Parent Policy Handbook and FAQ 2017
Every parent must read this document before the start of the Pre-School year
so that the general running of the Pre-School is understood by all.
We undertake to provide the very best care and love for your child and will
cherish your child as an individual.
We are sure your child will enjoy his / her stay.
Please read the Pre-School regulations carefully.
School hours: Monday to Friday 06h30 – 12h30 plus optional aftercare until 17h30
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The school will be closed on public holidays.
Gauteng Government school holidays are observed and a holiday programme is run
for the benefit of working parents.
OUR LITTLE BEARS are SNORING between 12h30 and 14h30.
PLEASE DONOT DISTURB
RATHER PLEASE call 082-928-4411 OR 011-486-4779
www.teddybearsmontessori.co.za
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Our Mission Statement
Our job is to develop these little people into confident
learners, with good values, independent thinkers that
have a strong sense of what is right and what is wrong.
We can do this together with the help of our colleagues
and parents. This is an extremely challenging job if you
are not helping us.
We are committed to ensuring each child’s learning is
powerful and purposeful. We design learning activities for
the children to broaden knowledge, build understanding,
improve learning processes and skills and explore new
interests in a culture of curiosity.
The teachers and staff of Teddy Bears Montessori
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1. FEES, CONDITIONS AND PAYMENTS
 Monthly Fee Options:
R2150 x 12 Months until 12h30
R2500 x 12 Months until 15h00
R2750 x 12 Months until 17h30
Payable by NO later than the first day of each month including
Pre-School holidays.
 Termly Fee Options:
We follow the Public school terms per year.
Half day fees per
term x 4 (until
12h30)
R6450 per term
Half day fees per
annum
R25 800
R24250 annual fee
incl 6% discount
3 Quarter Day fees
x4
( until 15h00)
R7500 per term
¾ Day fees per
annum
R30 000
R28 200 annual
fee incl 6%
discount
Full day fees x 4
( until 17h30)
R8250 per term
Full Day fees per
annum
R33 000
R31 000 annual
fee incl 6%
discount
First payment is due on the first day of term.
Payable by 28 February 2017, 6 % discount applicable only if this
fee is received by 28 February 2017.
Late Pick up Fees is R90.00 per 30mins.
 Please Note:
School fees are inclusive of breakfast, Arts & Crafts, Music
programme & Toilet Training
(Toddler Class 18 mths to 30 months/ 2.5 Years of age);
thereafter an additional fee of R400 per month will be charged
for children over the age of 30 Months who are NOT FULLY
TOILET TRAINED or wearing pull ups to or at school.
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 Additional School Lunch:
If you would like the school to provide your child with
lunch everyday this is R450 additional cost each month.
Please see page 20 for detail/school menu.
Juice is provided in Summer and Rooibos Tea in the
colder Seasons
 Banking Details :
Bank: First National Bank
Branch Code: 256 505 Melville
Name: Teddy Bears Montessori Pre-School Education CC
Acc No: 621 -33-470- 427
(Proof of deposits must be submitted to the Pre-School
Please use your child’s name as a reference.)
Via email to: [email protected]
 Please note:
 We reserve the right to deny admittance to any child whose
tuition is not paid by the due date.
 Interest will be charged on all overdue fees.
 Refer to drawer cheques returned will incur an additional fee
of R120.00 per item.
 A non-refundable registration fee equivalent to R1850 is
required.
 Pupils will not be accepted into the Pre-School unless this has
been paid.
 Fees are payable as usual during a child's absence owing to
illness, holiday arrangements and when the Pre-School closes
for Pre-School holidays.
 Discount is given for siblings attending school at the same
time ( discount is less 10% of the 2nd child’s monthly school)
 A TERM’S written notice (3 month’s) or one FULL TERM’S FEES in
lieu of notice, is required if you wish to withdraw your child
from the Pre-School.
 Parents are required to complete and sign the Enrolment
Form, if this form is not received before your child’s date of
admission, your child will be denied admittance into the Pre-
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School. Kindly note NO notice will be accepted in Nov, Dec
& Jan.
2. PRE-SCHOOL HOURS
 06h30 – 12h30 Optional After care( see above for details)
 A late arrival is disturbing to the teachers and will cause your
child to miss part of their morning group and art activity,
please be at school not later than 08h00 daily.
 Please note: Please inform the Pre-School via email or sms if
your child will be collected by someone other than yourself.
3. MEDICAL/HYGIENE
 Please telephone the Pre-School 011 486 4779 or sms on
082 928 4411 if your child is unable to attend the Pre-School
that day.
 A sick child or a child showing signs of illness including
coughs, runny noses, temperatures during the night and so
on, may not be brought to Pre-School until he/she has fully
recovered. Please consider the needs of the child, teachers
and other children in this regard. Should your child be on any
medication such as antibiotics etc., please keep him/her at
home. Should your child be absent due to a contagious or
infectious illness, please notify the Pre-School immediately.
 The Pre-School reserves the right to request a medical
certificate before a child may return to Pre-School after a
reported contagious illness.
 The children are taught to wash their hands after using the
bathroom or wiping their noses and also before eating and
whenever they are coughed or sneezed upon. Healthy is
happy so let’s try our best to keep our Pre-School that way
 Also, staff and children’s hands and surfaces are sprayed
daily with a natural Anti-bacterial/virus solution.
4. SNACK TIME
 All children must bring their own healthy snacks to
School provides fresh fruit which are prepared by
Teachers)
 Children are encouraged to pack a dairy snack for the
morning (yogurt/cheese) as well as a snack for the
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afternoon this may include fruit, sarmie (Bread and jam
etc.), popcorn or biscuits.
5. REPORTS/ FEEDBACK
 First and Third Term- Parent’s Meetings
 (one on one by appointment via calendly.com/teddybears)
 Second & Fourth Term – detailed written report on your
child’s progress
 If you would like to discuss your child’s progress or any
concerns you may have, please schedule a meeting at a
time suitable to all concerned via calendly.com/teddybears
6. CLOTHING
 Children should be dressed in clothing that they can put on
and remove easily therefore we have a school uniform. This
encourages independence, self-confidence and minimises
toilet accidents. We ask that parents please do not send
your children in any new, expensive, or special clothing. We
cannot ensure that your child will go home looking as clean
as when they arrived at Pre-School. Pre-School is a place
where they use paint, glue etc. that may occasionally spill on
your children’s clothes. It is unfair to the children and
teachers when parents get visibly upset when their children’s
clothes are dirty from paint, food or sand. We do our best to
ensure that your child wears an apron, does not wipe his/her
hands all over their clothes and washes well. Children also
love to play outside and their clothes will get dirty.
 The Pre-School will not be held liable for clothes that
become soiled, torn, or misplaced.
 Children are not allowed to come to Pre-School dressed in
‘superhero’ outfits.
 Please mark all clothing and shoes clearly.
 A spare set of clothing for emergencies must be kept in your
child's bag.
 If your child is not toilet trained, please ensure that you bring
a labelled set of nappies and baby wipes. If your child is not
yet toilet trained the teachers will work with you to facilitate
successful toilet training.
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 Please ensure that your child has a labelled sunhat (This will
be kept at Pre-School) and sun block in his/her bag.
 School Uniform 2017
Turquoise & navy
 Golf-Shirts R 160 each/ long sleeve shirts T, R180 each
 Tracksuits (navy with turquoise) R400 per track suit
 Beanies R 80 /Sun hats R100
All these can be worn with denims or leggings and
comfortable shoes
7. TOILET TRAINING
Parents are encouraged to share their toilet training plan with their
teacher to ensure a successful training experience between PreSchool and home.
 Frequent communication on a child’s progress is necessary
to make this experience comfortable for your child. When
your child is ready to be potty trained we will take your child
regularly to the bathroom. Some indications that your child is
ready to be toilet trained are:
- Begins to dislike wearing a nappy, perhaps trying to pull it off
when it’s wet or soiled.
- Is able to follow simple instructions e.g. ‘Please give Daddy the
ball’
 Please remember to let your child learn at his own pace. It
will also help if you have an established daily routine with
your child so toilet training can be slotted into your normal
routine.
8. SECURITY
 The Pre-School is linked to CAP Security and our staff carries
panic buttons.
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 Once the children enter the Pre-School they are secure
within their enclosed play areas. Use the access code that
YOU have provided the school with. It is very important that
this code is NOT shared with anyone.
 When entering and exiting the Pre-School please ensure that
you close the security gates.
 Please ensure that you accompany your child when leaving
or arriving at the Pre-School.
9. ATTENDENCE REGISTER
Are marked daily by staff. All 3rd parties that are authorised
by parents to pick their child/children up from school must provide
a letter; ID, drivers licence or passport and teachers must be
informed via sms, email or phone call by the child’s parent.
10. BIRTHDAY RINGS
 These are celebration days and we would love to make it
extra special for your child. You are most welcome to attend
the birthday ring.
 Please liaise with your child’s teacher to book a suitable date
for your child’s birthday ring/ party.
 Please could you bring the following: Photographs of your
child from each year of his/her life? And/OR
 Please will you fill out the Celebration of life form ( paragraph
38) so that we can read this out to your child on the day in
order to celebrate her/his uniqueness? If you are available to
attend the birthday circle then you can read this out to your
child. Please ask class teacher or email the principal for this
letter/form. A copy is provided on page
 Please ask us for a class list. We will gladly place your child’s
birthday invitations in the children’s pockets for you or you
are welcome to email them, should you be having a party
elsewhere other than at school.
 Please provide CAKE/ CUPCAKE/ MUFFINS for a dozen
children, 2-3 big packets of chips/ popcorn and 2 ltr juice/
milk shake for his/her class. 10-15 children for 3-6 year old
groups and 6-8 children for the toddler groups.
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 Party packs are optional and should include 1 packet chips
and 1 juice with max 2 sweets OR dry fruit sticks, or yogurt or
cheese cubes ( no toys as the smalls might choke on them)
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11. NO TOYS
 No toys, sweets, trinkets, money etc. (unless it is money for
Tuck shop or toys for Show & Tell) may be brought to the PreSchool. Please ensure that your child leaves these at home.
These inevitably cause strife amongst the children. And it is
not a pleasant feeling if my friend breaks or takes my toy.
12. CHANGE OF PERSONAL CONTACT DETAILS !!!!NB!!!!
 As soon as there is a change in your contact details, please
inform the school so that the correct cell number, email
address or update it on D6 Communicator etc. should there
be a need to contact you in an emergency.
13. Fun Weekly Activities.
13.1 Mondays : Bakers Day for Children 3yrs and Older We have Bakers Day every Monday. Each child has a turn to be
the ‘Baker man’ and is asked to bring eats for his group (8 to 10
children). Please bring something savoury and healthy- you may
ask us for any suggestions. Your child will wear a Bakers hat and
sell his/her goodies in exchange for coins. This is a wonderful time
for a parent and child to work together in the kitchen and make
something special for the class (goodies can be bought from your
local grocery store or bakery). You will be invoiced R15 monthly so
that the classmates can buy from the baker, if not your child may
not take part in this activity. You will be notified when your child
has been chosen to be the “Baker man”.
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13.2 Tuesdays : Show & Tell
Children are allowed to bring a toy to school to show to their
peers and speak a bit about. This fun activity builds selfconfidence, vocabulary for future public speaking skills. This is the
only day that children may bring toys from home to play with. No
child may take another child’s toy home with them.
13.3 Wednesdays :Tuck-shop for the 3 – 6 yr olds
R15 will be invoice monthly for your child to spend on
popcorn/chips/muffins or 1 or 2 sweets. The non perishable items
are sent home to be enjoyed.
13.4 Thursdays: Hotdog
Hotdogs cost R30 per child. Please send in R30 every Thursday for
lunch and juice.
13.5 Fridays: Fun
Every Friday all children take part in outdoor organised games.
This Includes ball games such as soccer, board games, water
games, obstacle courses and action rhymes.
14. WASTE MATERIALS
 Please help us with any of the following waste materials for
our art activities: Paper, cardboard, wine sleeves, bubble
wrap, buttons, ribbon, material, lace, wool, pipe cleaners,
foam chips, ice-cream containers, yoghurt cups, felt, doilies,
crepe paper, and confetti.
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15. EXTRA MURAL ACTIVITIES
 Fridays = Buzzi Bodies school PE lesson all at additional cost,
depending on numbers as well, are offered at the PreSchool. R100 per child per month
 Mondays= Yoga calming, soothing, relaxing techniques for 4
– 6 year olds at additional cost
 Glen & Antje – Music for Minors aka Upbeat 082 307 8834
R200 per child per month
 Brain Gym done daily incl in school fees
 Mind moves done daily included in school fees
 These activities are done when it is outside time for the
children. You will be invoice with school invoice for these
activities and fees. If you are interested in enrolling your child
in any of these activities, please ask us for an enrolment form.
Extra Mural Contact Details:
Buzzi Bodies 071 484 0756
Yoga Kiddies Marion 076 535 2973
Music for Minors aka Upbeat 082 307 8834
16. TO BRING ON THE FIRST DAY:
For the 12 to 36 Months.
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A 4 Notebook ( Communication Book)
3-6 Labelled Nappies -daily
1 Packet Wet Wipes - daily
Barrier Cream - daily
Hand Towel ( Labelled)
4 Boxes Facial Tissues ( 200’s)
Wet wipes
24 x Toilet Rolls ( 1 ply only)
4x Dettol Bar Soaps
daily
 A daily bag packed with the following: A spare set or 2 of
clothing, a lunch box with a healthy snack and lunch/ juice
or water UNLESS your child will be eating school
Lunch. One whole fruit should be packed as a snack daily
too.
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 Copy of deposit or registration fee
 Proof of payment of school fees
 Teddy Bears Montessori Rules return slip
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For the 3 to 6 Year Olds.
Hand Towel ( Labelled)
4 Boxes Facial Tissues ( 200’s)
1 x Wet wipes
24 x Toilet Rolls ( 1 ply only)
4x Dettol Bar Soaps
A daily bag packed with the following: A spare set of
clothing, a lunch box with a healthy snack and lunch/ juice
or water UNLESS your child will be eating school
Lunch. A Whole fruit to share.
Proof of payment for deposit/ registration fee
Proof of payment for school fees
Teddy Bears Montessori rules return slip
For Aftercare Children.
 1x Stackable mattress – can order from school at the cost of
R400, 00 each (incl waterproofing & sheet).
 1x Cot size Duvet/Blanket
17. COMMUNICATION / NOTICES etc.
 A Communication book is available for parents to write a
note for the teacher’s attention – please write as we forget
verbal messages.
 The 12 – 36 month olds will have daily feedback/
communication ONLY in an A4 book ( please cover and
label and bring to school daily)
 Newsletters, invoices, term events, Baker’s day/Sharing
basket notices will be sent to you via email/ hard copies &
White notice board when necessary. Receipts and birthday
invitations will be placed in your child’s lockers. Children’s
artwork will be placed in your child’s locker. Please ensure
that you check and clear your child’s locker on a daily basis.
18. SUBJECT TO CHANGE/RIGHT OF ADMISSION RESERVED
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 Fees, conditions, rules and regulations are subject to change
without notification.
 Please note: The Pre-School reserves the right of admission.
19. DISCIPLINE AT HOME AND AT SCHOOL
“Consistency is the cornerstone of a child’s development,
“Dr Maria Montessori
It is in your child’s best interest that we work together as a team.
Please do not let your child stay up later than 20h00 during the
week nights.
Teach your child to sit at the table and eat meals using a knife
and fork, and encourage basic good table manners.
Teach your child to dress and undress himself, and to put his/her
dirty clothes in the laundry basket. This will teach him/her
independence and a sense of order and connectedness.
Non Violence
Too much television/ TV games/ Computers is harmful for your
child
Children do not need television. Your child needs your attention;
do not use television as a convenient “baby sitter” Provide puzzles,
colouring books, and play dough and reading books for your child
and enjoy special moments reading to your child before bedtime.
Teach your child to listen to you, and insist that they obey your
instructions. Be consistent and firm. You are the adult, and you are
in control. A child knows what he/she wants, but he/she does not
know what is good for him/her. YOU do.
Should you have any concerns or queries, please do not hesitate
to discuss them with the Principal or your child’s class teacher. We
are happy to assist you in any way that we can. It is absolutely
essential that we work together to help your child reach his/her full
potential.
Together we can help them take their rightful place in society and
encourage them to make a meaningful contribution to the
society in which they live.
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20. BITING POLICY
 Incidents of biting can be stressful for both the children and
parents involved. It is important to understand that frequent
biting occurs when a child is frustrated and is unable to
express their needs adequately. A child may be biting as an
attention seeking device, to relieve teething discomfort or for
oral exploration. Commonly, biting is seen in children
between 13 months and 30 months of age. (Toddler Group)
The children are trying so hard to be independent. ‘Mine’ are
their favourite words. Learning to do things independently,
making choices, and needing control over a situation are
part of growing up. Biting is a powerful way to control others.
If a child wants something, biting is a quick way to get what
you want. It is not a sign that the child, parent or the PreSchool has failed. Repetitive incidents of biting will require a
parent teacher conference.
Most bites do not break the skin. If the skin is not broken the bite
will be washed with soap and water then an ice pack applied a
little cream and a plaster. Lots of TLC will also be given. If the skin is
broken, the parent will be contacted by phone stating the
situation. When a child bites we try and teach the child new
behaviour by showing the ‘biter’ with our voice and facial
expressions that biting is unacceptable. We speak firmly and look
directly into the child’s eyes. For example we would say “No Tom,
it’s not okay to bite. It hurts John when you bite him. He’s crying. I
won’t let you bite John or another child.” If the child is able to talk
well enough we might say, “You can tell John to please move
instead of biting him”.
We realise that biting can be an uncomfortable issue for Parents
and the Pre-School will try their outmost to share information about
the biting and plans for controlling the situation.
21. INJURIES TO CHILDREN
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 Parents will be contacted immediately should their child
sustain an injury. This also includes insect bites, bruises, bite
marks, etc.
 Teaching staff are required to record the incident in our
‘incident book’. This book is kept in the office.
22. CHILDREN’S ART WORK
Toddler12 -36 Month old Class – 2 or 3 times a week, art
activities.
 3 – 6 Year Old Class – Special art activities are done on a
Friday mornings..
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23. THE CHILDREN’S GENERAL GROUND RULES
 We have daily ‘grace and courtesy groups’. These groups
demonstrate positive social behaviour which help the
children adapt to life in a group and arm them with
knowledge of socially acceptable behaviour. For example
‘How to say please and thank you ’Respect for others - you
may not hurt others (this includes
Hitting/kicking/biting/pushing/grabbing/pinching/bullying)
another child or disturbing another child’s work.
 Respect for self - you may not do things which might
endanger your safety.
 Respect for equipment - you must use the equipment with
care and return it to its place ready for someone else to use.
 No Hitting
 No guns (toy)
 No Kicking
Please re-inforce these rules at home
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24. THE CHILDREN’S PLAYGROUND RULES (Monitored areas and
their rules)
 Fence- should not be climbed on and things should not be
thrown over the fence.
 Sticks and stones may not be carried or thrown. Flowers and
grass should be left for others to enjoy. Trees may not be
climbed or leaves pulled off.
 Sandpit- sand stays in sandpit including bucket and spades.
Bare hands and feet may be buried not clothes. Juice
bottles may not be filled with sand. No water or juice is
allowed in the sandpit.
 Throwing sand is not allowed nor is transporting sandpit sand
to other areas.
 One child at a time on the fireman’s pole/slide or trampoline.
( playgroup equipment changes from time to time)
 Swings - Child to stand at one side to wait for his/her turn.
Child to sit on swings.
25. POSITIVE BEHAVIOUR MANAGEMEMT
 We use a variety of developmentally appropriate behaviour
management techniques to direct or re-direct your child in a
positive, firm and relaxed manner. The children are
explained the rules of the Pre-School frequently, so they are
all familiar with them.
 Please keep in mind that there will be disagreements
between children, young children especially, who are not
adept at communication. We will try our best to prevent
problems/re-direct, discuss inappropriate behaviour and
encourage making amends when offense involves another
person.
 The following methods of discipline will be used at PreSchool: Intervention and group discussions or ‘time out’ or
“Peace table” -The teacher will have a discussion with the
child about his/her behaviour.
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26. MONTESSORI KEY CONCEPTS AND PRACTICES
 The Pre-School is committed to promoting quality education
for all children based on these key concepts:
To foster competent, confident, independent and responsible
adaptive citizens who are lifelong learners and problem solvers.
 Learning occurs in an inquiring, co-operative, and nurturing
atmosphere.
 Learning takes place through the senses. Children learn by
manipulating the Montessori materials and interacting with
others.
 The child is considered as whole. The physical, emotional,
social, moral, and cognitive needs and interests are
inseparable and equally important.
 The most important years of growth are the first six years of
life, when unconscious learning is gradually brought to a
conscious level.
 Children are to be respected and treated as individuals.
 Building a child’s self-esteem is paramount. Only high selfesteem will help a child develop the inner motivation for
thinking and acting independently and responsibly.
27. IN OUR PREPARED MONTESSORI ENVIRONMENT
 Our Montessori classroom is an environment carefully and
thoughtfully prepared daily by our teachers for the children.
It contains all the essentials for optimal learning. Attributers of
a prepared environment include order, beauty, and
simplicity. Everything is child sized to enhance the children’s
independent functioning. We recognise that each child
learns at his/her own pace. It is a child centred approach
and through our daily written observations and record
keeping on each child, we are able to direct the child’s daily
activities based on their needs, strengths, and
developmental stages.
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 The Montessori materials in our classroom offer concrete,
multi-sensory experiences, which actively engage the child,
correcting, giving feedback and increasing the child’s
opportunities for self-directed work. The materials contain
many aims or goals and can often be explored at different
levels.
 The Montessori programme develops a positive attitude
towards Pre-School and a gives the child a feeling of
security, sense of order, curiosity, concentration, persistence,
an ability to make decisions, a sense of independence, selfconfidence and sense of responsibility towards others
 There are five distinct areas that make up the Prepared
Environment: Practical Life, Sensorial, Mathematics, and
Language and Culture areas.
 Toddler area (Monica & Brenda) has many self-help activities
that help the child to be more independent as well as basic
activities such as threading, matching, puzzles and sorting.
This area is simpler and slower pace than the rest of the
classroom. Since this is also the age of very strong imitation,
the adult in the classroom constantly models appropriate
social skills, good manners and consideration of others
3-6 Year Olds:
 Practical life (Onica ) exercises are purposeful activities that
build on the child’s natural interest in what is around him,
relating to the world he knows best- his home. The basic
motor skills required for writing are found in this area as the
child masters the ‘pincer grip’ and learns to work from left to
right. The activities also enhance the development of
concentration, co-ordination, task completion, cognitive
order and grace and courtesy.
Examples are: pouring water, dressing frames, squeezing
oranges, tweezers exercise, and care of environment
activities.
 Sensorial area (Onica ) - enables the child to order,
sequence, classify and describe sensory impressions in
relation to length, width, weight, and colour.
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Each scientifically designed material isolates a quality found
in the world such as size, shape etc. and isolation focuses the
attention on one aspect.
Examples in this area are cylinder blocks, knobbles cylinders,
geometric solids, and red rods.
 Mathematics (Preshanie/ Zia ) - through the uses of didactic
materials in the classroom the child is able to internalise
concepts of numbers, symbols, sequence, operations, and
memorization of facts. Examples of these would be number
rods, spindles boxes, cards and counters and golden bead
material.
 Language area (Preshanie/ Zia) - this includes oral language
development, written expression and reading. Basic
language activities linking sounds to letters and expression of
thought through writing. Examples of some of the language
materials would be sandpaper letters, metal insets. Pink,
blue, and green reading material.
 Culture (Preshanie / Zia) – this exposes the child to the
introduction of geography, history, and the sciences. Music,
art and creative movements are part of the integrated
cultural curriculum. Some examples are the coloured globe,
land/water forms, insect folder, magnetic / non-magnetic
activities, and the musical instruments.
28. THE PRACTICALITIES
 Should any problems arise that your child requires
professional input, we will discuss this with you immediately
and advise you on whom to approach. It is really important
to note that once we do make an assessment and require
this additional input, it is because we have observed the
child carefully and base our assessment on a genuine
concern for the child’s development. We thus require you to
take the necessary action and follow up on the
recommendation, within two weeks.
 Please inform us of the process that is being followed which
can sometimes take time. The most important thing that we
need to know is that you are taking action on behalf of your
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child. Please provide us with any written reports as well as
regular updates on his/her progress.
29. BEFORE YOUR CHILD STARTS THE FOLLOWING MUST BE HANDED
TO THE PRE-SCHOOL:
 An original completed and signed copy of the Pre-School’s
Enrolment Form.
 A copy of your child’s birth certificate and immunization
records.
 Your child’s assessment reports. (if any)
 A Copy of Medical Aid Details
 Both Parent’s/ Guardians ID/Passport
 Proof of Residence
 3 month’s bank statements
 3 Accounts for References
Please note that a credit check will be down on all
applicants.
30. TO BRING ON THE FIRST DAY OF PRE-SCHOOL
please see the list in paragraph 16 and Proof of payment of
deposit + 1st months school fees.
31. S.African School Term 2017 to confirm
Below is a guideline from 2016 :
1st Term 13th Jan to 18th March ( TBM re-opens Mon 11th Jan 2016)
( TBM closed ON 23rd, 24th, 25th March Good Friday & Easter Mon 28th March
& 29th March 2016 re-opens Wed 30th March 2016)
2nd Term 5th April to 24th June
( school closed 25th, 26, 27th Freedom day, 28th & 29th April &
2nd May – Workers day Re-open Tues 3rd May 2016)
3rd Term 18 July to 30 September
( school closed on 5th, 6th,7th Oct and re-opens Mon 10th Oct)
4th Term 12th October to 15th December
( school closed from 15th Dec and re-opens 9th Jan 2016)
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Holiday care available upon request min 2 weeks before @ R100
per child per day, provided that we have a minimum of 10
children present for Holiday care. Otherwise our daily rate will
apply R200 per day per child.
Please arrange with Principal in advance
Baby sitting services available upon request as well R100 p/h
School closed on Public Holidays & weekends
32. Concert & Pre-schoolers Graduation
Compulsory for all children 12 months and older, concert fee is
R400 per child as it is also a fun day for ALL he children and
parents and staff
More details closer to time.
33. Privacy Policy
Facebook Page and Website  for advertising to communicate
and share information to the parents of TBM only and for safety
and security. Nobody is allowed to share photos from this page.
Consent forms attached if you would allow us to use your childs
photos. We also communicate with you via D6 communicator.
Please download onto phones and desktops for easy
communications
34. Themes for 2017
Jan: My School & Home
Feb: My body
Mar: My Senses
Apr: Shapes
May: Colours
Jun: People who help us
Jul: Wild animals
Aug: My pet & zoo animals
Sep: Birds
Oct: Healthy eating
Nov: Let’s go shopping!q
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Dec: What I do to have fun
35. Road shows:
There will be one road show per theme.
Dates And Cost to be confirmed.
36. Credit Checks on all parents:
Credit Checks are to be conducted through ACCOUNTABILITY on all applicants
before you and your child are accepted @ TBM.
37. Daily Routine
12 to 36 months old Class & 3-6 Yr. old Class
07h00 - 08h00
Welcome / Free Plays
08h00 - 08h30
Breakfast // Toilet time/ nappy
08h30 - 09h00
Morning Ring / Group Discussion /
changing
Mind Moves with Preshanie Daily
09h00 - 10h20 1:1
Work Cycle / Play Dough/ Painting/
Sandpit/Colouring.
10h20 – 10h30
Hygiene Routine / Tidy Up/ Toilet time/
Prep. Snack
10h30 – 10h45
Snack Time/ Tea Time
10h45-11h30
Free Play/Work cycle/Play dough/Painting/
Colouring/Extra Murals etc...
11h30 – 11h 45 Free Play
11h45 – 12h00
Prep for Lunch
12h00 – 12h30
Lunch Time
12h15 – 12h45
Hygiene Routine/ Free Play/ Tidy Up / Story time
Home Time – Half Day
12h45 – 13h00
Preparation for nap time/ toilet time/ nappy changing
13h00 – 14h30
Nap Time/ Quiet Time for all
14h30 – 14h45
Wake up time/Hygiene Routine/ Toilet time/ Nappy
Changing/ prep snack/ Fold blankets
15h00 – 15h30
Snack
15h00 – 17h30 Home Times / Free Play/ Painting/ Story Time
Colouring/Play Dough/ messy play
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16h30 – 17h20
Tidy Up/ Hygiene Routine/ Home Time
17h30
School Closed
38.CELEBRATION OF LIFE
( used for Birthday Celebration, parents please complete and return to
school, you can use your creativity and imagination to explain well enough
for the little ones to understand and enjoy)
A Celebration of Life is a wonderful way to celebrate a birthday by honoring
a child’s life and accomplishments. If possible, please find photograph for
each year of their life and write a short life story to be brought to school for
this celebration (photo’s will be returned)
The following is a SAMPLE life story. I ask that you let your child participate in
selecting the photos and writing his or her life story for this celebration.
The story of_____________________________________________ who was born on
_____________________________________________ (month, day, year) in
___________________________ (city, state, country, continent) on the planet
Earth. He/she had to be held and taken care of all the time, couldn’t talk or
tell mom or dad what was needed, had to wear diapers, drank lots of milk
and slept most of the time. By ________________ months he/she
could_____________________________________ (sit, sit up by his/herself, crawl,
etc.) When _______________________ was 1 year old he/she
_________________________ ( learned to walk, etc.) He/she loved to
____________________________. At 2 years old _________________________
learned to use the toilet etc.)__________________________. When
________________________ was 3 years old he/she (came to the 3 – 6 yrs. old
class of a Montessori school/ a Montessori school), could talk in whole
sentences, run, ride a tricycle) and loved
doing_______________________________________. At home he/she helped
by________________________________________________________. When
_________________ turned 4years old he/she
could______________________________________. And now
________________________________ is _______________ years old! He/she can
_____________________________________________ all by her/himself! His/hers
favorite colour is __________, favorite food is_______________________________
favorite activity is_______________________________ etc.
The Celebration of Life is done during morning snack time 10h15 (Parents are
required to be there at least 5 mins before the time. Photography is
permitted) you are welcome to join your child’s celebration by reading your
child’s story as they carry a globe and walk around the sun that is placed in
the middle of the circle/class. If you are unable to attend, a teacher will read
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it. In either case, thank you for your help in making your child’s celebration a
meaningful and memorable event.
Optional Extra’s
2 Lt Fruit juice + 2 /3 Big packets of Popcorn/ Chips OR 10 to 15 Party packs
OR simply enough cake/ muffins/ cupcakes for 10 to 15 children
TBM Lunch Menu Plan 2016 R400 p.m. extra
(Including Hot Dog Day)
all meals Halaal, no beef, no pork
Days of the
Week
Week 1
Lunch
MONDAYS
Fish/Chicken Fingers
(Grilled)
Mash/Chips Vegies
TUESDAYS
Week 2
Lunch
Chicken Fingers
(Grilled)
Mash potatoes/ sweet
potatoes & carrots
Vegies
Dhall ( yellow lentils/
Mac & Cheese,
mixed veggies on the sugar beans ) & Rice
side
WEDNESDAYS
Pasta, White Sauce &
Fish & Vegies or
Chicken a la King
THURSDAYS
Hot Dogs
Pot Roast/ Chicken
Stew
& Rice/ Dumpling
Vegies
Hot Dogs
R30
R30
Chicken Or Mutton
Pizza’s/ Chicken
sandwiches/ Sushi
Chicken Or Mutton
Pies/
Spaghetti Bolognaise
FRIDAYS
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The School Code of Conduct Agreement for all children especially 6 Year
olds, their Parents & staff TO ENSURE mutual understanding, respect, trust &
safety
( In preparation for Primary School and life)
This agreement must be signed by all Grade R pupils and their parents and
returned to school, together with this application form.
I ______________________________parent/guardian of
______________________________________ agree to abide by the following rules:
Name of Pupil
1. I will not be late for school.
2. I will be prepared for school.
3. I will treat others with respect and dignity. ( Name calling is inappropriate &
unacceptable at our school, no person will be discriminated against based on their
race, gender or creed)
4. I will look after my belongings.
5. I will respect the property of others.
6. I will not play in areas that are out of bounds.
7. I will ensure the toilet is clean and tidy after I have used it.
8. I will make sure that I keep my classroom neat and clean.
9. I will make sure that I throw away all m rubbish in the dustbin.
10. I will ensure that I do not misuse any of the equipment. We are required to be
careful with our equipment, as it is costly to replace.
11. I will not use offensive or insulting language. I understand that swearing and bad
language is inappropriate & unacceptable at our school.
12. I will not bully, intimidate or behave in a violent manner. Biting, hitting, spitting and
screaming is not tolerated. If I am angry I need to call someone to help me sort out
any problem especially if I am in the 3-6 class/group.
13. I will not take property that does not belong to me.
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14. I will follow school rules to the best of my ability.
15. I will respect my teacher and the teachers on aftercare duty.
16. I will treat the school property with respect and replace anything I break.
17. i will report anything that makes me unhappy to my teacher.
18. We are required to walk indoors at all times, as this is a safety precaution within
our environment.
19. We are not allowed to bring our toys to school unless it is for Show & Tell ONLY. As
we might become upset if it gets damaged or misplaced.
20. When we eat we are expected to sit at the table until we have finished our meal.
21. We are not allowed to throw things or sand at each other.
22. We are not allowed to go out of the school grounds without an adult next to us.
23. We may not always listen to our parents & teachers but we are very good at
imitating them. So please be a good role model for us.
24. I have read this code of conduct and understand it.
Signed _____________________on this day______ of__________ 20___
At ( place)___________________
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HELPING YOUR CHILD OVERCOME
SEPARATION ANXIETY
In order for your child to settle in happily in our school
environment, we would suggest that your child be fetched early
for the first week or so. We will be monitoring your child closely and
will be giving you feedback on your child’s settling in progress.
We will gradually increase these hours until your child is ready to
stay at school for the full day.
Please trust our teachers. We have helped many children cope
with this transition, and they know how to make them feel at ease
in their new environment.
 Have discussions about your child’s school before he/or she
begins. Visit the school with your child.
 After the orientation morning at school, talk about what your
child did and what fun things he/she can look forward to.
 Help your child choose their clothes the night before to
reduce stress and talk through the routine for the following
day.
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 Make sure you arrive before the work period begins (8:30am)
so that your child may be able to place his/her bag in his
locker, greet his teacher, choose an activity or play outside.
 You may settle your child with an activity, but please do not
stay for an extended time as this causes your child to get
anxious. A firm goodbye is important and let your child know
when you will be fetching him/her. E.g. “I will be fetching you
after snack time”
 Don’t carry your child up the path or into the school. Walking
in is a confidence booster. Being carried communicates to
the child that protection is needed.
 Be patient and positive. It will take a few weeks for your child
to settle into the routine of school, get to know his teacher
and make new friends. Please also remember that until your
child has settled in, Mondays can be a ‘wobbly day’ for your
child because of the weekend break.
 Please feel free to sms or email us during the morning to see
how your child is doing. We are here to assist your child in
any way we can.
The most important factor in helping your child feels confident
about going to school is consistency. Order helps your child to
know that today is going to be just like yesterday, and the morning
routine is crucial to communicating this to your child. No matter
how verbal the child, beginning each day in the same way at the
same time communicates much more to them about your routine
than any words you can say. In reverse, if each day begins
differently, it is easy for the child to think that maybe the day will
end differently, as well, and maybe Mom will not come back this
time. Please be consistent.
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The more you’re tempted towards giving in to a lapse in routine,
the more you need to maintain order.
If you choose to break the routine even once, it will take as many
as 50 more repetitions of the routine before your child gains back
the confidence lost.
Read more on the Montessori Method followed by the school
WHAT CAN YOU DO AT HOME?
 Let your child have real things. Take time to show him/her
how to handle objects with care. This builds self-esteem and
independence as well as concentration, coordination and
responsibility. Dr Montessori stated “Any unnecessary aid is a
hindrance to learning”
 When you teach your child new skills, break it down into
small, precise steps. “Clean your room” is overwhelming;
show the child how to organise a specific shelf, item or area.
 Respect the child’s slower sense of time and allow the child
time to do a task without hurrying. Give your child choices: If
your child refuses to co-operate, pull out the creative
choices. If they need to put their shoes on, and this is not a
choice, make it into one: “Do you want to put on this shoe or
that shoe?” If your child is being picky and it seems if he will
not eat say “Do you want to eat breakfast now, or wait for
snack at school?” or ‘would you like weetbix or scrambled
eggs?” Again be firm with your choices, letting your child
know that these are the only choices available. He/she may
choose not to choose at all, in which case you may choose
for them. “Do you want to choose your own breakfast or
would you like me to choose for you?” In most cases, they
enjoy choosing for themselves and will prefer this to your
choice.
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 Resist always helping your child. Any unnecessary help
interferes with learning. Children should be allowed to help
themselves as much as possible, including dressing and
undressing themselves, putting away their own things etc. A
child is far more capable than one may realise and this
builds self-esteem and independence. Dr Montessori stated,
“Any unnecessary aid is a hindrance to learning.”
 Spills, mistakes and frustration are opportunities for learning.
Let the child handle its own problems as much as possible.
E.g. give your child a cloth to clean his own spills. ( Always
step in, however, if someone may be hurt)
 The child needs to repeat activities often even after it
appears to be mastered. Also remember improvement
comes with practice.
 Remind your child to clean up or put away immediately
following an activity. It is important that your child learns to
finish on thing before moving on.
 Make discipline interesting. ”See how quietly you can close
the door.”
Rather than “Don’t slam the door!” Positive language is
important.
 Use precise language when speaking to the child. Concise
speech and new vocabulary assist the child in expressing
himself/her and the power of clear communication.
 Don’t try to improve any activity your child has done while
she/he is watching. Next time show the child first.
 Don’t interrupt your child while he/she is concentrating.
 When the child plays on the floor, supply the child with a rug
or towel for activity to be placed on. This shows ownership of
space and is more manageable to clean up.
 Encourage hand washing after using the bathroom, wiping
nose and before eating.
 Remind your child to clean up or put away immediately
following an activity. It is important to finish one thing before
moving on.
 Be consistent with requests and expectations.
 Read to your child every day.
Thank you for your valued support
From all of us @ Teddy Bears Montessori
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Preshanie ( Zia) & staff.
The Pre-School reserves the right to change anything in this
document should the need arise.
Right of admission is reserved.
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