Accreditations
Leading the Conversation in Early Childhood Development
As one of the nationally based ECD NPOs, Play-with-a-Purpose is able to sit on multiple National Intersectoral Forums for ECD alongside National Government. We have also been recognised both nationally and internationally for our contribution to quality early childhood development. Our work has been featured across major media platforms, highlighting our impact, expertise and commitment to children.
Accreditations
Leading the Conversation in Early Childhood Development
As one of the nationally based ECD NPOs, Play-with-a-Purpose is able to sit on multiple National Intersectoral Forums for ECD alongside National Government. We have also been recognised both nationally and internationally for our contribution to quality early childhood development. Our work has been featured across major media platforms, highlighting our impact, expertise and commitment to children.
Accreditations
Leading the Conversation in Early Childhood Development
As one of the nationally based ECD NPOs, Play-with-a-Purpose is able to sit on multiple National Intersectoral Forums for ECD alongside National Government. We have also been recognised both nationally and internationally for our contribution to quality early childhood development. Our work has been featured across major media platforms, highlighting our impact, expertise and commitment to children.
Media Features
Our organisation has been featured on:
ETV
Morning Live
Pasella
Kaelo
Lets Fix It
SAFM
SmileFM
eTV's Great Expectations
Good Things Guy
Other Media + Publications
Media Features
Our organisation has been featured on:
ETV
Morning Live
Pasella
Kaelo
Lets Fix It
SAFM
SmileFM
eTV's Great Expectations
Good Things Guy
Other Media + Publications
Media Features
Our organisation has been featured on:
ETV
Morning Live
Pasella
Kaelo
Lets Fix It
SAFM
SmileFM
eTV's Great Expectations
Good Things Guy
Other Media + Publications
Leadership Recognition
Our founder, Robyn Wienand, is a respected authority in early childhood development and educational resources.
Her achievements include:
Runner-up: TLC Africa Woman of the Year (2012)
Paul Harris Fellow (2017)
Member and Co-Chair: National Intersectoral Early Childhood Development Forum
Advisory Board Member: Africa’s EduWeek
Judge on the South African Toy Association’s professional panel
Legacy Long Service Award for 35 Years of Work and Service In Early Childhood Development (2026)
Guest Lecturer at Monash University, specialising in Child Development (2010-2016)
Member of the Monash University Academic Advisory Board for Child and Youth Development
Research published in the International Research Journal on Relational Child and Youth Care Practice
Represented PWAP on 7 national committees of the COVID-19 National Task Force overseeing the safe reopening of ECD centres (2020)
Brand South Africa Trailblazer Award (2008),
Awards & Accolades
Brand South Africa Trailblazer Award
Paul Harris Fellow
ISO 9001:2015 certification (world first for an educational institute)
ISO 21001:2018 certification (first in South Africa for an educational institute)
Our programme was peer reviewed and published in the International Journal of Relational Child and Youth Care Practice
Awards & Accolades
Brand South Africa Trailblazer Award
Paul Harris Fellow
ISO 9001:2015 certification (world first for an educational institute)
ISO 21001:2018 certification (first in South Africa for an educational institute)
Our programme was peer reviewed and published in the International Journal of Relational Child and Youth Care Practice
Awards & Accolades
Brand South Africa Trailblazer Award
Paul Harris Fellow
ISO 9001:2015 certification (world first for an educational institute)
ISO 21001:2018 certification (first in South Africa for an educational institute)
Our programme was peer reviewed and published in the International Journal of Relational Child and Youth Care Practice
In the News
Media coverage and recognition for Play-with-a-Purpose over the years.
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Play-with-a-Purpose celebrates 35 years of ECD Excellence and Legacy Award
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Play with a Purpose celebrates 25 Years
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First Lady Michelle Obama visits Emthonjeni Centre (Golang, a Play-with-a-Purpose preschool)
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Play with a Purpose Award Winners in the News
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2025 - Groentjies, a Play-with-a-Purpose Preschool
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Play-with-a-Purpose celebrates 35 years of ECD Excellence and Legacy Award
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Local charity accomplishes world first
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Play-with-a-Purpose celebrates 30 years
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Play with a Purpose celebrates 25 Years
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Cornell University Sustainable Design Preschool
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Monash University partnership with Play-with-a-Purpose
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First Lady Michelle Obama visits Emthonjeni Centre (Golang, a Play-with-a-Purpose preschool)
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Win @Work and Life with Nikki Bush Interview with Robyn Wienand
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Who did I raise? What makes a criminal? Interview with Roxanne Wienand
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Play with a Purpose Award Winners in the News
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2022 - Groentjies, a Play-with-a-Purpose Preschool
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Squirrels Preschool, a Play-with-a-Purpose Preschool
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2025 - Groentjies, a Play-with-a-Purpose Preschool
OPEN LINK
Play-with-a-Purpose celebrates 35 years of ECD Excellence and Legacy Award
OPEN LINK
Play-with-a-Purpose celebrates 30 years
OPEN LINK
Cornell University Sustainable Design Preschool
OPEN LINK
First Lady Michelle Obama visits Emthonjeni Centre (Golang, a Play-with-a-Purpose preschool)
OPEN LINK
Who did I raise? What makes a criminal? Interview with Roxanne Wienand
OPEN LINK
2022 - Groentjies, a Play-with-a-Purpose Preschool
OPEN LINK
2025 - Groentjies, a Play-with-a-Purpose Preschool
OPEN LINK
Local charity accomplishes world first
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Play with a Purpose celebrates 25 Years
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Monash University partnership with Play-with-a-Purpose
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Win @Work and Life with Nikki Bush Interview with Robyn Wienand
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Play with a Purpose Award Winners in the News
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Squirrels Preschool, a Play-with-a-Purpose Preschool
Publications & Research
Publications & Research
ECD advocacy on the National Intersectoral Forum for ECD with national goverment.
ECD advocacy on the National Intersectoral Forum for ECD with national goverment.
Create Lasting Impact
Change Lives Through Early Learning
Your contribution strengthens preschools, trains educators, and transforms young lives. Join us in building a future where every child receives the strong foundation that changes everything.
Create Lasting Impact
Change Lives Through Early Learning
Your contribution strengthens preschools, trains educators, and transforms young lives. Join us in building a future where every child receives the strong foundation that changes everything.
Create Lasting Impact
Change Lives Through Early Learning
Your contribution strengthens preschools, trains educators, and transforms young lives. Join us in building a future where every child receives the strong foundation that changes everything.
Let’s Connect!
Andries Road, Muldersdrift P O Box 1105, Muldersdrift, 1747
07h30 – 16h30 Monday - Friday
ISO 9001:2015 (world first) and ISO 21001:2018 (SA first) certified, raising the standard for quality early childhood education.
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© 2026 Play With A Purpose Educational Trust | 040-711-NPO
Let’s Connect!
Andries Road, Muldersdrift P O Box 1105, Muldersdrift, 1747
07h30 – 16h30 Monday - Friday
ISO 9001:2015 (world first) and ISO 21001:2018 (SA first) certified, raising the standard for quality early childhood education.
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© 2026 Play With A Purpose Educational Trust | 040-711-NPO
Let’s Connect!
Andries Road, Muldersdrift P O Box 1105, Muldersdrift, 1747
07h30 – 16h30 Monday - Friday
ISO 9001:2015 (world first) and ISO 21001:2018 (SA first) certified, raising the standard for quality early childhood education.
Join our newsletter to get updates from PWAP.
By subscribing you agree to with our Privacy Policy and provide consent to receive updates from our company.
© 2026 Play With A Purpose Educational Trust | 040-711-NPO