Rainbow Douglasdale
A Home Away From Home
Since opening its doors in 2021, our Douglasdale branch has become a trusted home away from home for families seeking exceptional early childhood education in a warm, nurturing environment. Designed with children in mind, our beautiful campus offers spacious outdoor gardens, age-appropriate playgrounds, and thoughtfully prepared classrooms where every child is encouraged to learn, grow, and thrive.
Small Classes, Big Opportunities
At Douglasdale, we believe every child deserves individual attention. Our intentionally small class sizes allow our teachers to truly know each child, understand their unique personality, and tailor learning experiences to support their development. This personalised approach helps children build confidence, form meaningful relationships, and develop a genuine love for learning.
Experienced, Passionate Educators
Our greatest strength is our team. With many years of combined experience in early childhood education, our teachers are passionate about creating a safe, engaging, and stimulating environment where children feel loved, supported, and inspired every day. Guided by the CAPS and NELDA curriculum, we combine structured learning with play-based experiences that nurture children’s emotional, social, physical, and cognitive development.
Growing Through Play
Learning at Douglasdale happens through exploration, creativity, and discovery. From sensory play and music to art, baking, outdoor adventures, and themed learning experiences, every day is filled with opportunities for children to develop essential life skills while having fun. Our natural playgrounds, bike track, and spacious outdoor areas encourage active play, curiosity, and confidence.
More Than A Nursery School
Rainbow Babies & Kids Douglasdale is more than just a place for children to spend the day. It’s a caring community where families become part of our Rainbow family. We are committed to providing a safe, loving environment where every child is valued, celebrated, and given the best possible start to their educational journey.
Babies to Grade RR Curriculum
Our different classes
Each child has their own timetable and is never rushed — split by the milestones they’ve hit, not just their age.
Penguins
A dedicated loving space caring for babies and crawlers until they find their feet.
Blue Birds
Helps toddlers learn more to build stronger explorers that love their feet.
Ducklings
Fun-loving play at the outdoors with active pre-school creative play.
Parrots
An age-appropriate curriculum with a structured foundation for growth.
Robins
Confident young children with a positive self-image, prepared for the year ahead.
Meet the Douglasdale Staff
Vero
Duckling Teacher
Lebo
Blue Bird Teacher
Flo
Penguin Teacher
Michelle
Parrot and Robin Teacher
Mercy
Cook
Alister
Groundsman
Bomkazi
Teachers Assistant
Bokki
Teachers Assistant
Wilhelmina
Teachers Assistant
Yvonne
Aftercare Teacher
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What our parents have to say
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