We help children engage their bodies and minds through fun and educational activities.
Our history
A previous General Manager of Kumba Iron Ore wanted to understand why so little engineering bursaries are awarded each year to matriculates from the Northern-Cape. The mine wanted to financially contribute more to the secondary schools in town. A team was tasked with investigating this problem, and the answer was: EARLY CHILDHOOD DEVELOPMENT! This led to the birth of this massive community project, sponsored by Kumba Iron Ore, which opened its doors to approximately 120 learners on the
4th February 2008.
Bana started out in 2008 with six classes and 120 toddlers. Since then, two more classes were added to accommodate English toddlers in an English environment. The numbers of toddlers increased to 260 with 13 classes. 5 of these classes are English. The staff increased from 10 to 25 at present. We fulfil our task as a training center as well. From June 2008 students were taken in to assist in the classes. We are also hosting students preparing to become qualified teachers along with their studies they are busy with. We regularly get students in that come to do their practical with us.
We still manage to bring affordable education to all out toddlers. As from 2008 to 2016 funding from various companies were received. By 2016 we reached self-sufficiency.
Our graduates
Bana is looking forward and is overly excited about the future. We are watching our old scholars to see if we really made a change in their lives, as moving on to Grade 6 and 7 and later become matriculates.
Our community
Our families come from nearby neighborhoods, creating a close-knit environment and strong parent partnerships. Whether we’re close to home or near the office, our center is ideal for busy working families and easy to get to – for pick-up and drop-off or to stop in for a visit.
On the educational side, we make use of a few mentors to help us with latest research and knowledge applicable in the classrooms. We are constantly busy with courses to get insight on brain development. We have a philosophy of preparing the toddlers for future learning. That we do by making the utmost use of a developmental program which includes a lot of movement. We act forensic – by searching for the back lock or developmental problem behind the behavior of a child. We teach the toddlers to be responsible for their behavior and to bear the consequences of their decisions, good or bad.
We are looking forward to taking hundreds of toddlers through our hands and to give them the input, values, and education they most need.
Safety & Security
Ensuring Safety and Security at Our Preschool
Peace of Mind for Families Every Day
At our preschool, your child’s safety is our top priority. We have implemented a comprehensive security system to create a secure and nurturing environment where children can learn and play with confidence. Our campus is protected by sturdy perimeter walls and a state-of-the-art electric fence, serving as a strong first line of defence against unauthorized access.
For added protection and real-time monitoring, security cameras are installed outside the building, ensuring that all external areas are observed. We proudly partner with Rhino Security Company, a trusted name in professional security, who help safeguard our premises and respond rapidly to any concerns.
In addition, we have advanced alarm systems in place throughout the facility, providing instant alerts in the event of an emergency. These measures work together to ensure that your children are safe while in our care, giving parents the peace of mind they deserve.
