Overview
Orion is a public special-needs school located in Doorn, Welkom, Free State, South Africa. It currently enrols 372 learners and is staffed by 35 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 3 other special needs schools in Welkom.
School fees
Fees at Orion are confirmed by the SGB before the academic year begins.
Public special-needs school; fees regulated by the SA Schools Act.
Fee questions
How much are school fees at Orion for 2027?
Orion is a fee-charging public school in the Lejweleputswa district. Indicative 2027 fees: Contact the school for exact fees. Exact fees are confirmed by the School Governing Body before the school year begins. To get the official 2027 fee schedule, contact the school office.
Is Orion a no-fee school?
Orion does charge school fees. The amount is reviewed and approved annually by the School Governing Body.
What is the quintile of Orion and what does it mean for fees?
Quintile classification is not available for Orion. Contact the school for details on its funding category.
How to apply
To enrol your child at Orion, families in Free State apply directly at the Orion school office. The exact the relevant grade process in the Lejweleputswa education district is summarised below.
-
1
Confirm availability with Orion
Contact Orion directly to confirm whether places are available for the year you're applying.
-
2
Start the application
Collect the official application form from Zebra Street 1, Doorn, Doorn, WELKOM, 9460 or download it from the Free State Department of Education website.
-
3
Submit your documents
Submit the completed form and certified copies of all supporting documents to Orion during the school's published admission window.
-
4
Pay any required deposits or fees
If accepted, Orion (an SGB-funded school) may require a registration deposit. The exact amount is confirmed by the school.
-
5
Confirm placement and enrol
Wait for confirmation from Orion. 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)
Admissions questions
How do I apply to Orion for the next school year?
Orion 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 Orion?
When applying to Orion, 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 Orion depending on the grade; confirm via the school office.