Pinetown church opens a new pre-school

With close to 35 years teaching experience, Barbara van Rensburg will be leaving St Benedict School to head up Abba’s House.

THE Pinetown Presbyterian Church in Maurice Nichols Road is opening a Christian Pre-School and Aftercare on the property in January 2019.

The Rev Jeremy Smith, minister of the church, the eldership and congregation are united in this endeavour. “The Pre-School is called ‘Abba’s House’;

“Abba” is Aramaic for ‘Father’ and it is our prayer that this school, will be a place where children can come into the safety and security of their heavenly Father’s House,” said Rev Smith. He said they are excited to announce that Barbara van Rensburg, from St Benedict School, has agreed to head the school.

She has close to 35 years teaching experience.”In her 21 years at St Benedict School she has given her passion and expertise to academic, sporting and cultural areas of the school, in both teaching and management roles,” Rev Smith said.

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Barbara’s vision for Abba’s House is to create a caring and happy environment for young children, from babies through to pre-schoolers, where they will be nurtured and lovingly prepared for the years ahead.

“She is looking forward to mentoring the trained and caring teachers and facilitators within the school, and to working closely with the school families and the church community.

The school will make use of Barbara’s vast experience to offer a high standard to education for Grade R, RR and RRR, ensuring children are prepared for the demands of Primary School.

“Abba’s House will also offer small classes, allowing focused love, care and attention for each individual child,” said Rev Smith.The community is invited to attend the open day at 49 Maurice Nichols Road, Pinetown on Saturday, 16 June from 9am to 12 noon.

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