Preschools & Crèches in Bloemfontein
Looking for a preschool, crèche or aftercare in Bloemfontein, Free State? Here's what parents should know before enrolling in 2026: what care typically costs, how to verify a school is registered, and the checks that matter on a visit.
Typical fees in Bloemfontein (2026)
| Programme | Typical monthly fee |
|---|---|
| Full-day crèche / preschool (private) | R1 000 – R4 200 |
| Half-day programme | R650 – R2 600 |
| Community / subsidised ECD programme | Often under R1,200 |
Fee ranges are indicative estimates for private full-day programmes and vary widely by area, hours, meals and age group. Community and subsidised ECD programmes can cost far less. Always confirm fees directly with the school.
Budgeting tip: plan for the advertised fee plus roughly 15% to cover registration fees, levies and annual increases — see our full fees guide.
Preschools & crèches in Bloemfontein (69)
iGrow Nursery School
162 Waverley Rd, Dan Pienaar, Bloemfontein, 9301
★ 5.0· 46 Google reviews
Willows Preprimere Skool
Hippocrates Ave, Hospitaalpark, Bloemfontein, 9301
★ 4.9· 37 Google reviews
Tiny Kids Academy
15 Maartens St, Universitas, Bloemfontein, 9321
★ 4.9· 18 Google reviews
Rams Day Care Centre
40 President Steyn Ave, Westdene, Bloemfontein, 9301
★ 4.8· 17 Google reviews
Sunlawns Pre-Primary School
7 Hopwood St, Universitas, Bloemfontein, 9301
★ 4.9· 13 Google reviews
Happy Life Kidz Dan Pienaar
60 Albrecht St, Dan Pienaar, Bloemfontein, 9301
★ 4.9· 11 Google reviews
Evim Preschool - Bloemfontein
9 John Weston St, Brandwag, Bloemfontein, 9301
★ 5.0· 10 Google reviews
Rooikappie Kleuterskool
23 Jansen Van Rensburg St, Wilgehof, Bloemfontein, 9301
★ 4.8· 9 Google reviews
Kids 4 Christ Pre-School
No.8 Fairview St, Navalsig, Bloemfontein, 9301
★ 4.9· 8 Google reviews
Dinky Early Childhood Development Centre
5 Clarens St, Bayswater, Bloemfontein, 9301
★ 4.3· 7 Google reviews
Tjoek-Tjoekie Kleuterskool
18A Thomas Leith St, Wilgehof, Bloemfontein, 9301
★ 5.0· 7 Google reviews
Kleuters VIr Jesus Dagsorg Sentrum
24 Benedictus Kok St, Universitas, Bloemfontein, 9321
★ 3.0· 7 Google reviews
Happy@Pre-School
35 Du Plessis Ave, Langenhoven Park, Bloemfontein, 9300
★ 4.7· 6 Google reviews
All My Children Daycare
12 Langeberg St, Vredenhof Small Holdings, Bloemfontein, 9310
★ 5.0· 6 Google reviews
Smartschool Academy Bloemfontein
6 Sir George Grey St, Park West, Bloemfontein, 9330
★ 4.5· 6 Google reviews
The Nest Pre-Primary School
272 President Paul Kruger Ave, Universitas, Bloemfontein, 9301
★ 4.8· 4 Google reviews
Japsnoet Kleuterskool
51 Elias Motsoaledi St, Langenhoven Park, Bloemfontein, 9301
★ 5.0· 4 Google reviews
Pooh Bear Children Day Care
46 Totius St, Langenhoven Park, Bloemfontein, 9301
★ 5.0· 4 Google reviews
Pre School The Light
20 Collins Rd, Bloemfontein Central, Bloemfontein, 9301
★ 4.7· 3 Google reviews
Kimmie Kids Pre-school
7 Johan Brits St, Noordhoek, Bloemfontein, 9301
★ 5.0· 3 Google reviews
Universitas-Wes Kleuterskool
28 De Bruyn St, Universitas, Bloemfontein, 9301
★ 5.0· 3 Google reviews
Morsjorsies Kleuterskool - Preschool
1 Totius St, Langenhoven Park, Bloemfontein, 9302
★ 5.0· 3 Google reviews
Jolly Jumpers ECD CENTRE
38 Vlakfontein Ave, Pellissier, Bloemfontein, 9301
★ 5.0· 3 Google reviews
Sotira's Preschool Group
14 Langenhoven St, Dan Pienaar, Bloemfontein, 9301
★ 5.0· 2 Google reviews
Smiley Kids Dan Pienaar
18 Louw Wepener Straat, Dan Pienaar, Bloemfontein, 9301
★ 5.0· 2 Google reviews
Pretty Gardens Kleuterskool
79 A Du Plessis Rd, Langenhoven Park, Bloemfontein, 9301
★ 5.0· 2 Google reviews
Pikkieland Dagsorg Bloemfontein
24 Pikkie de Villiers St, Universitas, Bloemfontein, 9301
★ 5.0· 2 Google reviews
Little Dolphin Daycare
str, 29 General Hertzog St, Dan Pienaar, Bloemfontein, 9301
★ 3.5· 2 Google reviews
SAINTS: Pre-primary School Hall
Reid St, Westdene, Bloemfontein, 9301
★ 3.0· 1 Google reviews
Gratitude Kidz
48 Philip Fourie St, Langenhoven Park, Bloemfontein, 9301
★ 5.0· 1 Google reviews
Krabbel Kleuters Kleuterskool
22 Sangiro St, Langenhoven Park, Bloemfontein, 9330
★ 5.0· 1 Google reviews
Smiley Kids/Cheetah Kleuterskool
8 Boerneef St, Langenhoven Park, Bloemfontein, 9301
★ 5.0· 1 Google reviews
Closed daycare
70 Koedoe Rd, Fauna, Bloemfontein, 9325
Showing the 60 most-reviewed of 69 listings in Bloemfontein.
Before you enrol: the 5-minute checklist
- Registration: ask to see the ECD programme registration certificate and staff vetting against the Child Protection Register and the National Register for Sex Offenders.
- Ratios: roughly 1 adult per 6 babies, 1:12 for toddlers, 1:20 for 3–4 year olds.
- Security: controlled access, sign-in for visitors, a clear list of who may collect your child.
- Hygiene: child-height toilets or potties, handwashing routine, certified kitchen if meals are served.
- The feel: visit mid-morning — engaged children and warm, unhurried staff tell you more than any brochure.
Full detail in How to choose a preschool and 25 questions to ask on a tour.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a crèche or preschool cost in Bloemfontein?
Full-day private crèche and preschool fees in Bloemfontein typically range from R1 000 to R4 200 per month in 2026. Half-day programmes typically cost R650 to R2 600. Community and subsidised ECD programmes cost significantly less. Fees vary by hours, meals and age group, so always confirm directly with the school.
How do I check if a crèche in Bloemfontein is registered?
Ask the school to show you its ECD programme registration certificate. Early childhood development programmes in South Africa register through the Department of Basic Education, and staff must be vetted against the National Child Protection Register and the National Register for Sex Offenders. A legitimate school will show you its paperwork without hesitation.
What age should my child start preschool in Bloemfontein?
Most children join a structured preschool programme between ages 3 and 4. Grade R (the compulsory reception year) is for children turning 5 by 30 June of that year. Crèches and daycare accept children from around 3 months, typically when parental leave ends.
What should I look for when visiting a preschool in Bloemfontein?
Check registration paperwork, adult-to-child ratios (roughly 1:6 for babies up to 1:20 for 3–4 year olds), secure access control, clean age-appropriate bathrooms, shaded outdoor play space, and staff who engage warmly with children. Visit mid-morning on a normal weekday rather than only at an open day.