Primary Public No Fee Q2

Mokgwabong Primary School

Thabong, Welkom, Free State

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Learners (2025)
1,088
Educators (2025)
31
Learner : Educator
35.1:1
2025 NSC Pass Rate
N/A
About this school

Overview

Mokgwabong is a public primary school (Grades R–7) located in Thabong, Welkom, Free State, South Africa. It currently enrols 1,088 learners and is staffed by 31 educators (a learner-to-educator ratio of approximately 35:1), and is officially classified as a no-fee school under Q2. It falls within the Lejweleputswa education district.

EMIS
440704025
Phase
Primary
Sector
Public
Quintile
Q2
Learners (2025)
1,088
Province
Free State
How it compares

Benchmark against nearby schools

Compared with 4 other primary schools in Thabong.

Learner:educator ratio (lower is more staffed)
35.1:1
vs 33.1:1 area average
Ranks 3rd of 5
Fees & funding

School fees

Status
No-Fee School
Indicative 2027 fee
R0 per year (no-fee school)

Mokgwabong charges no tuition fees. Plan instead for uniforms, stationery, transport and outings.

Public primary school (Grades R–7); fees regulated by the SA Schools Act.

Fee questions

How much are school fees at Mokgwabong for 2027?

Mokgwabong is a no-fee public primary school (Grades R–7) in Thabong, Thabong, Free State, so parents pay no tuition fees for 2027. All 1,088 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 Mokgwabong a no-fee school?

Mokgwabong is classified no-fee under Q2 and forms part of the state-funded schools serving Thabong, Thabong, Free State. Parents pay no tuition fees.

What is the quintile of Mokgwabong and what does it mean for fees?

Classified as Q2 by the Department of Basic Education, Mokgwabong falls within the no-fee category, meaning the 1,088 learners attending here in Thabong, Thabong, Free State pay no school fees.

Admissions

How to apply

Applications to Mokgwabong for Grade R or Grade 1 (and other grade transfers) are submitted directly at the Mokgwabong school office in the Lejweleputswa education district. Below is the step-by-step process specific to Free State.

  1. 1
    Confirm availability with Mokgwabong

    Contact Mokgwabong directly to confirm whether places are available for the year you're applying.

  2. 2
    Start the application

    Collect the official application form from 14114 James Moroka Street, Thabong, Thabong, Welkom, 9463 or download it from the Free State Department of Education website.

  3. 3
    Submit your documents

    Submit the completed form and certified copies of all supporting documents to Mokgwabong during the school's published admission window.

  4. 4
    Pay any required deposits or fees

    Mokgwabong is a no-fee school (Q2), so no tuition is payable. Budget for uniforms and stationery.

  5. 5
    Confirm placement and enrol

    Wait for confirmation from Mokgwabong. If declined, you may appeal at the Lejweleputswa district office under the Free State Department of Education.

Documents typically required
  • 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)
  • Road-to-Health booklet (Grade R / Grade 1 entry)

Admissions questions

How do I apply to Mokgwabong for the next school year?

Mokgwabong 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 Mokgwabong?

When applying to Mokgwabong, 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 Mokgwabong depending on the grade; confirm via the school office.

Get in touch

Contact & location

Address
14114 James Moroka Street, Thabong, Thabong, Welkom, 9463
Postal address
Po Box 40029, Thabong, 9463
Administrative reference details
NatEMIS number
440704025
Circuit
1
Ward
25.0
Local municipality
Matjhabeng
District municipality
Matjhabeng
Section 21 status
Yes
Exam centre
No
Status
Open
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