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.

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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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Community

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 classrooms are equipped with Montessori teaching apparatus. 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

Karima Loghdey

Head of Primary School
Katinka Laithwaite

Katinka Laithwaite

Head of Preschool
Wendy debengu

Wendy debengu

Primary assistant
Chenayi Chitiyo

Chenayi Chitiyo

Grounds Maintenance Staff
Evernice Chadauna

Evernice Chadauna

Toddler Directress
Kirsty Chetty

Kirsty Chetty

Primary Directress
Natheefa Fakier

Natheefa Fakier

Preschool Assistant
Kristen Koppman

Kristen Koppman

Toddler Assistant
Jamie-Lee Raman

Jamie-Lee Raman

Preschool Directress
Rifqah Abrahams

Rifqah Abrahams

Preschool Directress
Rifqah Abrahams

Shanaaz rawoot

Islamic Education
Rifqah Abrahams

Kate Millar

Dancing Instructor

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