Daycare & Pre-Primary · Ongwediva & Okatana

Leer Speel-Speel
Play-to-Learn Educational Centre

“Because every child deserves to be loved, guided and truly known.”

A warm, holistic daycare and pre-primary centre in Ongwediva and Okatana, Namibia, for children from 3 months to Grade 0 — teaching in English and Afrikaans, with meals provided and half-day or full-day options.

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  • 23years of caring for little ones, since 2003
  • 2 campuses: Ongwediva & Okatana
  • 3months old and up, all the way to Grade 0
  • 2 languages: English & Afrikaans
  • 10hours of care a day, 07:00–17:00

About Us

Learning that feels like play

A smiling child in an orange Leer Speel-Speel shirt linking colourful plastic chains at a classroom table.

At Leer Speel-Speel / Play-to-Learn Educational Centre, we believe every child deserves to be loved, guided and truly known. Our daycare and pre-primary programme takes a holistic, play-based approach to early childhood development, nurturing each child's curiosity, confidence and character alongside their early academic skills.

We teach in both English and Afrikaans, so children grow up comfortable moving between languages from an early age. Our team works to hold every family in Ongwediva and Okatana to a high standard of care and education — a place where little ones are safe, well fed, and genuinely known by the people looking after them.

With one campus in Ongwediva and one in Okatana, both a short drive from Oshakati, we are a daycare and preschool close to home for families across the Oshana region.

Framed portrait of MC (Lientjie) Potgieter, founder of Leer Speel-Speel, smiling in the school playground.

Since 2003

Caring for little ones since 2003

Meet Our Founder

MC (Lientjie) Potgieter

My name is Lientjie Potgieter, founder of Leer Speel-Speel / Play-to-Learn. For the past 23 years, teaching and guiding young children has been my calling.

I treat every child as if they were my own, focusing not only on academics, but also on character, morals, values and confidence. I believe that a child should grow as an individual and not merely as part of a group. Each child matters, and the individual child is very important to me.

Our name speaks for itself: “Leer Speel-Speel” means “leer terwyl jy speel”, and “Play-to-Learn” means “learn while you're playing”. This philosophy guides everything we do. Children learn best in a safe, loving environment where faith, kindness and respect form a strong moral foundation.

I remain personally involved in planning and teaching, to ensure strong foundations and a smooth transition into Grade 1.

As always, my promise remains: to walk this journey with you and to give my very best to every child entrusted to me.

What We Offer

Care and learning, all in one place

Children hopping through a row of colourful hoops on the school lawn.

  • Daycare

    From 3 months old, a safe, nurturing space for babies and toddlers to be cared for, comforted and gently guided through their day.

  • Pre-Primary

    Grade 00 and Grade 0/R classes with a high-standard early-learning programme that prepares children for the next step in their school journey.

  • English & Afrikaans

    Children learn and play in both English and Afrikaans, building confidence in each language from an early age.

  • Meals & Snacks

    Full-day learners get breakfast, lunch and snacks at Ongwediva, and lunch and snacks at Okatana. Only a water bottle is needed from home.

  • Half Day or Full Day

    We're open 07:00–17:00, with classes from 08:00 to 12:00. Choose half day until 12:00 or full day until 17:00.

  • Open During Holidays

    We stay open during school holidays. We're only closed on public holidays and over December and January.

Play, discovery and care, every day

Our 10 Special Learning Experiences

Every day at Leer Speel-Speel is built around gentle discovery — time to play, time to learn, and time to simply be a child in a place that feels like home.

  1. A child proudly holding up a wooden stacking-ring toy in the classroom.

    Personalised Learning

    Every child learns at their own pace, with individual attention, encouragement and support.

  2. Two children building with wooden shape blocks and gears at a classroom table.

    Early Childhood Development

    Building strong foundations through play, exploration and age-appropriate learning activities.

  3. A child shaping playdough numbers on a number mat.

    Early Mathematics

    Developing number recognition, counting, shapes, patterns and problem-solving skills, while teaching children to recognise and write numbers correctly.

  4. A colourful tracing worksheet with a big number 3, crayons and coloured pencils.

    Alphabet & Early Literacy

    Introducing letters, sounds, vocabulary and early reading skills, while teaching children to recognise and form letters correctly through fun, interactive activities.

  5. Coding Classes

    Encouraging logical thinking, sequencing, creativity and problem-solving through fun, age-appropriate coding activities.

  6. Children holding feed tubs beside the chickens in the petting zoo.

    Petting Zoo & Animal Care

    Teaching responsibility, kindness and respect for animals through hands-on care and daily duties.

  7. Three children in hair nets icing and decorating cupcakes.

    Life Skills & Independence

    Building confidence, responsibility, social skills and independence through everyday experiences.

  8. Silhouettes of two children in karate uniforms doing high kicks.

    Karate Classes

    Developing discipline, coordination, concentration and self-confidence through structured physical activities.

  9. Trays of cupcakes with sprinkles and icing flowers on a party table.

    Birthday Celebrations & Special Events

    Creating special memories, celebrating milestones and making every child feel valued and included.

  10. An open Bible in front of a wooden cross, with books, coloured pencils and a toy Noah's ark.

    Bible Lessons & Christian Values

    Teaching kindness, love, respect and important Christian values through age-appropriate Bible stories and lessons.

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Parent guides

Forms

Ongwediva & Okatana

Our Locations

Two campuses, one Leer Speel-Speel family: daycare and pre-primary in Ongwediva and in Okatana. Tap Get Directions to open either campus in Google Maps.

Enrolment

Enrolment is open all year

We'd love to welcome your child to the Leer Speel-Speel family. WhatsApp, call or email us any time to ask about enrolment — or write us a quick note below.

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