Day Centre for Women and Children
About Us
Ntlo ea Lebone, also known as The Lighthouse, is a Christian non-profit organization based in Clarens, Eastern Free State, South Africa. We are dedicated to supporting local women and young children from disadvantaged communities.
Our programs focus on nutrition, basic health care, education, and overall well-being. We work through a two-fold, phased approach:
Phase 1: We provide essential support to ensure the basic well-being of mothers and children in our care—our “family.”
Phase 2: We empower women to discover and develop their God-given skills, creating opportunities for future employment or entrepreneurship.
At Ntlo ea Lebone, we believe in building strong foundations for healthier families and brighter futures.
Our Goals
Newborn (0-3 Months)
Infant (3-12 Months)
We support mothers and their little ones by focusing on:
Nutrition: Formula and feeding essentials, healthy food introduction, and nutrition education.
Hygiene: Infant care, diaper and feeding hygiene, and training for mothers.
Development:
- Newborns (0-3 months):
Reflexes, sensory development, feeding, and sleeping - Infants (3-12 months):
Motor skills (rolling, crawling, sitting), babbling, early learning, and cause-and-effect awareness
Toddler (1-3 Years)
Preschooler (3-5 Years)
We care for toddlers and preschoolers by supporting:
Nutrition: Two healthy snacks + two balanced meals daily
Hygiene: Personal care, hygiene items, and training for kids & mothers
Development:
- Toddlers (1-3 years):
Mobility (walking, running), first words, exploring independence, understanding social interactions - Preschoolers (3-5 years):
Motor skills, expanding vocabulary, learning to play with others, problem-solving, understanding emotions
School Ready (5-6 Years)
We prepare children for school by focusing on readiness, confidence, and lifelong learning.
School Readiness
We will launch our School Readiness Program in January 2026, helping children refine motor and academic skills, build social confidence, grow in independence, and begin to understand abstract concepts.
First School Year Program
We will launch our First School Year Program in January 2027. Children will enter their first school year, where we will support them with uniforms, stationery, and the encouragement to let their light shine bright.
Our Women
The Lighthouse is a safe place where mothers and children can find hope, healing, and a fresh start.
Training & Skills Development
Nutrition, hygiene, and basic well-being
Child Nutrition & hygiene training
Skill assessment to identify natural strengths
Basic adult education and ongoing training (if needed)
Specific skills training (e.g., employable or entrepreneurial skills)
Individual progress assessment leading to: Volunteering, Employment, Entrepreneurship
Ntlo ea Lebone – Here, they are encouraged to grow, uplift one another, and shine with the light of God’s love.
How We Work
Open Monday to Friday, 8:00 – 17:00
Daily attendance ensures consistent participation in programs
Transportation is provided
Shared house duties (cooking, cleaning, washing, childcare, gardening)
Training and skills development once daily basics are completed
What The Lighthouse Represents
Hope – for new beginnings
Faith – in God’s plan and purpose
Love – shared within the community and beyond