About our School
At Pinelands Montessori, every child is treated with respect and offered individual guidance in a stimulating environment. We provide an environment free of judgment, discrimination, and prejudice conducive to learning. Always placing our students’ best interests first.

We cater for 2 - 12 year olds:
- Full or half day attendance.
- Bright stimulating environment.
- Playball, Swimming, Coding, Ballet , Music and Islamic education.
- Caring, creative and motivated educators.
- Holiday care.
Pinelands Montessori is an Independent School located at Oude Molen Eco Village in Pinelands and was founded by Karima Loghdey.
Since its establishment in 2001, Pinelands Montessori’s aim has been to provide an environment where children aged between 2 and 12 years old have the opportunity to experience the benefits of a Montessori education in a nurturing and inviting co-educational environment.
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Pinelands Montessori is a close-knit community of parents, staff and students. We strive to assist children to develop to their full potential, to be happy and content, to grow in knowledge and confidence and to have respect for themselves and for others. Our nurturing environment provides children with a broad, harmonious, and holistic education.
Education
Montessori education is unique, based on the discoveries and insights of Dr. Maria Montessori who observed natural child development and designed and implemented an educational method devoted to the individual needs of the child, fostering cooperation, responsibility and independence.
Environment
We have a large grassed outside play area which includes a jungle gym, sandpit, trampoline and various other play and exercise equipment.
Classrooms
Our multi-grade classrooms have vertical age grouping for each phase. Our classrooms can accommodate 24 children, each with a qualified Directress and Assistant.
Our Team of Educators
Behind every lesson, discovery, and moment of enlightenment, there's a dedicated group of passionate individuals who are committed to nurturing the minds of tomorrow. Our team comprises experienced educators with diverse backgrounds, each bringing a unique perspective to the learning experience. Together, they create a dynamic and engaging educational environment that fosters creativity, critical thinking, and a lifelong love for learning.

Karima Loghdey
Administrator
Wendy debengu
Primary assistant
Marvin Wenn
Primary Aftercare
Sonia Taylor
Primary Coding and Technology
Yumna Meyer
Preschool Directress
Evernice Chadauna
Toddler Directress
Kirsty Chetty
Primary Directress
Jaquolene van Eeden
Primary AfrikaansExtra Mural Educators

Shanaaz rawoot
Islamic Education
Kate Millar
Dancing Instructor
Nisreen
Yoga
Thaaniyah
Swimming
Abe van Rensberg
Primary Ukelele
Sebastian Guile
Preschool music