Welcome to
Crawford International North Coast Pre-Primary
At Crawford International North Coast Pre-Primary, we offer a fresh and alternative approach to education. Teaching is student-centred and intentional, ensuring each child is known and supported to progress with confidence.
Learning encourages communication, collaboration and critical thinking, while nurturing independence and individual strengths.
We encourage independent thought, nurture talent and inspire each student to achieve their maximum potential.
Students are introduced to the International Baccalaureate (IB) Primary Years Programme (PYP) framework, supporting the development of active, caring students who engage confidently with the world.
This approach ensures strong academic readiness and a smooth transition into Grade 1. Our Pre-Primary forms part of the IB Primary Years Programme (PYP) for children aged 3 – 12.
Academics
Age requirements for admission per grade:
GRADE - 0000
AGE 2 TURNING 3
GRADE - 000
AGE 3 TURNING 4
GRADE - 00
AGE 4 TURNING 5
GRADE - 0
AGE 5 TURNING 6
Teaching and learning are underpinned by a clear academic philosophy that prioritises THINK, UNDERSTAND and APPLY. Future-focused skills are developed throughout each student’s learning journey.
Future-focused Skills
Emphasis is placed on gross and fine motor, perceptual, cognitive, language and numeracy development. Through thinking routines, we teach our students to question and form opinions, which are expressed through:
- Discussion and reflection
- Voice, choice, and ownership of learning
- Drawing
- Painting and creating
- Role play and dramatisation
A school readiness assessment is done on all our Grade 0 students with the additional optional support of hearing and eye tests conducted during the Grade 0 or Grade 00 school year.
Personalised Learning + Inquiry-Based Learning + Meaningful Play
Our holistic approach to education encourages our students to become fully rounded, unique individuals through a personalised learning journey.
Physical
Challenging outdoor experiences to enhance large muscle development, which is vital for future learning.
Social & Emotional
Our dedicated staff create a safe, nurturing environment where each student can develop confidence and social skills.
Intellectual
We follow the ISASA early development curriculum guidelines and extend beyond the national curriculum. Our students explore the three learning areas of Mathematics, Literacy and Life Skills through our concept-driven units of inquiry. Units of learning and the related conversations encourage our students to evolve as inquirers, both within and beyond the classroom.
Creative
We celebrate the arts through dance, drama, art, and music and consider them instrumental in building self-esteem and allowing students to express themselves.
We tap into our students’ unique abilities and talents, relying on their natural sense of curiosity and provoking their thinking through meaningful play opportunities and inquiry-based learning. Our students are encouraged to explore, discover, and experiment.
Sports, Arts & Culture
We motivate our students to try new pursuits by offering a variety of opportunities within and beyond the classroom.
The following sports and cultural activities are also included in our school fees:
Activities
- Art
- Baking
- Ball skills
- Dance
- Drama
- GARVZ Sports Academy (including Learn-to-Swim)
- isiZulu (conversational)
- Music
Additional Activities
A selection of private activities is offered on campus, subject to demand and at an additional cost. These include:
- Ballet*
- Experibuddies*
- Garvlingz*
- Karate*
- Learn-to-Swim*
- Monkeynastix*
- Play Golf*
- Soccer Kids
- Tots ‘n Pots*
Facilities
Crawford Kidz Club (Aftercare)
Our Crawford Kidz Club runs each afternoon of term until 17:30. The afternoon includes structured activities to further develop essential skills, balanced with free play. (A holiday club programme is offered during the school holidays.)
Our Fees
Contact us
Crawford International North Coast Pre-Primary
Ushukela Drive , Westbrook
Tel: +27 32 943 3240
