Explore + Discover Montessori Preschools

I had all three of my children (one boy, two girls) at E&D and I cannot recommend Sophie and her team enough. They are outstandingly caring and loving, meeting every child where its at and nurturing their individual personalities while maintaining and incredible sense of community. Many say that the first 3 years of a child's life are their most fundamental and I am so glad this foundation was laid together with E&D. Now that my last child has 'graduated' I am in tears when thinking of not dropping her off here in the morning with the knowledge that she is in the very best hands. Beyond her command of the Montessori pedagogy, Sophie, the head teacher, just has a calling as an educator and one can feel that she is living it with every fiber in her body. If you're looking for a nurturing environment for your child, look no further, E&D is it! And it does not hurt that the parent community is also on wonderfully diverse, making for a great mix of kids with different cultural backgrounds. All my love for E&D, always!

Our experience at E&D has been exceptional. The Montessori approach, with its focus on child-led learning and hands-on activities, has truly fostered our child's independence and love for learning. The teachers are not only highly qualified but also deeply caring, always attentive to each child's individual needs. The school environment is well organised and inviting (without being intimidating/over the top), with classrooms filled with natural light and child-sized furniture. I found the curriculum to be comprehensive, covering practical life skills, sensory activities, language, math, and cultural studies, ensuring well-rounded development. We have been consistently impressed with the communication and involvement opportunities provided to parents, ensuring we feel connected and informed.

For any parents thinking about preschool options, I want to recommend the Explore & Discover Montessori Preschool l in Gardens, Cape Town. Both my children attended and THRIVED at the school. The teachers are warm and encouraging - building the children's confidence while supporting their growth and independence. It has been a wonderful experience, and the school goes above and beyond to build community.