– Age appropriate
– Culturally relevant
– English and Afrikaans
Programmes
Music Minds has programmes focussed on the following environments:
In the class
Pre-school – the pre-school programme includes specific classes for babies and children between the ages of 0 – 1, 1 – 2, 2 – 3, 3 – 4 and 4 – 5. Each programme contains different age-appropriate stimulation programmes that gradually grow in complexity and include focused steps for the development of:
- Speaking skills
- Motor skills
- Listening skills
- Visual skills
- Tactile development, and
- Language development.
In the school
Due to popular demand our programme now also includes classes for Gr. R, Gr. 1, Gr. 2 and Gr. 3 children. These classes are specifically geared to stimulate our school-going children in the development of their cognitive, language, mathematical, sensory and motor abilities.
In the studio
Studio classes – for licensed practitioners who work from a studio. This Music Minds programme includes all the elements of the pre-school and school programs, but with the ability to combine classes of children of different ages.
How will my child benefit?
Music Minds has been developed for South African children and is available in both English and Afrikaans.
The programme uses the proven channel of music, with various exercises, to develop a child’s mind and create a sound foundation for the development of the child’s physical, mental and social skills.
The programme has many benefits, including:
- Locally relevant and age-appropriate classes for children of every age up to 9 years old.
- Gradual and progressive advancement from one class to the other, with the entire curriculum developed to form a coherent development plan from birth to the age of 9 years old.
- Detailed reporting.
- Educator training and development.
Become a Partner
Cognitive development is the foundation on which every other skill is built. Become part of the Music Minds network, where we will support your goal of developing the young minds in your area, while also supporting the healthy growth of your Music Minds business.
Educator portal
At Music Minds, we know that the success of our cognitive development programme is dependent on the success of our educators.
After completing your training you will get access to your exclusive portal.
Here you will find your lesson materials as well as an administration section to help you run your business effectively.
About us
We lay the foundation of our children’s mental development and much of their future success before the age of ten.
Music Minds is a scientifically proven system that starts with baby development and works step-by-step to develop a child’s cognitive abilities before they go to the intermediate phase. The programme uses the proven channel of music to develop a child’s visual and motor skills, their listening and speaking skills and their language and tactile development.
The Music Minds programme was developed for South African children, with age-appropriate and culturally relevant songs, illustrations and activities. Music Minds is available in both English and Afrikaans.
The management team
We believe that every South African child has the right to a good education and that we can help achieve that by offering scientifically robust, but accessible early childhood development.
Annemie Blignault
Annemie is the founder and CEO of Music Minds SA. She has been in the education industry almost 3 decades and is a born educator. With experience as teacher, principal, life skills educator, motivational speaker, and educational trainer she loves taking every opportunity she can get to learn more as well as help others. Annemie has been part of developing several educational curriculums in South-Africa.
Marlene Schalkwyk
Our Managing Director Marlene is hands-on in the business as she is not just a Music Minds educator, but we are also blessed to have her as our vocal artist. Marlene started her classical singing training at the tender age of six. She’s been training, singing and performing since then and has shared the stage with many South-African stars. Whether she is performing, judging or acting as MC, she is a bundle of energy with a passion and love for music and children. Not only is she an integral part of Head office, but she also manages and teaches in a Music Minds team.
Contact us
We are currently active in the following areas:
Jhb, Westrand
Jhb, Eastrand
Jhb, Boksburg
Jhb, Kempton park
Pretoria, Menlyn & Lynwood
Western Cape
South-Cape