Primary Public No Fee Q2

Lemotso Primary School

New Stands, Welkom, Free State

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Learners (2025)
1,433
Educators (2025)
40
Learner : Educator
35.8:1
2025 NSC Pass Rate
N/A
About this school

Overview

Lemotso is a public primary school (Grades R–7) located in New Stands, Welkom, Free State, South Africa. It currently enrols 1,433 learners and is staffed by 40 educators (a learner-to-educator ratio of approximately 36:1), and is officially classified as a no-fee school under Q2. It falls within the Lejweleputswa education district.

EMIS
444712125
Phase
Primary
Sector
Public
Quintile
Q2
Learners (2025)
1,433
Province
Free State
How it compares

Benchmark against nearby schools

Compared with 35 other primary schools in Welkom.

Learner:educator ratio (lower is more staffed)
35.8:1
vs 29.3:1 area average
Ranks 32nd of 36
Fees & funding

School fees

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

Lemotso 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 Lemotso for 2027?

Lemotso is a no-fee public primary school (Grades R–7) in New Stands, New Stands, Free State, so parents pay no tuition fees for 2027. All 1,433 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 Lemotso a no-fee school?

Lemotso is classified no-fee under Q2 and forms part of the state-funded schools serving New Stands, New Stands, Free State. Parents pay no tuition fees.

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

Classified as Q2 by the Department of Basic Education, Lemotso falls within the no-fee category, meaning the 1,433 learners attending here in New Stands, New Stands, Free State pay no school fees.

Admissions

How to apply

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

  1. 1
    Confirm availability with Lemotso

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

  2. 2
    Start the application

    Collect the official application form from 25992 Joe Slovo Road, NEW STANDS, NEW STANDS, 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 Lemotso during the school's published admission window.

  4. 4
    Pay any required deposits or fees

    Lemotso 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 Lemotso. 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 Lemotso for the next school year?

Lemotso 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 Lemotso?

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

Get in touch

Contact & location

Address
25992 Joe Slovo Road, NEW STANDS, NEW STANDS, WELKOM, 9460
Postal address
Po Box 2454, Thabong, 9460
Administrative reference details
NatEMIS number
444712125
Circuit
1
Ward
12.0
Local municipality
Matjhabeng
District municipality
Matjhabeng
Section 21 status
Yes
Exam centre
No
Status
Open
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