Each year, we assess how children are growing, learning, and preparing for school. The 2025 ELOM results highlight both exciting progress and areas where extra support is still needed. Here’s a snapshot of what we learned this year....
We celebrated excellence in early childhood development at our annual awards ceremony on 2 December, honouring the dedication of principals and practitioners shaping young futures....
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....
KET's three-year Rotary International Global Grant has successfully closed, marking a significant milestone in improving Early Childhood Development (ECD) access in the Knysna region. KET partnered with SmartStart to establish new ECD facilities, train franchisees, and enhance existing sites, ensuring safe and quality learning environments for children. This initiative has not only improved infrastructure but...
A recent tragedy involving the mysterious death of a little boy attending an unregistered Early Childhood Development (ECD) facility in Bonteheuwal has raised outrage as the public question why the number of unregistered ECD facilities operating in the Western Cape is so high....
When Paula Whitney Preschool faced challenges during the Covid-19 pandemic, KET stepped in to prevent it from closing. The support that followed is a testament to Knysna's community. ...