Primary Public No Fee Q1

Thari Ya Tshepe Primary School

Botshabelo, Free State

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Learners (2025)
1,225
Educators (2025)
38
Learner : Educator
32.2:1
2025 NSC Pass Rate
N/A
About this school

Overview

Thari Ya Tshepe is a public primary school (Grades R–7) located in Botshabelo, Free State, South Africa. It currently enrols 1,225 learners and is staffed by 38 educators (a learner-to-educator ratio of approximately 32:1), and is officially classified as a no-fee school under Q1. It falls within the Motheo education district.

EMIS
440602062
Phase
Primary
Sector
Public
Quintile
Q1
Learners (2025)
1,225
Province
Free State
How it compares

Benchmark against nearby schools

Compared with 43 other primary schools in Botshabelo.

Learner:educator ratio (lower is more staffed)
32.2:1
vs 30.5:1 area average
Ranks 25th of 44
Fees & funding

School fees

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

Thari Ya Tshepe 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 Thari Ya Tshepe for 2027?

Thari Ya Tshepe is a no-fee public primary school (Grades R–7) in Botshabelo, Free State, so parents pay no tuition fees for 2027. All 1,225 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 Thari Ya Tshepe a no-fee school?

Thari Ya Tshepe is classified no-fee under Q1 and forms part of the state-funded schools serving Botshabelo, Free State. Parents pay no tuition fees.

What is the quintile of Thari Ya Tshepe and what does it mean for fees?

Classified as Q1 by the Department of Basic Education, Thari Ya Tshepe falls within the no-fee category, meaning the 1,225 learners attending here in Botshabelo, Free State pay no school fees.

Admissions

How to apply

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

  1. 1
    Confirm availability with Thari Ya Tshepe

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

  2. 2
    Start the application

    Collect the official application form from 1704 Section L, , , Botshabelo, 9781 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 Thari Ya Tshepe during the school's published admission window.

  4. 4
    Pay any required deposits or fees

    Thari Ya Tshepe is a no-fee school (Q1), so no tuition is payable. Budget for uniforms and stationery.

  5. 5
    Confirm placement and enrol

    Wait for confirmation from Thari Ya Tshepe. If declined, you may appeal at the Motheo 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 Thari Ya Tshepe for the next school year?

Thari Ya Tshepe 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 Thari Ya Tshepe?

When applying to Thari Ya Tshepe, 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 Thari Ya Tshepe depending on the grade; confirm via the school office.

Get in touch

Contact & location

Address
1704 Section L, , , Botshabelo, 9781
Postal address
Po Box 5865, , 9781
Administrative reference details
NatEMIS number
440602062
Circuit
7
Ward
35.0
Local municipality
Mangaung
District municipality
Mangaung
Section 21 status
Yes
Exam centre
No
Status
Open
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