Curro Bloemfontein Preschool | Groenvlei

Welcome to Curro Bloemfontein Preschool: Where Bright Futures Begin!

Are you searching for a nurturing and stimulating environment where your child can truly thrive? At Curro Bloemfontein, we are dedicated to providing a high-quality early childhood development programme for children aged 3 to 5 years, right here in the heart of Bloemfontein.

As a proud member of the esteemed Curro school group, our preschool is designed to ignite an inherent curiosity and foster a lifelong love for learning through the power of play. We believe in supporting your child’s holistic well-being – ensuring they are cared for, entertained, and inspired every single day.

Discover a comprehensive overview of our exceptional offerings on our detailed fact sheet.

Our Play-Based Learning Philosophy: Nurturing Natural Curiosity

At Curro Bloemfontein, we understand that children learn best by actively discovering the world around them. Our innovative play-based approach ensures that every lesson is an adventure, embedding knowledge and skills much faster and more efficiently than traditional, forced learning environments.

We champion an early childhood development philosophy that supports your child’s physical, social, emotional, and cognitive growth. Rather than focusing on rigid milestones, our programme is built around joyful exploration and discovery. This means children feel genuinely supported and encouraged, free from anxiety or pressure to conform to someone else’s pace.

From the moment they join us, children embark on a journey of sensory exploration and foundational learning:

• Early Explorers (Babies): Little hands and minds delve into the wonders of touch and taste, playing with squishy pasta, jelly, and other texture-rich objects that spark their senses.
• Young Discoverers (Toddlers): Through playful interactions with building blocks, balls, and manipulating objects, our young toddlers naturally grasp the basics of mathematics.
• Creative Thinkers (Older Toddlers): Older children begin to unlock the fundamentals of writing and reading comprehension through engaging activities like drawing, painting, singing, and exploring objects centered around exciting themes.

Key Development Areas Flourishing Through Play

Our dynamic play-based curriculum is carefully designed to foster growth across crucial developmental domains:

• Mathematics: Exploring shapes, sizes, time, counting, adding, and subtracting.
• Communication: Developing speech, active listening, early reading skills, and comprehensive understanding.
• Creativity: Encouraging drawing, painting, the correct pencil grip, and expressive movement through dance.
• Physical Well-being: Enhancing balance, coordination, movement, and an understanding of safety.
• Identity and Belonging: Cultivating personality, morals, caring, building friendships, and the joy of sharing.

Curious to learn more about our educational framework? Visit this page on our website to discover how our Early Learning Development Areas (ELDAs) work together to provide a truly high-quality preschool programme.

Unleashing Imagination with Loose-Parts Play

We firmly believe that developing curiosity and imagination in early childhood is paramount for cultivating strong problem-solving skills and critical thinking later in life. That’s why our exceptional preschool programme embraces the magic of loose-parts and multi-purpose playthings, rather than single-purpose toys that limit imaginative exploration.

Through loose-parts play, our children are empowered to use their natural curiosity to explore previously undiscovered fascinations such as stacking, rolling, sliding, fitting, colours, textures, and so much more. This open-ended approach sparks innovation and independent thought.

Explore all the exciting facets of our curriculum on our comprehensive fact sheet.

Individualized Attention in Small, Nurturing Classes

Every child deserves abundant attention and nurturing care. That’s why our classes are thoughtfully divided by age, and we rigorously control the number of children in each class. Depending on the age group and class size, our dedicated teachers are supported by one or more assistants, ensuring an optimal teacher-to-child ratio.

By maintaining a limited number of children per class, our educators can provide the individualized care and focused attention each child needs to flourish, feel loved, and build confidence.

Seamless Transitions and Exclusive Curro Benefits

As part of the wider Curro school group, children attending our preschool enjoy a unique advantage: preferential consideration when applying to any other Curro school. Should your family relocate to Bloemfontein from another area of the country, we are here to ensure a smooth and swift transition into our school community.

A Dynamic Daily Programme & Enriching Extramural Activities

Our daily programme is thoughtfully packed with a diverse array of physical and cognitive activities, where children playfully learn and grow. Beyond our core curriculum, we also offer a selection of additional, optional extramural activities, providing exciting opportunities to strengthen focused areas or hone specific skills.

These enriching extramural activities are offered by trusted external tutors or coaches at an additional cost and conveniently take place right on our school premises. As a leading preschool in Bloemfontein, these activities are carefully chosen to align with the diverse interests of our families, ensuring your child can explore and excel in areas they genuinely enjoy. There's truly something to pique every child's interest!

See the exciting range of activities we offer on our fact sheet.

Join the Curro Bloemfontein Family!

At Curro Bloemfontein, we are deeply committed to providing children in our community with access to a high-quality, fun-filled education that sets the stage for a lifetime of success. We invite you to explore the rest of our website to discover everything we have to offer. We are confident your child will absolutely love being part of our warm and vibrant family!

Welcome to Curro Bloemfontein Preschool!

At Curro Bloemfontein, we believe in laying a strong foundation for lifelong learning. Our exceptional preschool programme in Bloemfontein is specifically designed for children aged 3 to 5 years, offering high-quality early childhood development that nurtures every aspect of your child's growth. As a proud member of the esteemed Curro school group, we are dedicated to fostering inherent curiosity, igniting a love for play, and ensuring your child’s holistic well-being in a stimulating and supportive environment.

A Nurturing Environment for Every Child

We understand the importance of personalized attention during these crucial developmental years. Our classes are thoughtfully divided by age, and we maintain carefully controlled class sizes. Each dedicated teacher is supported by one or more assistants, ensuring that every child receives the individualized care and focused attention essential for them to thrive and optimally benefit from our engaging preschool programme.

Dynamic Learning Spaces Designed for Discovery

We believe that the environment itself is a powerful teacher. Our preschool classrooms are meticulously designed to be vibrant, interactive spaces that encourage maximum room for play, movement, and exploration. With rich visual and tactile stimulation, children are constantly engaged in early childhood development, whether they're actively participating in structured activities or simply enjoying a quiet moment with friends.

For those days when outdoor play isn't possible, our dedicated indoor play area provides a fantastic alternative, ensuring continuous physical and imaginative engagement regardless of the weather.

Our expansive outdoor play area is a haven for physical activity and adventure. Featuring synthetic grass to minimize allergic reactions, it's a safe and stimulating space where children can run, climb, and jump to their heart's content. We ensure children enjoy outdoor play on moderate weather days, with diligent safety measures, including sun protection, always in place to safeguard against excessive cold or sunburn.

Extended Care: Peace of Mind for Working Parents

We understand the demands on working parents, which is why we offer a comprehensive aftercare service extending late into the afternoon. This ensures your child remains in a safe, stimulating, and supervised environment beyond regular school hours. Available at an additional cost (details on our fees letter), our aftercare programme includes:

• Supervision in secure classrooms and engaging playgrounds.
• A nutritious afternoon snack.
• Limited homework support to ease evening routines.
• Continuous care during school holidays at no extra cost, providing seamless support throughout the year.

For preschool children not enrolled in our daily aftercare programme, we also offer an optional, exciting holiday club during regular school breaks. Available at an additional cost, this club provides a fantastic opportunity for continued fun and learning when the preschool is closed.

Safety and Well-being: Our Foremost Priority

At Curro Bloemfontein, we celebrate the boundless energy of childhood! We encourage children to run, play, climb, and explore with enthusiasm. While we embrace active play, we also prioritize your child's safety and well-being above all else. Our dedicated teachers are professionally trained in first aid, ready to provide immediate and compassionate care for any minor bumps or scrapes that may occur during their adventurous day.

In adherence to national regulations, please note our strict medication policy: teachers are prohibited from dispensing any medicine, including over-the-counter or herbal remedies, without a valid prescription signed by a medical doctor. Should your child require medication during school hours, our designated first-aid officers will administer it in class only upon presentation of a valid, current prescription.

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We invite you to explore the full spectrum of enriching experiences awaiting your child at Curro Bloemfontein Preschool. For a detailed overview of our offerings, please refer to our comprehensive fact sheet.