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Ages 3 Months – 5 Years

Where Little
Minds Bloom & Grow

A nurturing, joyful world where your child's first adventures begin. We spark curiosity, creativity, and confidence — every single day.

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12+Expert Teachers
2022Established
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Our Story

A Place Called Home — for Little Ones

Our Promise

Every child deserves a safe, warm, and inspiring space. We promise to treat your little one as family — with patience, love, and purpose.

Our Approach

We use play-based learning rooted in child development science. From baby sensory play to school-readiness — every activity is intentional.

Our Vision

To raise confident, curious, and compassionate children who are ready to take on the world — one adventure at a time.

Age Groups

Programs for Every Stage

From your brand-new baby to your ready-for-school star — we've got them covered.

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3 Months – 1 Yr & 5 Months

Dolphins

Our littlest ones glide into the world with sensory play, tummy time, lullabies, and warm bonding routines in a nurturing environment.

  • 1:3 caregiver ratio
  • Sensory & tactile play
  • Sleep & feed routines
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1 Yr & 6 Months – 2 Yrs & 5 Months

Elephants

Big steps, big curiosity! Our Elephants are walking, talking, and exploring — building strong foundations through movement and music.

  • Gross motor activities
  • Music & movement
  • First words & language
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2 Yrs & 6 Months – 3 Yrs

Tigers

Bold and bright! Tigers express themselves through art, dramatic play, and creative adventures that build confidence and social skills.

  • Art & craft daily
  • Dramatic & pretend play
  • Social development
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3 Yrs & 6 Months – 4 Yrs

Leopards

Quick and clever! Leopards begin their journey into early literacy, numeracy, and structured learning through exciting hands-on activities.

  • Early reading & writing
  • Numbers & shapes
  • Problem-solving games
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4 Yrs – 5 Yrs

Lions

Our proudest pride! Lions are fully prepared for Grade R — confident, curious, and ready to take on the world with strong school-readiness skills.

  • Full school readiness
  • Literacy & numeracy
  • STEM & critical thinking
What We Offer

A Full Day of Wonder

Music & Rhythm

Songs, drums, and dancing to build language and joy.

Art & Creativity

Painting, clay, and crafts to express little personalities.

Early Numeracy

Counting, shapes, and patterns through playful games.

Storytime

Daily reading to ignite imagination and language skills.

Nature Exploration

Garden walks, bug hunts, and outdoor science moments.

Nutrition & Health

Healthy meals and food education, every single day.

Extended Care Services

Care That Goes Further — For Every Family

We understand that every family's schedule is different. That is why Thoriso Intellects Centre offers flexible care solutions that go beyond the standard school day.

Preschool Operating Hours Monday to Friday  ·  06:00 – 18:00
Open Daily
From 05:00

Early Morning Care

We open our doors as early as 05:00 for families who need a head start to their day. Our Early Morning Care service ensures that your child is received in a safe, calm, and loving environment — long before the world wakes up. No parent should ever have to worry about leaving for work early.

  • Doors open from 05:00
  • Supervised & secure at all times
  • Quiet, calming morning activities
  • Nutritious breakfast served
  • Seamless transition into the school day
Early Morning Care from 05:00 – 06:00 requires prior arrangement. Please contact us to register.
Primary School Aftercare

Aftercare for Primary School Learners

Our Aftercare programme is specifically designed for primary school learners who need a safe, structured, and supportive environment after their school day. We bridge the gap between school dismissal and the end of the working day — giving parents peace of mind and children the academic support they deserve.

  • Dedicated homework supervision & assistance
  • Reading comprehension & writing practice
  • Mathematics support & numeracy exercises
  • Educational enrichment activities
  • Healthy afternoon meal & snack
  • Supervised until 18:00 collection
Our aftercare educators are experienced in supporting Grade R through Grade 7 learners across all major subjects.
Saturday & Sunday · By Arrangement

Weekend Care

Life doesn't always follow a Monday-to-Friday schedule — and neither do we. Our Weekend Care service is available on both Saturdays and Sundays, strictly by prior arrangement, for families who require childcare over the weekend. Children are engaged in a purposeful, supervised, and enjoyable programme throughout the day.

  • Available Saturdays & Sundays
  • Strictly by prior booking & arrangement
  • Structured play & learning activities
  • Creative arts, games & outdoor play
  • Full meals & snacks included
  • Qualified staff on duty at all times
Weekend Care is subject to availability. Please contact us at least 48 hours in advance to confirm your booking.
Early Care From 05:00
Preschool Day 06:00 – 18:00
Aftercare After School – 18:00
Weekend Care Sat & Sun · Arranged
Why Thoriso

Why Parents Love Us

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Qualified & Caring Staff

All our teachers hold early childhood development qualifications and go through extensive background checks and CPR training.

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Safe & Stimulating Environment

Our facility is fully secured, child-proofed, and filled with age-appropriate learning materials and outdoor play areas.

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Daily Reports for Parents

We share daily updates on your child's mood, meals, activities, and milestones — so you're never out of the loop.

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Inclusive & Diverse

We celebrate every culture, language, and ability. Every child is seen, valued, and celebrated here.

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Flexible Hours

Early drop-off and extended hours available to support working parents. We work around your life.

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Affordable Excellence

Premium care doesn't have to break the bank. We offer competitive rates and payment plan options.

Parent Stories

Straight From the Hearts of Parents

Get In Touch

Ready to Join the Thoriso Family?

Book a free tour, ask any questions, or enrol your child today. We'd love to meet you!

Visit Us

10596 Sisal Street, Protea Glen Ext 12
Soweto, Johannesburg, 1818

Call Us

073 202 4998

Operating Hours

Monday – Friday: 06:00 – 18:00

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