A Little Slice of
Safe

Where children aged 2–5 explore, laugh, and fall in love with learning — every single day in the heart of Edgemead.

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Play Heaven Balloon

Every child deserves this.

Four Words That Change a Life

Read

Books, language, stories — sparking a lifelong love of words.

Explore

Outdoor play, sand, water — curiosity as the curriculum.

Create

Paint, scissors, music — process matters more than product.

Connect

Friendships, empathy, belonging — the real foundation.

1 : 0Adult to Child Ratio

CAPS Aligned

English · Afrikaans · Xhosa

Edgemead

Joanne with children at Play Heaven
Joanne's Heart

Every Child Is Known, Seen, and Valued Here.

"Our idea is to orchestrate every day with gentle care, so that children are not just having loads of excitement — but are also learning to understand others, and feel understood."
— Joanne Lawson, Founder

At Play Heaven, we intentionally stay small. This allows us to give each child genuine individual attention — not just to their growing minds, but to their whole person.

Process Over Product

We don't use scissors to make crafts. We use them to cut ice blocks and candy floss and play dough — until children develop a deep, joyful skill. That's the Play Heaven way.

Read, Explore, Create, Connect

CAPS AlignedLove2Learn

Gross Motor

Running, climbing, and building strength for coordination.

Literacy & Numeracy

Foundational language and number skills through storytelling.

Science Experiments

Hands-on discovery and wonder through physical experiments.

Music & Movement

Rhythm, dance, and expression to the sound of joy.

Art & Craft

Creative exploration focusing on the joy of the process.

Science experiments included in your stationery fee. 🔬

Magic Weekends

Host Your Child's Next Adventure Here

Our space transforms into a safe, joyful party venue on weekends. With our custom play structures and secure environment, it's the perfect spot for unforgettable birthday memories.

  • Secure Outdoor Play
  • Custom Playhouses
  • Kitchen Facilities
  • Safe & Enclosed
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Birthday Party at Play Heaven

What Parents Are Saying

"Play Heaven changed my daughter completely. She begs to go every morning."

Sarah M.

Emma, age 3

"Joanne knows every child by name and by heart. You can't find that anywhere."

Thandi K.

Liam, age 4

"Die beste besluit ons ooit gemaak het. Ons seun het so gegroei."

Marié v.d.W.

Pieter, age 3

"The 1:5 ratio is real — every child genuinely gets individual time."

Priya N.

Aiden, age 2

"My son learned sign language here. He taught ME. I cried."

Lerato D.

Noah, age 4

"Play Heaven changed my daughter completely. She begs to go every morning."

Sarah M.

Emma, age 3

"Joanne knows every child by name and by heart. You can't find that anywhere."

Thandi K.

Liam, age 4

"Die beste besluit ons ooit gemaak het. Ons seun het so gegroei."

Marié v.d.W.

Pieter, age 3

"The 1:5 ratio is real — every child genuinely gets individual time."

Priya N.

Aiden, age 2

"My son learned sign language here. He taught ME. I cried."

Lerato D.

Noah, age 4

Come Visit Us

We warmly invite you to schedule a viewing

Play Heaven

Edgemead, Cape Town
Western Cape, South Africa

Monday – Friday

7:00am – 5:00pm

Reg: E105 177 10

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Pricing, T&C, and bank details are included in the Info Pack — available on request.

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We warmly invite you to contact us to schedule a viewing.

hello@playheaven.co.za · Edgemead, Cape Town · Open 7am – 5pm

Reg: E105 177 10

Play Heaven is an independent playgroup aligned with CAPS and the Western Cape Education Department.