Preschools & Crèches in Polokwane
Looking for a preschool, crèche or aftercare in Polokwane, Limpopo? 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 Polokwane (2026)
| Programme | Typical monthly fee |
|---|---|
| Full-day crèche / preschool (private) | R700 – R3 500 |
| Half-day programme | R450 – R2 200 |
| 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 Polokwane (41)
Angels Play Pre-school
96 Grobler St, Polokwane Ext 4, Polokwane, 0699
★ 4.9· 29 Google reviews
Local Toddler
67 Voortrekker St, Polokwane Central, Polokwane, 0700
★ 4.9· 24 Google reviews
MICKEY & MINNIE PRE-SCHOOL
1 Gazelle St, Fauna Park, Polokwane, 9430
★ 4.3· 16 Google reviews
Wonderland Pre-School & Foundation Phase
40 Munnik Ave, Sterpark, Polokwane, 0699
★ 4.9· 15 Google reviews
Little Bright Star Crèche and pre-school
103 Magazyn St, Polokwane Central, Polokwane, 0699
★ 4.6· 12 Google reviews
Anointed Trinity Pre-school
84 Dorp St, Polokwane Central, Polokwane, 0700
★ 4.7· 10 Google reviews
The Montessori Centre Polokwane
29 Magazyn St, Polokwane Central, Polokwane, 0699
★ 4.3· 9 Google reviews
Noddy Playground Creche & Pre-School
55 Tom Swartz Ave, Westenburg, Polokwane, 0699
★ 4.5· 8 Google reviews
LUCKY BEANS DAY CARE & AFTER CARE
72 Jorissen St, Polokwane Ext 4, Polokwane, 0699
★ 4.3· 8 Google reviews
Stepping Stones Early Learning Centre
128 Magazyn St, Polokwane Ext 4, Polokwane, 0699
★ 4.9· 7 Google reviews
New Awakenings Daycare & Aftercare
16684 London Avenue, Mahlasedi Park, Polokwane, 0699
★ 5.0· 7 Google reviews
Speeltyd Kleuterskool
68 Voortrekker St, Polokwane Central, Polokwane, 0700
★ 5.0· 6 Google reviews
Besige Breintjies Kleuterskool / Buzzy Brains Preschool
71 Kleinenberg St, Polokwane Ext 4, Polokwane, 0700
★ 5.0· 5 Google reviews
NEW HORIZONS MONTESSORI CRECHE
Ext.123, 21 Gujarat Street, Polokwane, 0699
★ 5.0· 4 Google reviews
Trevor's Haven Preschool, Creche & Aftercare
29 Munnik Ave, Bendor, Polokwane, 0699
★ 4.0· 4 Google reviews
Breedlove Preschool and Day Care
Legae La Batho, 10 Mareka St, Polokwane Ext 65, Polokwane, 0699
★ 4.7· 3 Google reviews
Noordjieland Pre Primary School
92 Voortrekker St, Polokwane Central, Polokwane, 0700
★ 5.0· 2 Google reviews
Many Blessings Nursery School and Aftercare
13953 Extension 73, Polokwane, 0742
★ 5.0· 2 Google reviews
The Apple Tree Creche &Pre School
109 Pietersburg St, Annadale, Polokwane, 0699
★ 5.0· 1 Google reviews
Millennium Kids Daycare & After School Care
102 Jorrison Street, Entrance in, Natorp St, Bendor, Polokwane, 0699
★ 5.0· 1 Google reviews
Retiile English Medium and aftercare
1084 letsokoane ext, Seshego-B, Polokwane, 0742
★ 5.0· 1 Google reviews
Hummingbirds Leaders Foundation Pre-School
100 Oost steet, Hospital Park, Polokwane, 0699
★ 5.0· 1 Google reviews
Dino Park Pre School
27A President Paul Kruger St, Polokwane Central, Polokwane, 0699
★ 5.0· 1 Google reviews
Dimpeltjies Dagsorg / Daycare
11 Kremetart St, Flora Park, Polokwane, 0699
★ 5.0· 1 Google reviews
Reenboogland Kleuterskool
72 Kleinenberg St, Bendor, Polokwane, 0699
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 Polokwane?
Full-day private crèche and preschool fees in Polokwane typically range from R700 to R3 500 per month in 2026. Half-day programmes typically cost R450 to R2 200. 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 Polokwane 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 Polokwane?
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 Polokwane?
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.