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A Message from Our Principal
Dear Parents and Guardians,
My journey in education began long before Cocomelon Dyondzo Academy was founded. Growing up, I always felt a deep calling to lead and nurture—a passion that found its first home in my local church where I served as a Sunday School leader. It was there that I realized children are the most precious foundation of our community.
My husband, Banga Edward, and I saw a need in our village. Having grown up without access to the high-quality education every child deserves, we made it our mission to change that cycle. In 2022, we opened our doors with just 5 children and a dream to see our village children grow up intelligent, confident, and empowered. Today, we are home to over 30 learners who walk through our doors daily to Learn, Play, Sing, and Grow. This academy is our heart, and we are honored to share it with your family.
With warmth and gratitude,
Palesa Prodance
Principal & Founder
The Hearts Behind the Magic
Meet the passionate educators who built Cocomelon Dyondzo Academy from the ground up.
Palesa Prodance
Principal & Co-Founder
With a deep passion for early childhood education, Palesa leads our academy with warmth and dedication. Her vision is to create a nurturing space where every child feels valued and inspired to learn.
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Our Journey Together
Palesa and Banga, a dynamic husband-and-wife team, founded Cocomelon Dyondzo Academy with a shared vision: to create a school where children feel loved, safe, and excited to learn every day.
Combining Palesa's expertise in early childhood education with Banga's operational excellence, they've built more than just a school—they've created a family. Their dedication to nurturing young minds has made Cocomelon Dyondzo Academy a trusted name in the community.
"Together, we're shaping the future, one child at a time."
Our Growth Story
From humble beginnings to a thriving learning community
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2022
Founded
Started with a dream
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600%
Growth
From 5 to 30+ students
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30+
Happy Learners
And growing every day
The Heart of Our School
Hover to discover what drives us forward
Our Core Values
Safety
Creating a secure environment where children can explore without worry
Creativity
Fostering imagination and innovative thinking every single day
Respect
Teaching kindness, empathy, and the value of every individual
Joy
Making learning fun, engaging, and filled with laughter
Officially Recognized & Certified
We uphold the highest standards of South African early childhood education.
SACE Registered
Educators
Dept. of Education
Registered
First Aid Certified
Safe Environment
CAPS Aligned
Grade R-2