November 11, 2025
Five preschools bravely transitioned to independence, taking charge of their own governance and future.
With community support and guidance from KET, they built confidence through challenge.
Seen through Principal Nadia’s journey, this is a story of leadership shaped by heart and determination.… Read more
June 26, 2025
Bethel Early Learning Centre is proof that big things can grow from small beginnings.
Started in a backyard shack, this preschool now educates 45 children in Khayalethu.
We spoke with Principal Nokwazi, whose determination and heart continue to shape young lives.… Read more
July 24, 2024
Founded in 2014 at Yolandi’s home, Jaydine’s Daycare marks a decade of nurturing children in their community. With humble beginnings driven by familial inspiration and community support, Yolandi reflects on the growth and challenges of her beloved ECD facility. … Read more
July 24, 2024
KET’s Model Preschool has rapidly grown from accommodating three children to one hundred, with a commitment to play-based learning and environmental stewardship. Exemplifying excellence in early childhood education, Principal Julie offers valuable insights for aspiring educators and community leaders alike.… Read more
April 26, 2024
We celebrate the remarkable legacy of Principal Caroline, whose 37-year dedication to Humpty Dumpty Creche has touched countless lives. Through collaboration, a recent lifeline from KET revitalised the preschool and provided hope for the future.… Read more
April 26, 2024
The story of Bukulwa, a Principal who achieved her dream by establishing Entabeni Nursery and Preschool. Through KET’s programmes and support, Bukulwa transformed her home into a beacon of early childhood education, overcoming financial hurdles to provide quality learning experiences for her growing cohort of children. … Read more
September 27, 2023
At KET’s 30th Annual General Meeting we celebrated 10 ECD facilities who have been working in Knysna’s informal settlements for over 25 years. We also thanked two trustees who have been instrumental since KET’s inception. … Read more
August 25, 2014
What a welcoming sight! The singing of children as the sun streams in through the large windows of a freshly painted, beautiful farmhouse in Brackenhill. The reason for their cheer (and the beaming faces of their teachers) is because, after seven long years, they finally have their own preschool building, thanks to a collaborative effort… Read more
January 27, 2014
The Knysna Education Trust, Cynthia Totito, her staff and all the children of Ilingalom-Afrika Preschool, would like to thank each and every donor and KET partner for the contributions received towards the building of the new classroom. Ilingalom has been in operation since early 2002, when the need in the community reached near crises point.… Read more
September 16, 2013
BACKGROUND Siyafunda Educare Centre in Robololo started early in 2007. The word Siyafunda means “We are learning”. The preschool was started by Ms Etheline Sedibe , a humble, determined woman, who had a vision to help working parents, and in particular single parents, by looking after and teaching their children during the day. At that… Read more
December 17, 2012
Elizabeth Swartz of Happy Faces has surpassed the call of duty by opening her home to the children in her preschool. After a series of challenges, including the original wooden church which doubled as the preschool burning down and her having to evacuate from the temporary damp facilities of the Catholic Church basement as the conditions were… Read more