Primary Public No Fee Q3

Kopanelang Thuto Primary School

Zamdela, Sasolburg, Free State

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Learners (2025)
1,593
Educators (2025)
49
Learner : Educator
32.5:1
2025 NSC Pass Rate
N/A
About this school

Overview

Kopanelang Thuto is a public primary school (Grades R–7) located in Zamdela, Sasolburg, Free State, South Africa. It currently enrols 1,593 learners and is staffed by 49 educators (a learner-to-educator ratio of approximately 33:1), and is officially classified as a no-fee school under Q3. It falls within the Fezile Dabi education district.

EMIS
445802137
Phase
Primary
Sector
Public
Quintile
Q3
Learners (2025)
1,593
Province
Free State
How it compares

Benchmark against nearby schools

Compared with 4 other primary schools in Zamdela.

Learner:educator ratio (lower is more staffed)
32.5:1
vs 31.6:1 area average
Ranks 4th of 5
Fees & funding

School fees

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

Kopanelang Thuto 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 Kopanelang Thuto for 2027?

Kopanelang Thuto is a no-fee public primary school (Grades R–7) in Zamdela, Zamdela, Free State, so parents pay no tuition fees for 2027. All 1,593 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 Kopanelang Thuto a no-fee school?

Kopanelang Thuto is classified no-fee under Q3 and forms part of the state-funded schools serving Zamdela, Zamdela, Free State. Parents pay no tuition fees.

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

Classified as Q3 by the Department of Basic Education, Kopanelang Thuto falls within the no-fee category, meaning the 1,593 learners attending here in Zamdela, Zamdela, Free State pay no school fees.

Admissions

How to apply

Kopanelang Thuto accepts applications directly at the Kopanelang Thuto school office in the Fezile Dabi education district. The steps and documents required for Grade R or Grade 1 (and other grade transfers) are detailed below.

  1. 1
    Confirm availability with Kopanelang Thuto

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

  2. 2
    Start the application

    Collect the official application form from 17939 Walter Sisulu, Zamdela, Zamdela, Sasolburg, 1947 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 Kopanelang Thuto during the school's published admission window.

  4. 4
    Pay any required deposits or fees

    Kopanelang Thuto is a no-fee school (Q3), so no tuition is payable. Budget for uniforms and stationery.

  5. 5
    Confirm placement and enrol

    Wait for confirmation from Kopanelang Thuto. 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 Kopanelang Thuto for the next school year?

Kopanelang Thuto 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 Kopanelang Thuto?

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

Get in touch

Contact & location

Address
17939 Walter Sisulu, Zamdela, Zamdela, Sasolburg, 1947
Postal address
PO BOX 1605, Sasolburg, 1947
Administrative reference details
NatEMIS number
445802137
Circuit
3
Ward
1.0
Local municipality
Metsimaholo
District municipality
Metsimaholo
Section 21 status
Yes
Exam centre
No
Status
Open
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