Refer a parent to SmartStart, and stand a chance to win 1 of 4 bursaries which will cover your preschool fees for the rest of 2022. Now that’s rewarding!

Let’s work together to ensure that all children can reap the rewards of early learning. Find out from your preschool if they are participating. Refer a caregiver by dialling this number *134*48333*12#. For more information about the Referral Programme, or to read...
It’s not just a cardboard box

It’s not just a cardboard box

As a parent, you are your child’s first teacher and you play an important role in nurturing their early learning. And children learn best when we talk, play and interact with them! Simple activities like puzzles and games help them to build a range of important...
It’s her imagination taking off

It’s her imagination taking off

Having exciting, loving spaces where children can explore, play and interact with others is essential during their first five years to prepare them for future learning and success. SmartStart supports parents across South Africa with improving your child’s early...
Make every week of learning count

Make every week of learning count

By creating opportunities for fun and play in your home, you can help your children develop the skills and behaviours they’ll need to thrive at school – and in life. With SmartStart, you can do more to make a difference to your child’s future. The benefits of...
Unathi, 5, Doctor in training

Unathi, 5, Doctor in training

Children are born ready and eager to learn, and their brains develop rapidly in the first years of life. That’s why every moment of learning is important during this time. In fact, children who attend a quality early learning programme before they go to school, do...