Page 52 - Education Supplement February 2026

estled in the picturesque suburb of Waverley, in
Johannesburg, St Mary’s School, is an independent
NAnglican school catering for girls from Grade 0 to matric.
Little Saints, its pre-primary school, offers schooling for boys
and girls in Grades 000 and 00 (ages four and five).

Little Saints embraces the innovative Reggio Emilia approach.
This child-centred philosophy values relationships and
encourages young children to be curious, express their ideas,
and engage meaningfully with their environment.

We offer:
• Chapel as a central part of our week, where children enjoy
bible stories, reflection and a sense of belonging
• Experienced, qualified teachers and teaching assistants
• Specialist music and art lessons, including an atelierista
• Learn to swim, gross motor development and gym sessions
with sports coaches
• Focus on social and emotional growth, kindness and respect
• A curriculum rooted in our core values of love, community
and integrity, supported by the Think Equal social-emotional
learning programme
• A convenient, privately run aftercare on-site
• Automatic admission into St Mary’s Junior School for girls

St Mary’s School, Waverley and its pre-school, Little Saints
exemplify all the benefits of a holistic education, where
academic excellence and the joy of discovery go hand in hand.

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