About Panda Pen

We aim to develop the whole child emotionally, socially, cognitively, physically and spiritually. We want to encourage children to communicate with those around them and foster a positive attitude towards school and learning. We strive to create an environment that builds a strong foundation for future academic progress.

Our Little Story...

  • We Are....

    A well-established, reputable Nursery School and have been providing quality education since 1989. We practise the art of living, loving and learning with God. We focus on providing a loving, secure and stimulating environment for children to enjoy. We are registered with the Gauteng Education Department and have a valid Health and Safety Certificate. We offer a structured daily programme within a caring and safe environment.

  • Our Staff...

    All our staff have a true calling and passion for teaching young children. They are experienced and have First- Aid and CPR training. Each of our teachers is committed to assisting the individual child to reach his/her full potential. We offer parent interviews to discuss your child’s progress. Classes have a Teacher’s Assistant who is available for support to the teacher and the children during the mornings. They also help keep our classes and school clean. We have a full-time Security Guard on duty to ensure safety on the property.

  • Our Policy

    We aim to develop the whole child emotionally, socially, cognitively, physically and spiritually. We want to encourage children to communicate with those around them and foster a positive attitude towards school and learning. We strive to create an environment that builds a strong foundation for future academic progress.

General Information

  • Babies from 3 months born in 2024

  • Toddler Group (1-2 years - must be walking) born in 2023

  • Grade 0000 (2-3 years) born in 2022

  • Grade 000 (3-4 years) born in 2021

  • Grade 00 (4-5 years) born in 2020

  • Grade 0/R (5-6 years old) born in 2019

School Terms 2024

Term 1: 8 January – 28 March

Term 2: 8 April – 27 June

Term 3: 22 July – 26 September

Term 4: 13 October – 10 December

Holiday care is available every school holiday, except for Public Holidays.

We close in December and re-open in January.

Departure Times

Half day between 12h30 & 13h00

Half day including lunch by 15h00

Full day by 17h30

Arrival Times

Waiting class: 06h30 - 07h00

Arrival time: 07h00 - 08h30

Grade R class time: 08h00