Overview
Leseding is a public secondary school (Grades 8–12) located in Welkom, Free State, South Africa. It currently enrols 1,109 learners and is staffed by 50 educators (a learner-to-educator ratio of approximately 22:1), and is officially classified as a no-fee school under Q3. It falls within the Lejweleputswa education district and achieved an excellent 2025 NSC matric pass rate of 91.2% (114 of 125 candidates).
Leseding Secondary School Matric Performance
Leseding's NSC pass rate has improved over the past 3 years, from 80.5% in 2023 to 91.2% in 2025 (125 candidates writing in 2025).
| Year | Wrote | Achieved | Pass rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 125 | 114 | 91.2% |
| 2024 | 144 | 117 | 81.3% |
| 2023 | 185 | 149 | 80.5% |
Source: 2025 NSC School Performance Report (DBE). Centre: LESEDING TS (3182021).
Subject pass rates
Leseding offered 3 subjects at NSC level in 2025, achieving an overall subject pass rate of 92.6%. English (FAL) performed strongest at 100.0%, while Mathematics was the weakest at 81.4%. 1 subject recorded a 100% pass rate (English (FAL)).
| Subject | Wrote | Achieved | 2025 pass rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mathematics | 59 | 48 |
81.4%
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| Physical Sciences | 59 | 52 |
88.1%
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| English (FAL) | 126 | 126 |
100.0%
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Benchmark against nearby schools
Compared with 15 other secondary schools in Welkom.
Leseding Secondary School's 2025 pass rate is 4.9 percentage points above the average for comparable schools in the area.
School fees
Leseding 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 Leseding for 2027?
Leseding is a no-fee public secondary school (Grades 8–12) in Welkom, Free State, so parents pay no tuition fees for 2027. All 1,109 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 Leseding a no-fee school?
Leseding is classified no-fee under Q3 and forms part of the state-funded schools serving Welkom, Free State. Parents pay no tuition fees.
What is the quintile of Leseding and what does it mean for fees?
Classified as Q3 by the Department of Basic Education, Leseding falls within the no-fee category, meaning the 1,109 learners attending here in Welkom, Free State pay no school fees.
How to apply
To enrol your child at Leseding, families in Free State apply directly at the Leseding school office. The exact Grade 8 (and other grade transfers) process in the Lejweleputswa education district is summarised below.
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Confirm availability with Leseding
Contact Leseding 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 10976 Constantia Road Extension, , , 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 Leseding during the school's published admission window.
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Pay any required deposits or fees
Leseding 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 Leseding. 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 Leseding for the next school year?
Leseding 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 Leseding?
When applying to Leseding, 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 Leseding depending on the grade; confirm via the school office.