Tiny Bubbles Nursery School in Alberton celebrates 29th anniversary

Tiny Bubbles Nursery School celebrated its 29th anniversary on July 1, honouring a journey that began in 1996 with six children and two devoted founders, Carene and Boet Koekemoer.

What started as a small home-based school has grown into a trusted name in early childhood education in Alberton, now operating from two locations on the same street.

Registered with both the Department of Health and the Gauteng Department of Basic Education, Tiny Bubbles remains committed to nurturing babies and toddlers through their early years.

Principal Carene Koekemoer leads the school with deep love, faith, and purpose.

“I’m so thankful for the privilege to contribute to the first six years of a child’s life. Tiny Bubbles has always been about love, faith, and family,” she said.

Much of the school’s warmth and success is thanks to its long-standing staff, some of whom have been part of the Tiny Bubbles family for over 25 years.

Their loyalty and care have shaped the culture and consistency parents trust.

Notable staff members and their years of service are:

• Anna (at Carene’s home) – 28 years

• Eufesia – 25 years

• Phindy – 25 years

• Anna (Tiny Bubbles 2) – 22 years

• Aubrey – 21 years

• Anna (Tiny Bubbles 1) – 21 years

• Paschalinah – 17 years

• Bernice – 14 years

• Elizabeth – 13 years

• Charmaine – nine years

• Nthabiseng – six years

• Leandra – six years

• Geraldine – two years, six months

• Monique – two years, two months

• Mellisa – two years

• Samantha – 11 months

• Nekita – six months

• Carla Koekemoer (educational psychologist, daughter of the founders) – one year, eight months officially, but has been involved since childhood.

“We are more than a school. We are a family. And I am thankful for every staff member who pours their heart into our children every day,” said Koekemoer.

As Tiny Bubbles looks ahead, its heart remains rooted in the values that started it – love, community, and the joy of seeing children grow.