Prospectus / Daily life
A day at NMA
School hours, terms, drop-off and collection, and care after school.
SCHOOL HOURS
When the day starts and ends.
Toddler / Nursery
Fridays until 11:00
08:15–12:15
Grade RR
Fridays until 11:15
08:00–12:30
Grade R
Fridays until 11:30
07:45–12:45
Grades 1–7
Shared with parents each year
Per timetable
Gates open at 07:15. Children can’t be dropped off earlier, because supervision only starts then.
SCHOOL TERMS
Four terms a year.
Term dates may differ slightly from the Gauteng Department of Education calendar. You’ll receive a yearly planner that includes religious holidays and special events, so you can plan ahead.
DROP-OFF & PICK-UP
Safe arrivals, prompt collections.
Arriving
- Gates open at 07:15
- Gates stay locked during the school day
- Please don’t park on the road
Collecting
- Teachers are on duty 10 minutes before and after dismissal
- Learners not collected on time may go to the waiting class
- A late collection fee may be added to your account
- Repeated late collection may require aftercare registration
WAITING CLASS & AFTERCARE
Care after school.
Waiting class · all campuses
A supervised space for short waits, for example while a sibling finishes. Available to families who register in advance.
Aftercare · Northcliff & Primary
- Monday to Friday until 17:00 (16:00 during Ramadaan)
- Register in advance; there’s no day rate
- Children bring their own meals, drinks and snacks
- Full fees apply regardless of attendance
“Safety begins with awareness, patience and care.”
PARKING & TRAFFIC
Little feet are everywhere.
- Use the designated parking areas; roadside parking isn’t permitted
- Drive slowly, and take extra care when reversing
- Don’t block entrance or exit gates
- Be patient and courteous with staff and other families
Speeding, unsafe parking, and abusive or disruptive behaviour on school property may lead to a fine of up to R2 000, removal from the premises or referral to the authorities.
COMMUNICATION
Raising a concern.
Email is the preferred way to reach us. Calls go through the school office, and meetings are arranged in advance. Teachers may not reply during teaching hours, but will get back to you as soon as they reasonably can.
- Speak to your child’s educator first.
- If needed, escalate to the Principal or management team.
Please don’t approach educators during teaching time, arrival or dismissal, or raise school matters on social media. Sensitive information should be sent directly to the relevant office.
IN THE FULL BUILD
More sections on this page
- School terms and the yearly planner
- Drop-off & pick-up: gate times, collection and late collection
- Waiting class & aftercare: hours, registration and what to bring
- Parking & traffic safety