MARY'S
LITTLE LAMBS
EDUCARE

About Us

Our ECD centre has been established for the residents and the working community of Pinelands We have established a state of the art learning environment for ages 2 to 5 years that encourages learning through play whilst embracing the use of technology to provide access to learning material as well as to introduce learners to technology.

Child Care and Learning

• Professional, Qualified & Experienced
  Teaching & Support Staff
• Low Child To Adult Ratio
• Full Day & Half Day Programmes
  
• Afterschool Care For Grade 1 To 5
  
• Holiday Care Programme
• Grow Learning Programme
  (that feeds into the SA Caps Programme)
• On Site Extra Mural Activities
  Including Dance & Swimming (Based on Demand from Parents)

Facilities:

• Brand New Play Park & Learning Equipment
• Web Enabled Plasma Screens In Each Classroom
  
• Use Of Tablets for Early Introduction To Technology
• On-site heated pool for swimming lessons
• Fun & Safe Biking Area, Trampoline
• Large Play Grounds

Safety

• Secure Premises, Multizoned Alarms & Cameras
• Health & Safety Certificate, Approved by The City Of Cape Town
  
• Fire Safety Certificate, Approved by The City Of Cape Town

Convenience

• Open From 7:30am to 5:30pm
• Drop-off & Pick-up service for after care and ECD learner
  (Pinelands only)
• Fully Halaal Nutritious Meals
  (specific dietary needs catered for)
  
• Venue hire for special occasions
  (Saturdays, Public Holidays)
• Nursing assistance
  e.g. vaccinations

Quality and Standards

We apply the national early learning and development standards (NELD). The NELD is a curriculum-related policy initiative focusing primarily on the early learning needs of learners, ensuring that children learn in an integrated way.

The desired results for learners stemming from the NELD include:

• How to think critically, solve problems and form concepts.
• Learners become more aware, develop positive self image and learn to manage their own behaviour.
• Learners demonstrate growing awareness of diversity and the need to respect and care for others.
• Learners learn to communicate effectively and use language confidently.
• Learning about mathematical concepts.
• Learners begin to demonstrate physical and motor abilities and an understanding of a healthy lifestyle.

About Mariam Kriel

Mariam is the founder of Mary’s Little Lambs. I am a mother of 3 little lambs with a passion for kids and creating a fun and nurturing environment for early childhood and development.

Our Daily Programme

07:30 · Teachers arrive
07:45 · Gate opens for children - Free play.
08:00 · Breakfast
08:30 · Toilet routine / Morning ring
09:15 · Fine motor activitiess
09:35 · Creative arts activities
10:00 · Pack-away time
10:15 · Snack time
10:40 · Toilet routine
10:50 · Outside play
11:15 · Music and movement
11:45 · Story time
12:00 · Option 1 half day dismissal
12:15 · Lunch time
12:30 · Option 2 half day dismissal
12:45 · Toilet routine / Nap time
14:00 · Wake up / Toilet routine
14:15 · Afternoon snack
14:30 · Outdoor play
15:30 · Clean up, get ready for home
16:00 · Free play Indoors
16:45 · Pack away time
17:00 · Story time
17:30 · Dismissal

Aftercare Programme

14:30 · Arrive from school, snack and change clothing
15:00 · Start on homework
16:00 · Free time / play
17:30 · Pick-up

Extramural Weekly Programme

Tues · Dance lesson.
Thur · Swimming lesson