Herzlia Dafna is a Jewish pre-primary school which forms part of the United Herzlia Schools. We provide a safe and beautiful haven for our children. Dafna is an intimate, warm embracing and inclusive school where every child counts. We offer a relaxed and homely atmosphere where both children and parents can explore, discover and learn together. Our playgroup accepts children from 18 months old and is a home away from home. It is a place where children learn to separate from their parents in an enriched, educational and loving Jewish environment. We offer an informal programme within a structured environment. Our Grade R is a more formal, rich, creative, stimulating and exciting experience. The day provides many diverse activities including music, ball skills, Hebrew, Xhosa and Living Maths. When our children leave, they do so as independent and confident individuals, ready to face the challenges and expectations of Grade 1. Our morning care, aftercare and holiday schools run throughout the year, providing relief for our parents. Our teachers nurture and support our children in our care and help them excel and reach new heights. With our strong roots and our love for Judaism, we will continue to grow and build relationships together to ensure that the foundation for our children's education continues to give them all they need to build on their future successes. In summary:
- We cater for children from playgroup (18 months to Grade R
- We have a team of dedicated teachers, psychologists, learning support teachers, teacher assistants and aftercare coordinators
- We have onsite occupational therapists, physiotherapists, speech and language therapists
- We have an animal farm
- We integrate all Jewish festivals, Shabbat and traditions into our daily programmes.
- We plan children’s learning around themes that are relevant to their lives and all are based on our strong Jewish heritage, faith, ethos and values.