Excellence in Early Childhood Development
Luthuli Junior Academy is an early childhood education facility located in the premises of Inkosi Albert Luthuli Central Hospital in Durban. They provide all-round development of children that further enhances their growth and maturity.
Their childcare services represent much more than a drop-off location for working parents; the children have an opportunity to engage in a variety of educational and social activities.
The school focuses on the physical, cognitive and emotional development that is crucial in preparing the children for “big school”. Studies have shown that children who are ready for school are often friendly and confident with excellent social, language and communication skills.
The preschool provides educational support for babies from six months to six years. They pride themselves with experienced, skilled and dedicated staff. There is one teacher and one assistant per class.
They offer six academic classes from potty training right through to Grade R and the staff are trained to prepare children for “big school” and beyond. The curriculum focuses on EYFS, Reggio and Numicon Maths approach.
The classrooms illustrate the seven areas of learning, which enable children to experience a more holistic range of activities. The interactive whiteboards enhance the teaching and learning in combination with monthly themes.
Children have an opportunity to go on excursions to places such as the zoological gardens, animal farm, science lab and cultural places.
Private extramural activities are offered during the day; these include mini sports, swimming, ballet, soccer, Catrobatz and karate. Security and safety of the children is their highest priority; there is controlled access to the school, parents sign in their children on arrival and sign out during pick up.