Piccolo Montessori

Preschool and Toddler applications for 2025 are now closed.

WELCOME

Unlock Your Child's Potential at Piccolo Montessori

ABOUT US

Welcome to our vibrant Montessori School in Bothasig, Cape Town!

Our school is led by a passionate team of experienced teachers who love sparking curiosity and joy in every child. We create a fun and engaging environment where little ones can explore, discover, and learn through play. With our unique Montessori materials and exciting activities, we help children blossom into confident, independent thinkers. Come join our joyful community and watch your child’s love for learning grow every day!

All of our teachers are specially trained in the Montessori method and have your child’s best interest at heart.

Programs

Empowering young minds through Montessori education for a brighter future.

Toddlers:

2 to 3 years

Nurturing young explorers with joyful, hands-on learning experiences.

Preschool:

3 to 5 years

Inspiring creativity and independence during these foundational years.

*Please can we note that we are full for the Preschool class for 2025 but can still accept applications for toddlers.

Grade School:

Grade R – 3

Building strong academic foundations and a lifelong love of learning.

Curriculum

We have the following hands-on, tactile curriculum activities on our shelves in class

Numeracy

From tracing number boards, applying quantity to the numeral, learning about the decimal system to doing sums and more

Literacy

Starting with tactile letter tracing, our literacy curriculum guides children from the basics of letter formation to reading simple sentences, fostering a strong foundation in reading and writing skills.

Art

Engaging in free play with a diverse range of art mediums to inspire creativity and self-expression.

Sensorial materials

Activities that appeal to our senses. Measuring length, comparing weight, learning about colours and shapes etc.

Activities of Everyday Living

Engaging children in practical day-to-day activities such as pouring, threading, grating, and cutting, to develop fine motor skills, independence, and confidence.

Knowledge and Understanding of the World

Exploring geography, history, science, and biology to foster curiosity and a deep appreciation for our world.

Every year we enjoy hosting the following events:

 
  • School concert
  • Parent dance
  • Food fair
  • Family Picnic
  • Sports Day
  • Tuckshop and bake sales
  • Grandparents tea
  • Mommies tea
  • Dad’s braai
  • Movie night/Date night

TEAM

Meet Our Staff

Get to know the heart of our Montessori school – a team of dedicated educators who bring passion, experience, and creativity to every classroom.