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King David Pre-Primary School Linksfield is the largest King David Pre-Primary School, with over 220 children situated on the King David Linksfield Campus. The school provides a nurturing early childhood environment that combines Jewish life, academic foundations, physical development, and cultural enrichment, supporting children from playschool through to Grade R.






Message from the head: Welcome to the King David Pre-Primary School Linksfield Family

Joseph Beer
King David Pre-Primary School Linksfield
From the moment you walk through our doors, you will feel it, the warmth, the energy, and the unmistakable sense of belonging that defines our school. At King David Pre-Primary School Linksfield, we are far more than a place of early learning; we are a second home. Our classrooms and corridors are filled with joy, curiosity, and genuine care, where every child is known, valued, and supported. We are intentional in creating an environment in which children feel safe and secure, allowing them to explore, grow, and begin their educational journey with confidence and enthusiasm.
Our academic programme is thoughtfully designed to support each stage of a child’s development, recognising that early childhood lays the groundwork for future learning. We are committed to the pursuit of excellence, fostering both academic rigour and intellectual curiosity from the earliest years. Through a carefully balanced curriculum, children develop essential literacy and numeracy skills while engaging in rich exploration across a range of disciplines. Our approach integrates STEM learning, social and emotional development, music, and movement, ensuring a holistic educational experience. While we strive for strong academic outcomes, we view these as a stepping stone towards something far greater.
From the moment you walk through our doors, you will feel it, the warmth, the energy, and the unmistakable sense of belonging that defines our school. At King David Pre-Primary School Linksfield, we are far more than a place of early learning; we are a second home. Our classrooms and corridors are filled with joy, curiosity, and genuine care, where every child is known, valued, and supported. We are intentional in creating an environment in which children feel safe and secure, allowing them to explore, grow, and begin their educational journey with confidence and enthusiasm.
Our academic programme is thoughtfully designed to support each stage of a child’s development, recognising that early childhood lays the groundwork for future learning. We are committed to the pursuit of excellence, fostering both academic rigour and intellectual curiosity from the earliest years. Through a carefully balanced curriculum, children develop essential literacy and numeracy skills while engaging in rich exploration across a range of disciplines. Our approach integrates STEM learning, social and emotional development, music, and movement, ensuring a holistic educational experience. While we strive for strong academic outcomes, we view these as a stepping stone towards something far greater.
At the very heart of our school lies a deep and enduring commitment to Jewish identity. Rooted in the principle of L’dor V’dor, we see ourselves as custodians of a rich heritage, passing it with care from one generation to the next. Through the integration of Hebrew language, engagement with Israel, and a vibrant programme of Torah learning, we provide our children with strong roots to ground them throughout their lives. At the same time, we nurture within them the confidence and openness to engage with the broader world. Our school embraces families from across the spectrum of Jewish observance, fostering unity, pride, and a deep sense of belonging. Jewish values are not only taught, but lived through our celebration of Chagim, our connection to mitzvot, and the everyday experiences that shape a child’s identity.
We believe that education extends far beyond the classroom. Each child is seen as a unique individual, with their own strengths, interests, and potential. Through a range of opportunities, children begin to develop the character and confidence that will guide them throughout their lives. These formative experiences play a vital role in shaping individuals who are not only capable learners, but who are also moral and ethical. Within this supportive environment, children learn to understand themselves, relate to others, and develop a strong sense of self-worth.
It is both a privilege and a responsibility to partner with families during these foundational years. We invite you to visit our school and experience firsthand the warmth and vibrancy that make our community so special. We look forward to welcoming you into our King David family and to sharing in the exciting journey that lies ahead for your child.
Jewish Life & Learning
Jewish life is experienced in joyful, meaningful and age-appropriate ways throughout each day. From morning davening and songs, to play, storytelling and crafts, Jewish values and traditions are woven into the rhythm of school life.
Shabbat, the Chaggim and weekly Parsha provide rich opportunities for exploration and celebration, bringing stories and values to life in ways that feel natural and engaging for young children. Chaggim, together with Israel’s national days, create special moments of connection between school, home and community.
Through these shared experiences, children begin to develop a strong sense of identity, belonging and pride. Connections to Israel and South Africa are explored through vibrant, experiential learning, helping children appreciate both their heritage and the diverse world around them.
Jewish values such as kindness, gratitude, respect and responsibility are not only taught, but lived each day, forming the foundation for confident, compassionate young learners.
Educational Excellence
ISASA-aligned, play-based learning
Social & Emotional Learning
Purposeful Digital Learning
A Culture of Continuous Learning
ISASA-aligned, play-based learning
ISASA-aligned, play-based learning
We recognise that young children learn best through play, whether guided and purposeful or freely explored. These early years are foundational, shaping each child’s social, emotional, cognitive and physical development.
Our programme follows ISASA guidelines to ensure that every child builds the appropriate skills at each stage of development. Through thoughtfully designed classroom environments, hands-on activities, and engaging themes, children develop early literacy and numeracy, visual and auditory processing, motor coordination, and social awareness.
Our focus is on nurturing confident, independent and self-regulated children, while fostering key skills such as communication, collaboration, creativity and critical thinking.

Social & Emotional Learning
Social & Emotional Learning
Social and emotional development sits at the heart of everything we do. From a young age, children are supported in learning to recognise and express their feelings, build relationships and develop empathy and respect for others.
“It’s Cool to Be Kind” is a living value within our school, where kindness is modelled, celebrated and encouraged daily. Children also enjoy yoga, where they learn mindfulness and breathing techniques.
Our in-house social worker works closely with classes and provides additional support to children and families where needed, ensuring that every child feels understood, supported and secure.

Purposeful Digital Learning
Purposeful Digital Learning
Technology is introduced thoughtfully and with intention. The focus is never on screen time itself, but on how technology can meaningfully support learning.
Our classrooms may include smart screens and age-appropriate tools such as Bee-Bots, Sphero and Lego robotics. Through playful exploration of sequencing, patterns and problem-solving, children begin to develop the foundational skills for coding, mathematics, literacy and logical thinking.
Technology is always used in balance, enhancing rather than replacing hands-on, creative and social learning experiences.

A Culture of Continuous Learning
A Culture of Continuous Learning
Our educators are passionate about their own growth, continually engaging in professional development through courses, workshops and ongoing learning opportunities.
This commitment allows us to offer an eclectic and intentional approach to teaching, drawing from a range of methodologies to create meaningful and developmentally appropriate learning experiences.
Rather than following trends, our teachers make thoughtful, informed choices that best support each child. The result is a dynamic and responsive learning environment, grounded in best practice and adapted with care to meet the needs of our children.

Beyond the Classroom
Intra and Extra-Mural Enrichment
We believe that some of the richest learning happens beyond the traditional classroom. Our carefully designed programme of intra and extra-mural activities encourages children to explore, create, move and grow in a joyful and balanced way.
Intra-Murals (Included in the School Day)
Our intra-mural programme forms part of the daily school experience and provides structured, age appropriate opportunities to support each child’s development.
As children move through the the different units, the programme naturally expands to include language enrichment, confidence building and early Hebrew exposure.
By embedding these experiences into the school day, we ensure that every child benefits from a rich, consistent and well rounded education.
Extra-Murals (Optional After School Enrichment)
A range of optional extra-mural activities is offered on campus after school, providing children with further opportunities to explore their interests and develop new skills. These programmes are run by external specialists and take place in a familiar, safe environment.
These activities allow children to build confidence, develop new abilities and experience the joy of learning beyond the classroom, all while offering families the convenience of a seamless school day.
Intra-Murals
Extra-Murals (Optional After-School Enrichment)
Admissions
We understand that choosing a school is an important decision and we thank you for considering King David to give your child a world-class Jewish education.
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Quick Links & Facts
- Playschool - Grade R
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Please note: Hours vary by unit.
Please contact us for specific arrival and collection times. - +27 11 480 4600
- kdppsl@kingdavid.org.za
- 100 Club Street, Linksfield










