When we deny young children play, we are denying them the right to understand the world
-Erika & Nicholas Cristakis
We offer the following:
In the Classroom:
* An innovative early childhood education curriculum that combines an engaging play-based approach with a focus on developing essential skills.
Developed by Occupational Therapists and backed by science, our curriculum uses various types of play to develop core skills and prepare toddlers and preschoolers for school.
* A wide use of learning materials and methods - including sensory-, imaginative, constructive & cognitive play.
* Classroom assessments plus reports, 3 times a year.
* All the kids art in a Craft art book as a keepsake.
* A Caring & Attentive Teacher and Assistant in small group classes.
* Teachers are First-Aid trained.
*We follow a set program every day to ensure a routine for our little ones, that make them feel safe, secure & loved.
Extra-Mural Activities:
* A selection of extra murals to choose from - to enroll your child as your wish, to enhance their holistic development and learning at Oopsy Daisy.
* Two extra murals(choose out of 3) are compulsory at Oopsy Daisy namely Wiggle & Jam(R140/month) (music development program) & Penguin Play(R140/month) (Gross Motor development program) OR Dance mouse (R100/month) Cognitive Dance program. These activities form part of our holistic development program.
Menu:
* A well-balanced diet (new menu every term) - helps to develop new tastes and get accustomed to new textures.
* The menu includes freshly prepared breakfast, cooked lunch & aftercare sandwiches & fruit
Operating Hours:
* Morning drop-off from 6:30 am.
Half-day kids pick-up between 12:00 - 1:15 pm.
Full-day kids pick-up: From 3:00 pm to 5:30 pm.
* We offer a holiday care program for our Aftercare kids & morning working parents during school holidays (working parents- no cost).
Communication:
* Our teachers are available on whatsapp all day for quick messages or check ins.
* Classroom app(Classdojo) - see what's happening in the classroom (photos ).
* Classroom app - every child has their own portfolio (only the parents can view this) which showcases their work and progress.
Other Important offerings:
* Potty training
* Garden Club
* Bakerman
* Special Fun days e.g. Valentine's day, Mother's day
celebration, Grandparents day.
Our fees Include:
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All Educational Materials
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All extra art, craft & sensory play materials
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Stimulation Activities including Sensory activities
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Assessments & Progress Reports (3 times per year)
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Breakfast, Cooked Lunch & Sandwiches at aftercare
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Stackable beds for aftercare (Cots for babies, mattresses for 14 months - 2.5 years)
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Cots for babies 4 - 14 months.
& More:
Our care & education is comprehensive & caring. A home for our little ones to feel safe & loved.
Our door is always open at Oopsy Daisy. Parents are welcome to drop in any time, to collect their children, &/or to chat.
Oopsy Daisy also has an open door policy. Please feel free to discuss any concerns, or to make any recommendations!
