Nestled in Highlands North, Johannesburg, our independent community school is a haven of growth and learning where every child's journey is celebrated.
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We firmly believe that a play-based environment, driven by each child's interests, cultivates:
These elements nurture ‘grit’ – that special blend of passion, purpose, and perseverance critical for achieving long-term goals. We equip children with the skills and tools necessary to navigate life’s challenges positively.
Our preschool program has four dedicated classes
We instill a love for learning and a positive self-image in every student. In our happy, safe, and nurturing environment, we:
Located on shared grounds with Sydenham Shul, we offer a rich and meaningful Jewish curriculum that brings our beautiful heritage to life. Under the guidance of Rabbi Yehuda Stern, we celebrate:
We are proudly a kosher school and a beacon of Jewish pride.
Our classrooms evolve with the latest educational trends, featuring:
Our inviting outdoor spaces promote:

Our curriculum develops children across all dimensions:
Over 75 years of combined dedication to children's education
Individual focus on each child's unique needs
Main hours 7:45 AM - 12:30 PM (earlier drop-off available)
After-school care daily until 3:00 PM
Unique July holiday program for productive winter breaks
My older child was fortunate to be part of Sydenham Preschool, and now our younger child is a current pupil. To say we are blessed by this environment every day is an understatement. The level of love, nurturing, education, and skills our children receive daily is nothing short of spectacular. Truly, Sydenham has become our home away from home — and our happy place
The love the care the education is way way above any school. Thank you to everyone there for the love support we get on a daily basis
A school like no other! We miss everyone from Sydenham Preschool! Thank you for the best years. I can’t recommend this school highly enough.
I wish we could take a pic of them ‘then & now’… will always carry precious memories of our wonderful Nursery School & most incredible staff!
Thank you to everyone teacher at Sydenham for the foundation you created
I still miss Sydenham - and 1 child is going into Grade 8 and the other into Matric
Thank you for such a wonderful Grandparents morning and for all the hard work the teachers put into making it so successful and creating a loving, happy environment. Your school has such an wonderful group of teachers.
The best best foundation anyone could dream of !!!








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