We believe in
strong relationships
with our parents, commiting to
working together to
build a foundation
that nurtures each child's
self esteem
and
confidence
Peek-a-Boo is a ‘home from home’ playgroup situated in Parktown North welcoming children between the ages of 15 months and 3 years and was started by Lesley O'Brien in 1997.
From the start of your little one’s journey with us, we try and target the
child’s emotional intelligence (EQ). With the EQ in place, a child’s
cognitive side of the brain should not be ‘blocked’ to any form of learning as their self belief, self worth and self confidence is so complete.
At Peek-a-Boo we try to encourage the children to learn through creative play. It is through our weekly themes that we follow and our belief in learning through play that your child will learn topics of interest to them and also encourage them to learn basic social skills such as sharing, team play, manners and kindness.
The children at Peek-a-Boo are separated into two classes the
'BIGGIE’ GROUP and the 'LITTLIE’ GROUP. The equipment in each
schoolroom is age appropriate but challenging for the child – again targeting the child’s self esteem and confidence level. We teach the children to achieve for themselves, not for their teachers or their peers and we work with positive praise and encouragement.
Let us help you to give your child
ROOTS TO GROW AND WINGS TO FLY
Peek-a-Boo Playgroup is open every Monday to Friday.
Our gates open at 07:30 and close at 08:15.
Our gates open at 12:20 and close at 12:45.
An aftercare is available until 13:30 daily should you need to collect your child late.
Our dates TO BE DIARISED for closing and opening days in 2024 are:
First Term:
Mid-Term Break:
Second Term:
Mid-Term Break:
Third Term:
Mid-Term Break:
Public Holidays:
Peek-a-Boo will provide a mid-morning snack for the children, consisting of healthy sandwiches and seasonal fruit.
Peek-a-Boo also offers two third party activities. These are offered during school hours but are completely optional and will be charged for separately by the vendor. Please click their logo to view their website.
Happy times
are never ending
when we're
playing & pretending
Peek-a-boo is a warm and loving environment,
With enthusiastic and caring staff and teachers. It didn’t take long for our tentative little girl to settle in and feel right at home. We have enjoyed watching her grow in confidence and enjoy all the carefully planned weekly themes and activities. Thank you Peek-a-Boo for wonderful memories - we all can’t wait for 2024!
Katey F. - 2023
I want to have a third child just to stay at Peek-a-Boo more.
Thank you Peek-a-Boo for being the most wonderful school for our little ones. Everyday they go to their home away from home and thrive in that magical garden with their incredible teachers and assistants.
We love you Peek-a-Boo
Kim H. - 2023
Peek-a-Boo is such a wonderful learning and playgroup for our daughter and family.
The playgroup is set in a beautiful environment and the teachers are exceptional. We have seen our daughter grow in leaps and bounds since joining Peek-a-Boo and couldn't be happier that she is joining their biggies class next year!.
Grant M. - 2023
I am so happy that we found this magical fairyland.
Dominique, Les and the rest of the Peekaboo team have nurtured our two little girls, from babies to young girls who can play, sing, cut shapes beautifully and can go into the big world with the best foundation of love. You are all incredible people, and we are grateful to have had you in our lives. Thank you so much for establishing such a wonderful environment for our daughters to thrive in. We will cherish you in our hearts forever..
Mignon C. - 2023
Peek-a-Boo is full of warmth and joy that just dropping your little ones off in the morning will brighten up your own day. James T. 2022
Peek-a-Boo is well priced and has an excellent reputation in the area.
I battled to find a playgroup in the Johannesburg area that had high enough standards of facilities and teachers that I wanted for my daughter - especially considering that she was so young at the time. Peek-a-Boo was a godsend and I've not regretted sending her there for a moment. Every member of staff at Peek-A-Boo from the headmistress, Lesley O'Brien, to the teachers and the teacher's assistants, has been fantastic. My daughter has absolutely flourished there and they have gone above and beyond for us to be supportive when we have needed them to.
Lara L.
From the moment we walked into Peek-a-Boo there was an overwhelming feeling of comfort and home.
We knew, without question that it would be the best place for our little boy and we have not looked back for one second. The teachers are outstanding and so caring, they really know each and every child and go out of their way to ensure that each child has a great day at school. The support staff are phenomenal and so good with the kids and the kids really love them. Our little boy has really grown so much this year and it’s all down to the amazing staff and nurturing environment of Peek-a-boo!
Cathrine E.
We could not have chosen a better playgroup for our daughter.
Lesley and the Peek-a-boo team have been absolutely amazing with our daughter. She loves going to school so much and is always so excited to be dropped off in the morning. The staff are all warm, caring and dedicated to giving the kids the best care and stimulation possible. They’ve also been amazing during this difficult pandemic and have taken it upon themselves to do everything they can to ensure the safety of all the littlies. I can, without reservation, recommend this incredibly special little playgroup.
Faye R.
My children have had an exceptional start to their school life by being lucky enough to attend Peek-a-Boo.
When looking for a playgroup to send my son to, I did quite a bit of research, and in my opinion Peek-a-Boo was without doubt the best little school in the Parks area. It is a small school run from Lesley’s home, set in a stunning garden. It is a beautifully kept property with plenty of space for the children to play outside. The classrooms are spacious and always kept very neat and tidy. I feel very blessed that my children have been able to attend this lovely little school with its amazing setting and staff.
Kirsten H.
"All children start their school careers with sparkling imaginations, fertile minds, and a willingness to take risks with what they think." – Ken Robinson
