Primary Public No Fee Q1

Kearabetswe Primary School

Phiritona, Heilbron, Free State

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Learners (2025)
1,136
Educators (2025)
32
Learner : Educator
35.5:1
2025 NSC Pass Rate
N/A
About this school

Overview

Kearabetswe is a public primary school (Grades R–7) located in Phiritona, Heilbron, Free State, South Africa. It currently enrols 1,136 learners and is staffed by 32 educators (a learner-to-educator ratio of approximately 36:1), and is officially classified as a no-fee school under Q1. It falls within the Fezile Dabi education district.

EMIS
441811155
Phase
Primary
Sector
Public
Quintile
Q1
Learners (2025)
1,136
Province
Free State
How it compares

Benchmark against nearby schools

Compared with 3 other primary schools in Phiritona.

Learner:educator ratio (lower is more staffed)
35.5:1
vs 34.2:1 area average
Ranks 3rd of 4
Fees & funding

School fees

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

Kearabetswe 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 Kearabetswe for 2027?

Kearabetswe is a no-fee public primary school (Grades R–7) in Phiritona, Phiritona, Free State, so parents pay no tuition fees for 2027. All 1,136 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 Kearabetswe a no-fee school?

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

What is the quintile of Kearabetswe and what does it mean for fees?

Classified as Q1 by the Department of Basic Education, Kearabetswe falls within the no-fee category, meaning the 1,136 learners attending here in Phiritona, Phiritona, Free State pay no school fees.

Admissions

How to apply

To enrol your child at Kearabetswe, families in Free State apply directly at the Kearabetswe school office. The exact Grade R or Grade 1 (and other grade transfers) process in the Fezile Dabi education district is summarised below.

  1. 1
    Confirm availability with Kearabetswe

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

  2. 2
    Start the application

    Collect the official application form from 2240 Lennon Street, Phiritona, Phiritona, Heilbron, 9650 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 Kearabetswe during the school's published admission window.

  4. 4
    Pay any required deposits or fees

    Kearabetswe 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 Kearabetswe. If declined, you may appeal at the Fezile Dabi 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 Kearabetswe for the next school year?

Kearabetswe 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 Fezile Dabi district.

What documents do I need to apply at Kearabetswe?

When applying to Kearabetswe, 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 Kearabetswe depending on the grade; confirm via the school office.

Get in touch

Contact & location

Address
2240 Lennon Street, Phiritona, Phiritona, Heilbron, 9650
Postal address
Po Box 847, Phiritona, 9650
Administrative reference details
NatEMIS number
441811155
Circuit
2
Ward
4.0
Local municipality
Ngwathe
District municipality
Ngwathe
Section 21 status
Yes
Exam centre
No
Status
Open
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