Overview
Qibing is a public secondary school (Grades 8–12) located in Qibing, Wepener, Free State, South Africa. It currently enrols 917 learners and is staffed by 31 educators (a learner-to-educator ratio of approximately 30:1), and is officially classified as a no-fee school under Q1. It falls within the Motheo education district and achieved an excellent 2025 NSC matric pass rate of 100.0% (116 of 116 candidates).
Qibing Secondary School Matric Performance
Since 2023, Qibing has improved, moving from a 90.5% pass rate to 100.0% in 2025, the most recent year, 116 learners sat the exam.
| Year | Wrote | Achieved | Pass rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 116 | 116 | 100.0% |
| 2024 | 127 | 126 | 99.2% |
| 2023 | 74 | 67 | 90.5% |
Source: 2025 NSC School Performance Report (DBE). Centre: QIBING SS (3171059).
Subject pass rates
Qibing offered 11 subjects at NSC level in 2025, achieving an overall subject pass rate of 98.9%. Mathematical Literacy performed strongest at 100.0%, while Economics was the weakest at 88.9%. 8 subjects recorded a 100% pass rate.
| Subject | Wrote | Achieved | 2025 pass rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mathematics | 21 | 20 |
95.2%
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| Mathematical Literacy | 95 | 95 |
100.0%
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| Physical Sciences | 16 | 16 |
100.0%
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| Life Sciences | 24 | 24 |
100.0%
|
| English (FAL) | 116 | 116 |
100.0%
|
| Accounting | 18 | 18 |
100.0%
|
| Business Studies | 18 | 18 |
100.0%
|
| Economics | 18 | 16 |
88.9%
|
| Geography | 52 | 52 |
100.0%
|
| History | 66 | 64 |
97.0%
|
| Agricultural Sciences | 32 | 32 |
100.0%
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Benchmark against nearby schools
Compared with 67 other secondary schools in Motheo.
Qibing Secondary School's 2025 pass rate is 7.7 percentage points above the average for comparable schools in the area.
School fees
Qibing 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 Qibing for 2027?
Tuition at Qibing for the 2027 academic year is R0; the school is officially classified as no-fee (Q1) by the Department of Basic Education in the Motheo district. Parents may still need to cover uniform and stationery costs; contact the school office for specifics.
Is Qibing a no-fee school?
Yes, Qibing is officially a no-fee school (Q1), recognised as such by the Department of Basic Education in the Motheo district. No tuition is charged to any of its 917 learners.
What is the quintile of Qibing and what does it mean for fees?
As a Q1 public secondary school (Grades 8–12) in the Motheo district, Qibing is funded entirely by the state under the no-fee policy applied to Quintiles 1 through 3.
How to apply
Qibing accepts applications directly at the Qibing school office in the Motheo education district. The steps and documents required for Grade 8 (and other grade transfers) are detailed below.
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Confirm availability with Qibing
Contact Qibing 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 1633 Fick Street, Qibing, Qibing, Wepener, 9944 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 Qibing during the school's published admission window.
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Pay any required deposits or fees
Qibing is a no-fee school (Q1), so no tuition is payable. Budget for uniforms and stationery.
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Confirm placement and enrol
Wait for confirmation from Qibing. 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 Qibing for the next school year?
To apply to Qibing for the next academic year, collect and submit the application form directly at Qibing. Free State applications are submitted directly to the school during the announced admission period. For confirmation of available places, contact Qibing via the school office.
What documents do I need to apply at Qibing?
Qibing requires the following documents for admission: • 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) Contact Qibing (the school office) for any school-specific requirements.