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. ...
Mandela Day was momentous for two ECD facilities in Knysna, with local businesses coming together to give back to their community. From furnishing a kitchen to building an entire facility, Jeeves coordinated two life changing transformations....
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....
Two student’s from Durham University, UK, visited Knysna in July 2023 as part of the Laidlaw Leadership Research Programme. This is Jordan's account of his time spent at KET. ...
With the generous support of attendees at the Festival of Books and a special contribution from Pam Golding, these age-appropriate books were secured. ...
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....
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. ...
Showing super human resilience, Knysna local Olebogeng Kgengwe embarked on a monumental challenge to support children's education. Raising over R42,000 for 550 education packs, his remarkable journey demonstrates the transformative power of community support in shaping a brighter future for the next generation....
KET's annual ECD Awards are a celebration of the ECD practitioners who are making a positive impact on our children. We invited teachers, principals and volunteers who have shown excellence in one or more aspects of their work. ...
Play encourages intellectual, social, emotional, and physical skill development. It is a necessary tool that helps children grow into successful adults. Read about the benefits of play and how KET encourages learning through play in our different programmes...