Preschools & Crèches in Johannesburg
Looking for a preschool, crèche or aftercare in Johannesburg, Gauteng? Here's what parents should know before enrolling in 2026: what care typically costs, how to verify a school is registered, and the checks that matter on a visit.
Typical fees in Johannesburg (2026)
| Programme | Typical monthly fee |
|---|---|
| Full-day crèche / preschool (private) | R1 800 – R7 500 |
| Half-day programme | R1 000 – R4 500 |
| Community / subsidised ECD programme | Often under R1,200 |
Sandton, Fourways and surrounding suburbs sit at the top of the range.
Fee ranges are indicative estimates for private full-day programmes and vary widely by area, hours, meals and age group. Community and subsidised ECD programmes can cost far less. Always confirm fees directly with the school.
Budgeting tip: plan for the advertised fee plus roughly 15% to cover registration fees, levies and annual increases - see our full fees guide.
Preschools & crèches in Johannesburg (870)
Pebblestones Preschool Freeway Park
19 Speel Rd, Freeway Park, Boksburg, 1459
★ 4.9· 154 Google reviews
Baby Steps Early Learning Centre Linbro Park
43 Reid Ave, Linbro Park, Sandton, 2090
★ 4.9· 113 Google reviews
Bedfordview Baby and Toddler Centre Nursery School
13A Bradford Rd, Bedfordview, Johannesburg, 2007
★ 4.9· 111 Google reviews
Little Flock Preprimary
54 Hornbill Rd, Bryanston, Sandton, 2191
★ 4.9· 104 Google reviews
Babybums Randburg - Foundation Preschool
26 Hilltop St, Bordeaux, Randburg, 2194
★ 4.9· 102 Google reviews
Baby Toddles Infant & Toddler Day Care Centre
20 Douglas Harris Dr, Meyersdal, Alberton, 1447
★ 4.9· 102 Google reviews
Baby Steps Early Learning Centre
22 Riley Rd, Bedfordview, Germiston, 1611
★ 5.0· 101 Google reviews
LaLa Land Christian Academy
781 Corlett Ave, Witpoortjie, Roodepoort, 1724
★ 4.9· 100 Google reviews
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The Stables. Fountain rd sandton, 21 Fountain Rd, Beverley, Sandton, 2191
★ 5.0· 95 Google reviews
Tiny Tots Ferndale
460 Long Ave, Ferndale, Johannesburg, 2194
★ 5.0· 91 Google reviews
Diapers and Dummies Crèche & Nursery School Midrand
22 Poplar Rd, Noordwyk, Midrand, 1687
★ 4.9· 85 Google reviews
Piggy wiggy Preschool
312 Boundary Rd, Northriding, Randburg, 2040
★ 4.3· 82 Google reviews
Dynamic Kids Witpoortjie
1 Moller St, Witpoortjie, Roodepoort, 1724
★ 4.9· 81 Google reviews
Lotus Preschool and Aftercare An authentic Montessori school
2 Jukskei Ave, Gallo Manor, Sandton, 2052
★ 4.9· 74 Google reviews
Kids Town Montessori Pre-Primary School
Minto Road, Ernest Ullmann Park Recreation Centre, Morningside, Morningside Manor, 2196
★ 5.0· 70 Google reviews
Bright Beginnings Preschool Olivedale
112 Church St, Johannesburg North, Randburg, 2188
★ 4.8· 66 Google reviews
City Kidz Pre & Primary School
18 Mooi St, City and Suburban, Johannesburg, 2001
★ 4.5· 65 Google reviews
Pied Piper Preschool
13 Kangnussie Dr, Blairgowrie, Randburg, 2194
★ 5.0· 63 Google reviews
Molyneux Pre Primary School
7 Molyneux Ave, Selcourt, Springs, 1559
★ 4.9· 62 Google reviews
SpaceKidz
7 Cathkin St, Ravenswood, Boksburg, 1459
★ 4.9· 61 Google reviews
Little Steps Pre-School
23 Platina St, Jukskei Park, Randburg, 2188
★ 4.9· 60 Google reviews
Oakhill Preschool
47 Bauhinia St, Morningside, Sandton, 2057
★ 5.0· 57 Google reviews
Creative Kidz Academy Weltevredenpark
1240 Polo Ave, Weltevredenpark, Roodepoort, 1709
★ 4.9· 57 Google reviews
Tic Toc Nursery School
4 First Ave, Lambton, Germiston, 1401
★ 4.8· 56 Google reviews
Rutland Playschool and Preschool
1A Buccleuch Ave, Craighall Park, Sandton, 2196
★ 4.8· 55 Google reviews
Little Brave Warriors
26 William Nicol St, Florida Park, Roodepoort, 1709
★ 4.7· 55 Google reviews
Happy Hands and Hearts Daycare Centre
287 Frandaph Dr, Mondeor, Johannesburg South, 2091
★ 4.7· 54 Google reviews
Global Child Premium Preschool
3 Penelope Ave, Linden, Randburg, 2194
★ 5.0· 54 Google reviews
Soul Kids pre-School
210 Pretorius Rd, Vorna Valley, Midrand, 1686
★ 5.0· 54 Google reviews
24/7 Baby Castle Edutainment Centre
31 Taaibos street, Address is @, Liebenberg Rd, Noordwyk, Midrand, 1687
★ 4.8· 53 Google reviews
Grace Daycare & Aftercare Kempton Park
21 Flamink Rd, Birch Acres, Kempton Park, 1618
★ 4.8· 53 Google reviews
Laugh Learn Dainfern
12 Pegmatite Ave, Witkoppen, Sandton, 2068
★ 4.5· 52 Google reviews
Kiddies Christian Academy (Nursery School)
17 North Rd, Ravenswood, Boksburg, 1459
★ 4.8· 52 Google reviews
Baloo’s Necessities Preschool
48 Northumberland Rd, South Kensington, Johannesburg, 2094
★ 4.9· 49 Google reviews
Chickadees Nursery School
112 Gertrude Street Randburg, Fontainebleau, Johannesburg, 2000
★ 4.7· 49 Google reviews
Heavenly Flowers Pre-primary School
28 Fourth Ave, Lambton, Germiston, 1401
★ 4.3· 49 Google reviews
Laugh Learn Fourways
43 Darter Avenue , Norscot, Penguin Dr, Fourways, Johannesburg, 2196
★ 4.7· 48 Google reviews
Adventure Kidz
15 9th Rd, Bredell, Kempton Park, 1501
★ 4.9· 46 Google reviews
Celeb Kidz Academy Preschool and daycare Lenasia extension 5
37 Topaas St, Lenasia, 1820
★ 4.9· 46 Google reviews
The Apple Blossom Nursery School
15 Forest St, Turf Club, Johannesburg South, 2190
★ 4.8· 45 Google reviews
Little Angels Nursery School
J G Strijdom Rd, Mayberry Park, Alberton, 1448
★ 5.0· 45 Google reviews
Stirling Pre-School
13 Stirling Rd, Bryanston, Johannesburg, 2191
★ 5.0· 44 Google reviews
Laugh Learn Ferndale
75 Hill St, Ferndale, Randburg, 2191
★ 4.7· 44 Google reviews
Grace Daycare & Aftercare
4 Langenhoven St, Randhart, Alberton, 1449
★ 4.7· 44 Google reviews
Little Mozarts Daycare & Activity Center
92 Monument Rd, Nimrod Park, Kempton Park, 1619
★ 5.0· 44 Google reviews
Rainbow Kidz Academy - Nursery school Alberton
18 Pieter St, Brackenhurst, Alberton, 1448
★ 4.8· 43 Google reviews
River park international pre-school
5 Main Reef Rd, Benoni, 1501
★ 5.0· 43 Google reviews
Houghton Estate Preschool
58 St Johns Rd, Houghton Estate, Johannesburg, 2041
★ 4.8· 41 Google reviews
Grace Land Day & Boarding Care
23603 Pineapple St, Protea Glen, Soweto, 1622
★ 4.5· 41 Google reviews
Robin's Nest
141, Corner Lever Road and, 6th Rd, Noordwyk, Midrand, 1687
★ 4.5· 39 Google reviews
Willowbrook Montessori Preschool
10 Chopin Rd, Buurendal, Edenvale, 1609
★ 4.9· 39 Google reviews
Little People's Montessori Preschool
61 Dewlish Ave, Albemarle, Germiston, 1401
★ 5.0· 39 Google reviews
Hansel & Gretel Preschool & Daycare Centre
60 Sierra Nevada St, Lenasia South, 1829
★ 3.2· 39 Google reviews
Kids on Camborne
Cnr Camborne and, Penzance St, New Redruth, Alberton, 1449
★ 5.0· 37 Google reviews
Smartieland Kleuterskool
2 Primrose St, Kempton Park, 1619
★ 4.9· 37 Google reviews
Step Up Rynfield Private Academy
24 Miles Sharp St, Rynfield, Benoni, 1501
★ 4.6· 37 Google reviews
Smiley Kids Primrose
14 Poplar Rd, Primrose, Germiston, 1401
★ 4.8· 37 Google reviews
Smiley Kids Weltevredenpark
950 Grand Prix St, Weltevredenpark, Roodepoort, 1709
★ 4.9· 36 Google reviews
Madon Day Care
1628B Liebenberg Rd, Noordwyk, Midrand, 1685
★ 5.0· 36 Google reviews
Eldy Day Care and After Care Centre
85 Alberts Rd, Newlands, Randburg, 2092
★ 5.0· 35 Google reviews
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Preschools by area in Johannesburg
More listings in Johannesburg (37)
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- Barbie Day Care Centre114 Kimberley Minor Rd, Robertsham, Johannesburg, 2091082 316 4484
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- Montessori on a Hill Preschool6 Rocket Rd, Kensington, Johannesburg, 2101082 479 0647
- Mimosa School Drop off Pick up Point59 Ditton Ave, Auckland Park, Johannesburg, 2092011 726 8701
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- Top Kids Nursery School197 Cadogan Ave, Mondeor, Johannesburg South, 2091011 942 4869
- Lillies Christian Day Care and Pre-School58 Tudhope Ave, Berea, Johannesburg, 2198083 345 2617
- CHIP 'N' DALE Day Care Center45 Thomas St, Meredale, Johannesburg, 2091072 129 5599
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- Towers Main Blue Door Centre49 Polly St, City and Suburban, Johannesburg, 2001071 539 0839
- Rosehill Nursery school2 Albert St, Townsview, Johannesburg South, 2190011 435 3742
- Chico Daycare19 Henleyweg, Auckland Park, Johannesburg, 2006064 742 7643
- Virtuoso 24 hrs kids Care and preschool88 Victoria Rd, Regents Park, Johannesburg, 2197060 912 4124
- LITTLE NATIONS DAYCARE AND EDUCARE CENTER01 Biccard St, Braamfontein, Johannesburg, 2001083 412 1363
- Lovely Angels Day Care & Preschool78 Anderson St, Marshalltown, Johannesburg, 2001083 445 1033
- Eaglets House Pre Primary School & After CareExt 1, 16 Lebanon Rd, The Hill, Johannesburg, 2197065 980 8868
- Little Bambi Day Care Preschool Aftercare & Transport93 Park Rd, Turffontein, Johannesburg South, 2190011 683 5815
- The After School Zone & Learning Centre49 Leicester Rd, Kensington, Johannesburg, 2100076 806 9165
- Little Paradise Montessori Pre-School4 York Rd, South Kensington, Johannesburg, 2094084 645 1744
- Enchanted Forest Montessori Preschool22 Jan Smuts Ave, Forest Town, Johannesburg, 2193068 782 0623
- Thabang Thabong Pre-School & Aftercare109 Limerick Rd, Crown Gardens, Johannesburg South, 2091072 300 1072
- Zenith Pre-School & Daycare Centre123 Pritchard St, Hillbrow, Johannesburg, 2001011 336 1756
- south point kids preschool and baby care centre1 Biccard St, Braamfontein, Johannesburg, 2017083 503 2200
- Club Engage - Sacred Heart14 Eckstein St, Observatory, Johannesburg, 2198082 497 4540
- Glenkidz4 Edendale Ave, Glenanda, Johannesburg South, 2091011 432 0389
- Genesis Academy of Little Learners5 Lisbon Ave, Robertsham, Johannesburg South, 2091011 433 3134
- BUGSY MALONE PRE-PRIMARY24 Alamein Rd, Robertsham, Johannesburg, 2091011 433 3099
- Eden Garden Pre-Learning CentrePritchard, and, Von Wielligh St, Johannesburg, 2001073 763 2789
- Tiny Tots Creche & Pre School67 Berea Rd, Lorentzville, Johannesburg, 2094011 614 0172
- Isisekelo Preschool and Aftercare21 Vulcan St, Kensington, Johannesburg, 2094082 417 6660
- Rainbow Aftercare and Holiday club8Audrey Street, Mangold Park, Gqeberha, 6070062 913 7533
- Lethabong Day And After Care CenterC00/1, 186, Westaid Mansions, Braamfontein, Johannesburg, 2017082 698 6654
- Little Feet Nursery School24 De Villiers St, Turffontein, Johannesburg South, 2140
- Smiling Panda Daycare And Aftercare15 Dorchester Rd, Robertsham, Johannesburg, 2091083 493 1790
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Before you enrol: the 5-minute checklist
- Registration: ask to see the ECD programme registration certificate and staff vetting against the Child Protection Register and the National Register for Sex Offenders.
- Ratios: roughly 1 adult per 6 babies, 1:12 for toddlers, 1:20 for 3–4 year olds.
- Security: controlled access, sign-in for visitors, a clear list of who may collect your child.
- Hygiene: child-height toilets or potties, handwashing routine, certified kitchen if meals are served.
- The feel: visit mid-morning - engaged children and warm, unhurried staff tell you more than any brochure.
Full detail in How to choose a preschool and 25 questions to ask on a tour.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a crèche or preschool cost in Johannesburg?
Full-day private crèche and preschool fees in Johannesburg typically range from R1 800 to R7 500 per month in 2026. Half-day programmes typically cost R1 000 to R4 500. Community and subsidised ECD programmes cost significantly less. Fees vary by hours, meals and age group, so always confirm directly with the school.
How do I check if a crèche in Johannesburg is registered?
Ask the school to show you its ECD programme registration certificate. Early childhood development programmes in South Africa register through the Department of Basic Education, and staff must be vetted against the National Child Protection Register and the National Register for Sex Offenders. A legitimate school will show you its paperwork without hesitation.
What age should my child start preschool in Johannesburg?
Most children join a structured preschool programme between ages 3 and 4. Grade R (the compulsory reception year) is for children turning 5 by 30 June of that year. Crèches and daycare accept children from around 3 months, typically when parental leave ends.
What should I look for when visiting a preschool in Johannesburg?
Check registration paperwork, adult-to-child ratios (roughly 1:6 for babies up to 1:20 for 3–4 year olds), secure access control, clean age-appropriate bathrooms, shaded outdoor play space, and staff who engage warmly with children. Visit mid-morning on a normal weekday rather than only at an open day.