Primary Public No Fee Q2

Dr Mg Mngoma Primary School

Thabong, Welkom, Free State

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Learners (2025)
1,653
Educators (2025)
49
Learner : Educator
33.7:1
2025 NSC Pass Rate
N/A
About this school

Overview

Dr Mg Mngoma is a public primary school (Grades R–7) located in Thabong, Welkom, Free State, South Africa. It currently enrols 1,653 learners and is staffed by 49 educators (a learner-to-educator ratio of approximately 34:1), and is officially classified as a no-fee school under Q2. It falls within the Lejweleputswa education district.

EMIS
444712109
Phase
Primary
Sector
Public
Quintile
Q2
Learners (2025)
1,653
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)
33.7:1
vs 33.5:1 area average
Ranks 2nd of 5
Fees & funding

School fees

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

Dr Mg Mngoma 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 Dr Mg Mngoma for 2027?

Dr Mg Mngoma is a no-fee public primary school (Grades R–7) in Thabong, Thabong, Free State, so parents pay no tuition fees for 2027. All 1,653 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 Dr Mg Mngoma a no-fee school?

Dr Mg Mngoma 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 Dr Mg Mngoma and what does it mean for fees?

As a Q2 public primary school (Grades R–7) in the Lejweleputswa district, Dr Mg Mngoma is funded entirely by the state under the no-fee policy applied to Quintiles 1 through 3.

Admissions

How to apply

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

  1. 1
    Confirm availability with Dr Mg Mngoma

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

  2. 2
    Start the application

    Collect the official application form from 27140 Dooren Pan, Thabong, Thabong, WELKOM, 9460 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 Dr Mg Mngoma during the school's published admission window.

  4. 4
    Pay any required deposits or fees

    Dr Mg Mngoma 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 Dr Mg Mngoma. 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 Dr Mg Mngoma for the next school year?

Dr Mg Mngoma 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 Dr Mg Mngoma?

When applying to Dr Mg Mngoma, 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 Dr Mg Mngoma depending on the grade; confirm via the school office.

Get in touch

Contact & location

Address
27140 Dooren Pan, Thabong, Thabong, WELKOM, 9460
Postal address
PO BOX 2911, Welkom, 9460
Administrative reference details
NatEMIS number
444712109
Circuit
1
Ward
17.0
Local municipality
Matjhabeng
District municipality
Matjhabeng
Section 21 status
Yes
Exam centre
No
Status
Open
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