Overview
Mpatleng is a public secondary school (Grades 8–12) located in Botshabelo, Botshabelo, Free State, South Africa. It currently enrols 1,387 learners and is staffed by 42 educators (a learner-to-educator ratio of approximately 33:1), 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 82.3% (135 of 164 candidates).
Mpatleng Secondary School Matric Performance
Mpatleng's NSC pass rate has declined over the past 3 years, from 96.1% in 2023 to 82.3% in 2025 (164 candidates writing in 2025).
| Year | Wrote | Achieved | Pass rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 164 | 135 | 82.3% |
| 2024 | 184 | 149 | 81.0% |
| 2023 | 155 | 149 | 96.1% |
Source: 2025 NSC School Performance Report (DBE). Centre: MPATLENG SS (3172015).
Subject pass rates
Mpatleng offered 6 subjects at NSC level in 2025, achieving an overall subject pass rate of 81.8%. English (FAL) performed strongest at 100.0%, while Economics was the weakest at 55.2%. 1 subject recorded a 100% pass rate (English (FAL)). 2 subjects fell below a 60% pass rate (Accounting, Economics).
| Subject | Wrote | Achieved | 2025 pass rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mathematics | 41 | 34 |
82.9%
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| Mathematical Literacy | 123 | 112 |
91.1%
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| English (FAL) | 165 | 165 |
100.0%
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| Accounting | 54 | 31 |
57.4%
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| Business Studies | 165 | 150 |
90.9%
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| Economics | 165 | 91 |
55.2%
|
Benchmark against nearby schools
Compared with 6 other secondary schools in Botshabelo.
Mpatleng Secondary School's 2025 pass rate is 10.4 percentage points below the average for comparable schools in the area.
School fees
Mpatleng 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 Mpatleng for 2027?
Mpatleng is a no-fee public secondary school (Grades 8–12) in Botshabelo, Botshabelo, Free State, so parents pay no tuition fees for 2027. All 1,387 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 Mpatleng a no-fee school?
Mpatleng is classified no-fee under Q2 and forms part of the state-funded schools serving Botshabelo, Botshabelo, Free State. Parents pay no tuition fees.
What is the quintile of Mpatleng and what does it mean for fees?
As a Q2 public secondary school (Grades 8–12) in the Motheo district, Mpatleng 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 Mpatleng, families in Free State apply directly at the Mpatleng 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 Mpatleng
Contact Mpatleng 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 3010 Section T, Botshabelo, Botshabelo, 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 Mpatleng during the school's published admission window.
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Pay any required deposits or fees
Mpatleng 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 Mpatleng. 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 Mpatleng for the next school year?
Mpatleng 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 Mpatleng?
When applying to Mpatleng, 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 Mpatleng depending on the grade; confirm via the school office.