Ladybuggz Preschool

Preschool & daycare in Sydenham

A joyful place to learn, play and grow.

Ladybuggz Preschool provides a safe, caring and stimulating environment where children learn through play, build confidence and feel at home.
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Children enjoying outdoor activities at Ladybuggz Preschool Safe, caring & full of discovery
Play-based ELDA & CAPS-aligned learningQualified teachersEducational shows & enrichment activities includedHolistic child development
Ladybuggz Preschool building surrounded by plants

Welcome to Ladybuggz

Warm care. Purposeful play. Strong foundations.

At Ladybuggz, every child is welcomed as an individual. Our days combine purposeful play, creative discovery, friendship and caring routines to help children grow socially, emotionally, physically and academically.
  • Safe and caring environment
  • Cognitive and motor-skill development
  • Enrichment through play, music, drama and art
  • Food and snacks included
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Programmes

Care and learning for every stage.

Play-based experiences support communication, creativity, movement, confidence and early learning.

A Ladybuggz staff member guiding tummy time with a baby

0–1 year

Elephant Class

Gentle care, sensory play and nurturing routines for babies aged 0–1 year.
  • Tummy time
  • Introducing solids
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Two children enjoying supervised ball-pit play at Ladybuggz Preschool

1–2 years

Zebra Class

Active play, language growth and caring routines for children aged 1–2 years.
  • Language
  • Movement
  • Friendship
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A child enjoying a colourful messy-painting activity at Ladybuggz Preschool

2–3 years

Tiger Class

Guided play, communication and motor-skill activities for children aged 2–3 years.
  • Potty training
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A smiling child exploring a science activity at a blue table

3–4 years

Giraffe Class

Creative, practical learning experiences for children aged 3–4 years.
  • Show and tell
  • Science experiments
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A child reading a book in the Ladybuggz library corner

4–5 years

Safari Class

Play-based literacy, numeracy and school-readiness activities for children aged 4–5 years.
  • Show and tell
  • Science experiments
  • Phonics
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Our Team

Meet the people who make Ladybuggz feel like home.

Experienced, caring staff support each child’s learning, wellbeing and daily routine.

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Teacher Leoné, Principal at Ladybuggz Preschool

Principal

Teacher Leoné

Driven, hardworking and passionate, Teacher Leoné is friendly, mature, loyal and responsible. She is passionate about every aspect of children’s educational development and continues to build her professional knowledge.
Teacher Melon, Teacher at Ladybuggz Preschool

Teacher

Teacher Melon

Teacher Melon is an early-childhood educator who is deeply committed to children and focused on making learning engaging and enjoyable. With eleven years of teaching experience, she creates a supportive and stimulating classroom environment.
Teacher Melia, Teacher at Ladybuggz Preschool

Teacher

Teacher Melia

With two years of experience in early-childhood development, Teacher Melia is positive, conscientious and committed to following appropriate protocols. She believes that working with children requires patience and unconditional care.
Smakie, Kitchen and Cleaning at Ladybuggz Preschool

Kitchen and Cleaning

Smakie

Smakie takes pride in maintaining a clean and organised environment. She enjoys preparing enjoyable meals using the ingredients available and is a quick learner who finds fulfilment in cooking and caring for the school environment.

Daily Routines

A steady rhythm for learning, care and play.

Explore the age-appropriate daily rhythms for each Ladybuggz class.

Elephant Class — 0–1 yearDaily routine for the Elephant Class (0–1 year).

Elephant Class — 0–1 year

  1. Arrival
  2. Breakfast and Changing Nappy
  3. Nap (1 hour)
  4. Waking Up and Circle Time
  5. Snack Time and Changing Nappy
  6. Numeracy Activity
  7. Fine Motor Activity
  8. Gross Motor Activity
  9. Lunch and Nappy Changing
  10. Nap (1 hour)
  11. Literacy Activity
  12. Nappy Changing
  13. Sensory Play / Music
  14. Late Lunch
  15. Free Play
  16. Late Snack and Changing Nappy
Zebra Class — 1–2 yearsDaily routine for the Zebra Class (1–2 years).

Zebra Class — 1–2 years

  1. Arrival
  2. Breakfast
  3. Brushing Teeth and Changing Nappy
  4. Circle Time with Literacy Activity
  5. Gross Motor Activity
  6. Snack Time and Changing Nappy
  7. Music / Drama
  8. Art Activity
  9. Lunch Time and Changing Nappy
  10. Nap
  11. Waking Up
  12. Numeracy Activity
  13. Late Lunch
  14. Fine Motor Activity
  15. Late Snack and Changing Nappy
Tiger Class — 2–3 yearsDaily routine for the Tiger Class (2–3 years).

Tiger Class — 2–3 years

  1. Arrival
  2. Breakfast
  3. Brushing Teeth and Changing Nappy
  4. Circle Time with Literacy Activity
  5. Gross Motor Activity
  6. Snack Time and Changing Nappy
  7. Music / Drama
  8. Art Activity
  9. Lunch Time and Changing Nappy
  10. Nap
  11. Waking Up
  12. Numeracy Activity
  13. Late Lunch
  14. Fine Motor Activity
  15. Late Snack and Changing Nappy
Giraffe Class — 3–4 yearsDaily routine for the Giraffe Class (3–4 years).

Giraffe Class — 3–4 years

  1. Arrival
  2. Breakfast
  3. Circle Time
  4. Literacy Activity
  5. Fine Motor Activity
  6. Snack Time
  7. Music / Drama
  8. Art Activity
  9. Lunch Time
  10. Nap
  11. Waking Up
  12. Gross Motor Activity
  13. Numeracy Activity
  14. Late Lunch
  15. Free Play / Outside Play
  16. Late Snack

Bathroom right through the day when needed.

Safari Class — 4–5 yearsDaily routine for the Safari Class (4–5 years).

Safari Class — 4–5 years

  1. Arrival
  2. Breakfast
  3. Circle Time
  4. Literacy Activity
  5. Fine Motor Activity
  6. Snack Time
  7. Music / Drama
  8. Art Activity
  9. Lunch Time
  10. Nap
  11. Waking Up
  12. Gross Motor Activity
  13. Numeracy Activity
  14. Late Lunch
  15. Free Play / Outside Play
  16. Late Snack

Bathroom right through the day when needed.

Learning through play

Busy hands, curious minds and room to imagine.

Children take part in age-appropriate literacy, numeracy, art, music, drama, sensory, fine-motor and gross-motor activities.

Weekly special daysA fresh shared theme each week
Weekly show and tellConfidence, listening and expression
Weekly messy playHands-on sensory discovery
Chef dayPractical, playful food experiences
Educational showsEngaging shared learning experiences
Science showsCuriosity through age-appropriate discovery
Game daysMovement, cooperation and fun
Individual birthday celebrationsA special moment for every child
Concert preparationCreative confidence and teamwork
Music and rhythmMovement, listening and expression

These activities form part of the programme and are included without separate activity charges.

Children learning through supervised play at Ladybuggz Preschool Colourful play-based learning materials at Ladybuggz Preschool

For Parents

Clear information for a confident start.

Operating Hours

Monday–Friday, 06:30–18:00.

Meals and Snacks

Meals and snacks are included during the preschool day.

Holiday Care

Open during school holidays, including December, at normal operating hours, with no additional holiday-care charge.

Flexible Packages

Full-day, half-day and daily-rate options are available. Contact the school for current fees and a suitable arrangement.

Reports and Evaluations

Written reports and evaluations are provided every term—four times per year.

ELDA and CAPS-Aligned Learning

Play-based learning supports literacy, numeracy, cognitive development and motor skills.

Included Enrichment

Weekly special days, show and tell and messy play, together with educational shows and other enrichment activities, form part of the programme without separate activity charges.

Convenient Drop-off

Parents can remain in their vehicle while using the on-site drop-off arrangement. Separate entrance and exit points keep traffic moving, and a teacher receives your child on arrival.

Enrolment

Your next steps are simple.

  1. 1

    Request information

    Ask for current fees, availability and enrolment information.

  2. 2

    Visit the school

    Meet the team and see the Ladybuggz environment for yourself.

  3. 3

    Complete enrolment

    The school will explain the documents and next steps that apply.

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Frequently Asked Questions

A few helpful answers.

What ages does Ladybuggz Preschool accept?

The preschool welcomes children aged 0–5 years.

What are the school’s operating hours?

Ladybuggz is open Monday–Friday, 06:30–18:00.

Are meals and snacks included?

Yes. Food and snacks are included.

What learning approach does the school follow?

The programme uses play-based ELDA and CAPS-aligned learning, with enrichment and cognitive, fine-motor and gross-motor development.

How can I get fees and enrolment information?

Send a WhatsApp message or complete the enquiry form. Current fees are provided directly by the school.

Can I visit the school?

Yes. Use the form below to request a school visit and the team will contact you to arrange it.

Contact Ladybuggz

Come and see the school for yourself.

Request a visit, ask about enrolment or get current fee information directly from the Ladybuggz team.

WhatsApp060 861 8664 Call060 861 8664 Visit160 9th Avenue, corner of Armadale Street, Sydenham, Johannesburg, 2192

Open: Monday–Friday, 06:30–18:00

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