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Serving families since 1968

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Irene Pre-Primary School – A Trusted Preschool in Irene, Centurion

Location: 39 Crawford Rd, Irene Security Estate, Centurion • Hours: Mon–Fri • 06h45 - 17h30 Phone: 072 200 1219
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Over 50 Years of Nurturing Young Minds

For generations, families in Irene and Centurion have trusted Irene Pre-Primary School to provide a loving foundation for early childhood development.

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Heritage & Trust
Proudly serving families in Irene and Centurion since 1968, our school has built a reputation for stability, consistency, and genuine care. Generations of families have trusted us to provide a strong and loving foundation for early learning.
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Qualified & Passionate Educators
Our experienced teachers are dedicated to early childhood development. Through patience, encouragement, and meaningful engagement, they nurture confidence, curiosity, and a love for learning in every child.
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Safe & Secure Environment
We prioritise your child’s wellbeing through structured routines, supervised play, and secure facilities. Parents can feel confident knowing their children are cared for in a protected and supportive space.
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Strong Values & Community
We believe childhood should be filled with warmth, belonging, and joy. By building strong relationships with both children and parents, we create a school community where every family feels welcomed and supported.
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Our Learning Programmes

A joyful, play-based foundation for every stage.

Babies and toddlers playing
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Babies & Toddlers

Gentle care, structured routines, and sensory exploration designed to support early development in a nurturing environment.

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What we focus on

  • Secure routines and gentle transitions
  • Sensory play (kinetic textures, calm exploration)
  • Outdoor play and movement development
  • Music moments and early creativity
  • Comfort-focused spaces and child-friendly facilities
Parent peace-of-mind:
Supervised learning and play in a secure estate environment.
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Preschool classroom learning
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Preschool

Play-based learning that encourages curiosity, creativity, and confidence while building foundational skills.

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What children experience

  • Art table for fine motor and creative expression
  • Drama and storytelling for confidence
  • Music for rhythm, listening, and coordination
  • Library time to build a love for books
  • Physical play: jungle gyms, trampoline, bike track, sandpit, mud kitchen
Holistic development:
Balanced learning, movement, creativity, and social growth daily.
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Grade R classroom preparation
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Grade R

Preparing children academically, emotionally, and socially for primary school readiness.

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School readiness & future skills

  • Robotics & Coding (Grade R) for logic and sequencing
  • Little Lab Coats for hands-on science exploration
  • Early literacy & numeracy foundations
  • Library and storytelling for comprehension
  • Movement: Monkeynastics, swimming, trampoline, soccer
Outcome:
Confident learners ready for Grade 1.
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Aftercare supervised learning and play
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Aftercare

A safe, structured space for homework support, supervised play, and afternoon relaxation.

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What aftercare includes

  • Safe supervision and structured afternoons
  • Quiet time for homework support (age-appropriate)
  • Outdoor play: jungle gyms
  • Creative play: games, drawing, reading
  • Calm environment for rest and routine
Designed for:
Working families needing reliable, loving care after school.
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Why Families Choose Irene Pre-Primary School

A warm, secure environment where children learn, grow, and feel at home.

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Safe & Secure Campus

Child-first safety, structured routines, and a secure environment parents can trust.

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Holistic Early Learning

Play-based learning supporting emotional, social, and cognitive development.

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Caring, Experienced Staff

Qualified educators who build strong bonds so every child feels valued and supported.

Mrs Charmain Botha

Mrs Charmain Botha

Principal & Teacher
Meet Our Principal
Mrs Esther Sole

Mrs Esther Soal

Teacher
Inside Her Classroom
Ms Kelebogile Maroleni

Ms Kelebogile Maroleni

Teacher
Explore Her Learning Space
Miss Ansonette Venter

Miss Ansonette Venter

Teacher
Learn About Her Programme
Ms Emily Mdhuli

Mrs Emily Mdhuli

Teacher's Assistant
Meet Our Support Team
Mrs Levina de Bruin

Mrs Levina de Bruin

Admin Assistant
Contact Our Admin Team
Mr Louis Mdhuli

Mr Louis Mdhuli

School Janitor & Gardener
Mrs Betty Maroleni

Miss Betty Maroleni

School Cook & Aftercare Assistant

What Our Parents Say

Real words from real families — the kind that make you feel at home before you even walk through the gates.

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