Curro Heritage House Preschool | Morningside

Welcome to Curro Heritage House Preschool, Morningside Durban

At Curro Heritage House, we believe in laying a powerful foundation for your child's educational journey. Nestled in the heart of Morningside, Durban, our vibrant preschool offers exceptional early childhood development for children aged 3 months to 5 years. We are dedicated to nurturing each child's potential, fostering a lifelong love for learning, and building a strong, caring community.

A Nurturing Environment for Growth

Our Curro School is designed as a safe, stimulating haven where every child is cared for, respected, and encouraged to thrive.

• Personalised Attention: With intentionally small class sizes, our dedicated and passionate teachers can focus on each child, building strong, trusting relationships and understanding their unique needs. Our age-appropriate groupings ensure tailored activities and focused engagement.
• Inspiring Classrooms: Our thoughtfully designed classrooms are more than just spaces; they are vibrant hubs of discovery. Equipped to spark educational curiosity, they invite children to explore, experiment, and learn through play.
• Dynamic Playgrounds: Beyond the classroom, our sparkling playgrounds feature engaging structures that inspire physical development. Children are encouraged to run, climb, swing, and explore, building gross motor skills and confidence through joyful movement and imaginative play.

Our Innovative Play-Based Curriculum

Our internally developed play-based curriculum is at the heart of our educational philosophy, meticulously designed with the Early Learning and Development Areas (ELDAs) in mind. This holistic approach ensures comprehensive development across all crucial domains:

• Holistic Development: We stimulate physical, social, emotional, and cognitive well-being through a rich tapestry of developmental activities and captivating play areas.
• Key ELDA Focus Areas: Our programme specifically targets vital aspects such as:
  • Gross-motor development
  • Fine-motor development
  • Social awareness and emotional intelligence
  • Communication and language skills
  • Spatial awareness
  • Creative arts and expression

Igniting Curiosity with Loose Parts Play

We understand that cultivating curiosity and imagination in early childhood is paramount for developing critical problem-solving skills and innovative thinking later in life. That's why our preschool champions the power of "loose parts" and multi-purpose playthings over single-function toys. Through loose parts play, children are empowered to use their innate curiosity to:

• Explore previously undiscovered fascinations.
• Experiment with concepts like stacking, rolling, sliding, and fitting.
• Engage with colours, textures, and shapes in open-ended ways.

This well-researched and highly effective approach fosters creativity, resilience, and a deep sense of inquiry, providing an unparalleled learning experience.

Enriching Extramural Programme

At Curro Heritage House, we firmly believe that participation in extramural activities significantly enhances early childhood development. Our daily programme is already rich with a variety of physical and cognitive activities, where children learn through engaging play – all included in our school offering. For those seeking to delve deeper or hone specific talents, we offer additional extramural opportunities:

• These activities are designed to strengthen focused areas or develop particular skills.
• They are provided by carefully selected external tutors or coaches.
• All extramural activities conveniently take place on the school’s premises, though they are offered at an additional cost.

Discover the full scope of our exceptional offerings on our comprehensive fact sheet.

Welcome to Curro Heritage House Preschool

Located in the vibrant community of Morningside, Durban, Curro Heritage House offers exceptional early childhood development for children aged 3 months to 5 years. With a team of dedicated educators, intentionally small class sizes, and an internally developed play-based curriculum, we are committed to fostering strong, caring relationships with each child, nurturing their potential every step of the way.

Convenient Hours & Holiday Care for Busy Families

• We understand the demands of modern family life, which is why our preschool opens early in the morning and provides a safe, engaging environment until late in the afternoon, perfectly accommodating working parents.
• As part of our inclusive school fees, we proudly remain open during the mid-year holidays. Children continue to enjoy enriching activities in their small classes, with the added possibility of special fun events during this period.
• Please note, we are closed during other regular school holidays.

Wholesome & Nutritious On-Site Meals

• Our state-of-the-art on-site kitchen is fully equipped to prepare delicious, well-balanced, and wholesome lunches and puddings daily.
• Following a carefully crafted menu, all meals are prepared with fresh, quality ingredients just before being served to children across all age groups.
• We prioritize your child's health and safety, meticulously accommodating allergies and other specific dietary requirements.

Personalized Attention & Caring Educators

• As a proud Curro School, our classes are thoughtfully divided by age group to ensure age-appropriate learning and development.
• To guarantee that every child receives the individual love and attention they deserve, each class benefits from the support of dedicated teacher's assistants, with the staffing ratio adjusted based on the group and number of children.

Safety & Well-being First

• We encourage active, joyful play, understanding that bumps and scrapes are a natural part of childhood exploration.
• For your peace of mind, a registered nurse is on-site throughout the school day to provide immediate medical attention.
• Furthermore, all our teachers are comprehensively trained in first aid, ensuring a swift and competent response to any minor incident.

Dynamic & Engaging Learning Spaces

• At Curro, we believe children learn best by actively interacting with their environment. Our classrooms are thoughtfully designed as "inanimate teachers," providing ample space for play and movement.
• These vibrant spaces are visually stimulating and offer a rich tactile experience, encouraging discovery and exploration.
• An additional indoor play area offers a fantastic alternative play space on days when the weather doesn't permit outdoor adventures.

Expansive Outdoor Adventures

• Our spacious outdoor play areas are a wonderland of exploration, featuring exciting jungle gyms, a large sandpit, and shaded zones perfect for creative and sensory play.
• Designed to encourage physical development and active play, these areas primarily feature synthetic grass to minimize allergic reactions.
• Children enjoy outdoor play on days with moderate weather conditions, with additional safety measures taken on sunny days to protect them from excessive cold or sunburn.

Watch the video below to take a virtual tour of our wonderful preschool: