Grade 000
Grade 000 for girls turning 4
in that year
This programme allows plenty of opportunity to learn through play in a loving, caring environment. The girls spend a busy day exploring and making discoveries
Grade 00
Grade 00 for girls turning 5
in that year
This class continues to learn through lots of play, but they also have more formal periods where they explore the concepts necessary to prepare them for Grade R.
Grade R
Two Grade R classes for girls turning 6
in that year
This year covers the concepts as laid down in the CAPS curriculum; our pre-reading, pre-writing and pre-maths programmes ensure our girls are well prepared for Grade 1.
A top independent pre-school in Berea, Durban.
Why Little Anchors?
Our pre-school is small, intimate and nuturing. While separate from Maris Stella’s other school phases, the pre-school forms part of the wider school family, with specially delegated high school leaders assigned to each class. This promotes a sense of sisterhood and belonging, boosting confidence and independence and offering an enriching and unique experience.
Welcome from the Teacher In Charge of our Pre-School
At Little Anchors Pre-School, we offer a vibrant, happy place for young girls to learn and grow.
We pride ourselves on ensuring a great balance between teacher-directed and free choice activities, encouraging active learning which is child-centered, age-appropriate, and, most importantly, fun!
Our Pre-school, as well as being a beautiful environment, is small, intimate, and nuturing. We are passionate about developing the whole child, balancing their cognitive, emotional, spiritual, and social growth from the age of 3 – 6 years.
At Little Anchors, your daughter will be loved and cared for by our excellent team of teachers and staff, while we lay a firm foundation for her future academic success.
– Debra Vermulen
Teacher in Charge of Little Anchors
Formal Lessons
Music
Drama
Religion
PE (Swimming for older girls)
Interactive Theme Discussion
Ring Time
Library
Free Play Lessons
Art Technique and Media
Fantasy Play
Block Construction
Puzzles and Games
Sand and Sensopathic (touch) play
Large Garden encourages Gross Motor Development
Daily Programme
Our pre-school opens at 07h15 and our morning ends at 12h30
07h45
Grade R Programme begins
08h00
Grade 000 and 00 Programme begins
09h00
–
10h00
Free Play
10h00
–
11h00
Lunch and School Readiness
11h00
–
11h30
Play Time
11h30
–
12h30
School Readiness, Story Time and Pack Up Routine
Between the hours of 12h30 and 16h45
Aftercare Programmes
Little Anchor’s Aftercare programme provides a safe, secure and stimulating environment for Grade 000 to Grade R between the hours of 12h30 and 16h45. We aim to provide a homely setting, where our children feel comfortable and relaxed after a busy day at school.
Girls are given opportunities to socialise and engage in free play and structured activities.
A safe, secure and stimulating environment for Grade 000 to Grade R
Extra Mural Activities
Ballet*Grade 000 – R
Drama*Grade 00 & R
FitnessGrade 000 – R
Learn to SwimGrade 000 – R (Term 1 & 4)
Playball*Grade 000 – R
Puzzle ClubGrade 000 – 00
Tennis*Grade R
*Included as part of our pre-school offering is our Learn to Swim programme, as well as our Fitness programme.
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