Overview
Welkom Islamic is a independent combined school (Grades R–12) located in Jim Fouche Park, Welkom, Free State, South Africa. It currently enrols 167 learners and is staffed by 15 educators (a learner-to-educator ratio of approximately 11:1), operating as a fee-charging school. It falls within the Lejweleputswa education district.
Benchmark against nearby schools
Compared with 22 other combined schools in Welkom.
School fees
Private school fees vary widely. Request the official 2027 fee schedule from Welkom Islamic directly.
Private combined school (Grades R–12); fees set by the school.
Fee questions
How much are school fees at Welkom Islamic for 2027?
For 2027, Welkom Islamic falls within a r20,000 – r250,000+ per year (typical range) band and serves 167 learners in the Lejweleputswa district. The SGB sets the precise fee annually; contact the school office for the published amount.
Is Welkom Islamic a no-fee school?
No, Welkom Islamic is a fee-charging school in the Lejweleputswa district. Annual fees are set by the SGB and apply to all enrolled learners.
What is the quintile of Welkom Islamic and what does it mean for fees?
Welkom Islamic operates as an independent school in Jim Fouche Park, Jim Fouche Park, Free State and is therefore not part of the public-school quintile system. All fees are determined privately by the school.
How to apply
To enrol your child at Welkom Islamic, families in Free State apply directly at the Welkom Islamic school office. The exact Grade R, Grade 1 or Grade 8 process in the Lejweleputswa education district is summarised below.
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Confirm availability with Welkom Islamic
Contact Welkom Islamic 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 5 Protea Street, Jim Fouche Park, Jim Fouche Park, WELKOM, 9459 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 Welkom Islamic during the school's published admission window.
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Pay any required deposits or fees
If accepted, Welkom Islamic (an SGB-funded school) may require a registration deposit. The exact amount is confirmed by the school.
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Confirm placement and enrol
Wait for confirmation from Welkom Islamic. 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 Welkom Islamic for the next school year?
To apply to Welkom Islamic for the next academic year, collect and submit the application form directly at Welkom Islamic. Free State applications are submitted directly to the school during the announced admission period. For confirmation of available places, contact Welkom Islamic via the school office.
What documents do I need to apply at Welkom Islamic?
Welkom Islamic 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 Welkom Islamic (the school office) for any school-specific requirements.