Creches, preschools and daycares in Pietermaritzburg
Compare 23 creches, preschools and daycares across 14 Pietermaritzburg areas, from Hilton and Imbali to Pietermaritzburg. Pick your area to see every school, reviews and contact details.
Most searched areas for a creche in Pietermaritzburg
Top 8 by searches, last 90 daysImbali
See all schools in Imbali →No. 2 most searchedPietermaritzburg
See all schools in Pietermaritzburg →No. 3 most searchedRaisethorpe
See all schools in Raisethorpe →No. 4 most searchedHilton
See all schools in Hilton →No. 5 most searchedClaredon
See all schools in Claredon →No. 6 most searchedScottsville
See all schools in Scottsville →No. 7 most searchedAshburton
See all schools in Ashburton →No. 8 most searchedCamperdown
See all schools in Camperdown →Find a creche or preschool by Pietermaritzburg area
Popular creches and preschools in Pietermaritzburg
Kwandamagugu Creche
Unknown, PietermaritzburgCreche, 0 to 2, Nursery, 3 to 5 · R350 a month · 06:00 to 18:00
Zuzulwazi Creche
Imbali, PietermaritzburgECD centre
Ezizamele Educare Centre
Imbali, PietermaritzburgECD centre
Pine Angels Pre-Primary
Pietermaritzburg, PietermaritzburgECD centre
Thamboville Creche and Daycare
Pietermaritzburg, PietermaritzburgECD centre
Our top picks are listed first, then the schools parents view most. See all 23 Pietermaritzburg schools
How many creches and preschools are there in Pietermaritzburg?
Updated every monthPietermaritzburg sits in the Msunduzi municipality, which had 817,725 residents at the 2022 Census, up from 621,715 in 2011, with a median age of 30. Of children aged 0 to 4, 63.1% attended an educational institution. Our listings run from Scottsville and Hayfields to Imbali and Edendale.
Our directory lists 23 creches, preschools and daycares across 14 of its areas.
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The choice is not spread evenly. Hilton alone has 13% of all Pietermaritzburg listings, and the five busiest areas (Hilton, Imbali, Claredon, Pietermaritzburg, Raisethorpe) hold 52%.
Statistics South Africa, Census 2022 municipal fact sheetTypes of school in Pietermaritzburg
A school can offer more than one type, so these add up to more than the city total.
Common questions about creches and preschools in Pietermaritzburg
How many creches and preschools are listed in Pietermaritzburg?
Find My Nursery lists 23 creches, preschools and daycares across 14 Pietermaritzburg areas. Hilton has the most with 3, then Imbali (3) and Claredon (2).
How much does a creche cost in Pietermaritzburg?
Few Pietermaritzburg schools list their fees yet. Fees depend on the area, your child's age and the hours, so contact each school for current prices.
What hours do Pietermaritzburg creches keep?
Among the Pietermaritzburg schools that list their hours, the most common day is 06:45 to 17:00. About 50% open by 06:30, and about 17% stay open until 18:00 or later.
Which area in Pietermaritzburg has the most creches?
Hilton has the most listed creches and preschools with 3. Imbali (3) and Claredon (2) follow.
What is the difference between a creche, a preschool and a daycare?
The names overlap in South Africa. A creche usually looks after babies and toddlers for the working day, a daycare is similar with longer hours, and a preschool runs a structured learning programme for ages three to six to prepare children for Grade R.
How do I choose a creche or preschool in Pietermaritzburg?
Start with distance and hours: check opening and closing times against your commute, and ask about early drop-off and late collection. Ask to see the school's registration papers and confirm they are current. Visit in person and look at group sizes, outdoor space, toilets and where children sleep, and ask about staff qualifications. Ask what the fee covers, such as meals, nappies and holiday periods, and compare at least three schools before you decide.
How do I compare creches near me?
Open your area, shortlist two or three schools, then use Compare schools to see fees, ages, hours and reviews side by side.
Creches and preschools in other cities nearby
Ranked by number of listingsAlso listed: Howick (4 schools in 4 areas), Mooi River (3 schools in 2 areas), Greytown (3 schools in 2 areas)
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