
BUTTERCUP PRE-SCHOOL WINS BEST OF JOBURG AGAIN

Welcome to Buttercup
9 Months - Grade R

Once in a generation, a preschool emerges that combines exceptional standards, genuine care, and the highest level of expertise.
That is The Buttercup Preschool.
A true home away from home, our school blends warmth with excellence, ensuring that every child’s earliest educational journey is both joyful and enriching. Nestled on spacious grounds in the heart of Beverley Lonehill, the school feels like a gentle countryside escape. Window shutters, flower-filled boxes, lush green play areas, and white iceberg roses surround the solid mahogany climbing structures built especially for little hands and feet.
Our premises is thoughtfully divided into three age-specific areas:
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1–2 years: Gentle beginnings and nurturing care.
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2–3 years: Curious explorers discovering their world.
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3–4 years: Playful learning and growing independence.
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5–6 years: Confident exploration and preparation for Grade R and beyond.
Inside the classrooms, the sound of children’s laughter and curiosity fills the air. Carefully selected wooden furniture, authentic Montessori materials, puzzles, and educational games create an inspiring learning environment. Dedicated areas for art, construction, role-play, and hands-on exploration are woven into the daily program, helping every child grow into their fullest self.
There is a constant sense of harmony, purpose, and passion between our children and teachers. Through exciting discoveries, daily achievements, and continuous observation and assessment, each child is guided along a path that nurtures their development and prepares them for future success.
Families are part of the Buttercup journey too. Parents are invited to enjoy front-row moments at concerts, sporting days, creative workshops, and visits from farm animals, camel rides, and traveling shows — memories that last a lifetime.
Finally, our learners graduate from our outstanding Grade R centre confident, emotionally ready, and equipped to soar into big school — with strong foundations that will support them for years to come.
Our School
4-5 year olds
Our Top School is the final stepping stone before learners transition into Grade 0.
Designed specifically for children aged four to five years, this stage nurtures the development of early academic readiness, social confidence, and independent learning skills. Three thoughtfully structured classrooms provide a calm and stimulating environment where children can strengthen foundational literacy, numeracy, and problem-solving abilities while continuing to explore through play and guided activities.
3-4 year olds
Our Bottom School is home to our 3 - 4 year old learners, where we focus on strengthening independence, curiosity, and school-readiness skills. This phase supports developmental milestones through structured learning experiences, enriched play, and enhanced gross motor facilities that encourage coordination and physical confidence. Five age-appropriate classrooms provide a nurturing and stimulating environment, carefully designed to meet the developmental needs of each group. Purpose-built child-sized restrooms are also located here, ensuring comfort and independence in daily routines.
1-3 year olds
Our Toddler Tinkles at the front of Buttercup provides a warm, nurturing, and secure environment for our youngest learners, from 9 months to 3 years. At this stage, the focus is on developing early language, sensory exploration, and foundational social skills through guided play and age-appropriate routines. With an emphasis on safety and comfort, children are supported as they take their first steps toward independence, curiosity, and a lifelong love of learning.
EXTRA CURRICULAR ACTIVITIES
At Buttercup Preschool, we offer a variety of enriching extra-mural activities designed to support the holistic development of our learners. These programmes are presented by qualified, independent specialists and take place safely within our secure Buttercup grounds.
These Include:
Swimming Lessons
Tumbling Tigerz
Ballet
Cooking
Pottery
Horse Riding

Where are we situated?
Our School is located on large grounds in the niche area of Beverley In Lonehill, Sandton
Contact Us:
admin@buttercuppreschool.co.za
011 467 6868