1 month to 3 years
Daycare and Early Care
Care, comfort, routines and early growth, including feeding, movement, social interaction and growing independence.
Daycare, preschool and junior primary
A caring start. A strong foundation.
Quality learning and full-day care for children from 1 month to Grade 3, across two Scottsville branches in Pietermaritzburg.
CAPS-aligned
Two branches
Full-day care
1 month
to Grade 3
Safe and structuredChild-friendly learning spaces
Small class focusSupport and individual attention
Whole-child developmentLearning, care and confidence
Working-parent friendlyFull-day care in Scottsville
Since 2019Growing with our families
About Little Hearts
One school journey, from early care to junior primary.
Little Hearts began in 2019 as a small creche. Today, we combine early childhood care, school readiness and structured junior primary learning in a supportive environment, from 1 month to Grade 3.
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Our programs
Learning designed for every early stage.
Our programs support care, confidence, school readiness, academic growth and practical development.
Grade RRR to Grade R
Preschool
School readiness through language, numbers, shapes, colours, storytelling and early writing.
Grade 1 to Grade 3
Junior Primary
CAPS-aligned reading, writing and mathematics with discipline, focus and problem solving.
Our branches
Two Scottsville locations. One Little Hearts standard.
Each branch supports a different stage of the Little Hearts learning journey, while families remain part of one school community.
Early years branch
18 Carbis Road
Scottsville, Pietermaritzburg, 3201
Focused on younger children, from baby care through the early preschool years.
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Preschool and primary branch
22 Woodhouse Road
Scottsville, Pietermaritzburg, 3201
A spacious learning environment supporting preschool, Grade R and junior primary learners.
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Why families choose us
Care and learning that work together.
Children need safety, consistency and opportunities to develop at their own stage. Our environment combines daily care with structured learning and active experiences.
- Qualified and caring educators
- Small classes and individual attention
- Safe indoor and outdoor spaces
- Nutritious daily meals
- Computer lessons and swimming
- Two convenient Scottsville branches
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learning experiences in one school journey
CareDaily routines and wellbeing
LearnStrong academic foundations
CreateActivities and practical skills
MoveSwimming and physical play
School life
Real moments from Little Hearts.
Learning continues through classroom activities, celebrations, physical development and shared school experiences.
Admissions
Ready to begin your child's Little Hearts journey?
Applications may be submitted during the year, subject to space. Complete the online form and attach the required supporting documents.
- 1Complete the application
- 2Attach supporting documents
- 3The school reviews and contacts you
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Admissions & Fees
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Submitting an application does not guarantee admission.
Contact Little Hearts
Speak to the school.
Contact us about applications, branch visits or the program suitable for your child.
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