Overview
Winburg is a public combined school (Grades R–12) located in Winburg, Free State, South Africa. It currently enrols 1,022 learners and is staffed by 32 educators (a learner-to-educator ratio of approximately 32:1), and is officially classified as a no-fee school under Q3. It falls within the Lejweleputswa education district and achieved an excellent 2025 NSC matric pass rate of 93.9% (62 of 66 candidates).
Winburg Combined School Matric Performance
Winburg's NSC pass rate has improved over the past 3 years, from 88.1% in 2023 to 93.9% in 2025 (66 candidates writing in 2025).
| Year | Wrote | Achieved | Pass rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 66 | 62 | 93.9% |
| 2024 | 55 | 55 | 100.0% |
| 2023 | 42 | 37 | 88.1% |
Source: 2025 NSC School Performance Report (DBE). Centre: WINBURG CS (3182061).
Subject pass rates
Winburg offered 8 subjects at NSC level in 2025, achieving an overall subject pass rate of 90.4%. English (FAL) performed strongest at 100.0%, while Mathematics was the weakest at 55.6%. 1 subject recorded a 100% pass rate (English (FAL)). 1 subject fell below a 60% pass rate (Mathematics).
| Subject | Wrote | Achieved | 2025 pass rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mathematics | 9 | 5 |
55.6%
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| Mathematical Literacy | 63 | 59 |
93.7%
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| Physical Sciences | 8 | 6 |
75.0%
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| Life Sciences | 46 | 42 |
91.3%
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| English (FAL) | 72 | 72 |
100.0%
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| Accounting | 17 | 12 |
70.6%
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| Business Studies | 64 | 54 |
84.4%
|
| Geography | 55 | 52 |
94.5%
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Benchmark against nearby schools
Compared with 82 other combined schools in Lejweleputswa.
Winburg Combined School's 2025 pass rate is 7.0 percentage points above the average for comparable schools in the area.
School fees
Winburg charges no tuition fees. Plan instead for uniforms, stationery, transport and outings.
Public combined school (Grades R–12); fees regulated by the SA Schools Act.
Fee questions
How much are school fees at Winburg for 2027?
Winburg is a no-fee public combined school (Grades R–12) in Winburg, Free State, so parents pay no tuition fees for 2027. All 1,022 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 Winburg a no-fee school?
Winburg is classified no-fee under Q3 and forms part of the state-funded schools serving Winburg, Free State. Parents pay no tuition fees.
What is the quintile of Winburg and what does it mean for fees?
As a Q3 public combined school (Grades R–12) in the Lejweleputswa district, Winburg is funded entirely by the state under the no-fee policy applied to Quintiles 1 through 3.
How to apply
To enrol your child at Winburg, families in Free State apply directly at the Winburg school office. The exact Grade R, Grade 1 or Grade 8 process in the Lejweleputswa education district is summarised below.
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Confirm availability with Winburg
Contact Winburg directly to confirm whether places are available for the year you're applying.
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Start the application
Collect the official application form from Pieter van de Werkenstraat, , , Winburg, 9420 or download it from the Free State Department of Education website.
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Submit your documents
Submit the completed form and certified copies of all supporting documents to Winburg during the school's published admission window.
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Pay any required deposits or fees
Winburg is a no-fee school (Q3), so no tuition is payable. Budget for uniforms and stationery.
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Confirm placement and enrol
Wait for confirmation from Winburg. 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)
- Most recent end-of-year report from the previous school
- Transfer letter from the previous school (for Grade 8+ transfers)
Admissions questions
How do I apply to Winburg for the next school year?
Winburg 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 Winburg?
When applying to Winburg, 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 Winburg depending on the grade; confirm via the school office.