (316 candidates writing in 2025).
| Year | Wrote | Achieved | Pass rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 316 | 262 | 82.9% |
| 2024 | 260 | 235 | 90.4% |
| 2023 | 212 | 164 | 77.4% |
Source: 2025 NSC School Performance Report (DBE). Centre: LEPHOLA CSS (3182020).
Subject pass rates
Lephola offered 10 subjects at NSC level in 2025, achieving an overall subject pass rate of 82.8%. English (FAL) performed strongest at 100.0%, while Mathematics was the weakest at 27.1%. 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 | 155 | 42 |
27.1%
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| Mathematical Literacy | 170 | 147 |
86.5%
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| Physical Sciences | 75 | 53 |
70.7%
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| Life Sciences | 144 | 125 |
86.8%
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| English (FAL) | 324 | 324 |
100.0%
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| Accounting | 53 | 50 |
94.3%
|
| Business Studies | 130 | 122 |
93.8%
|
| Economics | 54 | 37 |
68.5%
|
| Geography | 266 | 236 |
88.7%
|
| History | 121 | 99 |
81.8%
|
Benchmark against nearby schools
Compared with 15 other secondary schools in Welkom.
Lephola Secondary School's 2025 pass rate is 3.9 percentage points below the average for comparable schools in the area.
School fees
Lephola 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 Lephola for 2027?
Lephola is a no-fee public secondary school (Grades 8–12) in Lasvegas, Lasvegas, Free State, so parents pay no tuition fees for 2027. All 1,562 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 Lephola a no-fee school?
Lephola is classified no-fee under Q3 and forms part of the state-funded schools serving Lasvegas, Lasvegas, Free State. Parents pay no tuition fees.
What is the quintile of Lephola and what does it mean for fees?
As a Q3 public secondary school (Grades 8–12) in the Lejweleputswa district, Lephola is funded entirely by the state under the no-fee policy applied to Quintiles 1 through 3.
How to apply
Applications to Lephola for Grade 8 (and other grade transfers) are submitted directly at the Lephola school office in the Lejweleputswa education district. Below is the step-by-step process specific to Free State.
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Confirm availability with Lephola
Contact Lephola 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 8218 Nkoane Road, Lasvegas, Lasvegas, Welkom, 9460 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 Lephola during the school's published admission window.
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Pay any required deposits or fees
Lephola 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 Lephola. If declined, you may appeal at the Lejweleputswa 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 Lephola for the next school year?
Lephola 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 Lejweleputswa district.
What documents do I need to apply at Lephola?
When applying to Lephola, 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 Lephola depending on the grade; confirm via the school office.