Meet The Parks Team

Georgia Van Der Westhuizen

Georgia Van Der Westhuizen

Position: Principal

Qualification:  BED (Foundation Phase), Programme in Grade R Teaching, Child Care Worker course

Birthday: 11 October

Experience in ECD: I have been in the education industry as an assistant teacher & lead teacher for over 12 years and counting.

Why are you a teacher?: Being a teacher lets me take part in shaping the next generation and impart life lessons on all that walk through my classroom door. 

Unique special talentSinging and fashion design

Caroline Letsau

Caroline Letsau

Position: Orange Group Lead Teacher

Qualification:  NQF Level 4

Birthday:  21 June

Experience in ECD: I have 2 years experience working in the ECD sector with children from birth to 5 years of age

Why are you a teacher?: I love being around children of all ages, seeing how they grow into such amazing little individuals, each with their own personalities, likes and dislikes.

Unique special talentI bake and cook, that’s my unique talent. I love playing with the little ones and engage in conversations with them. It’s always nice to listen to this little dreamers

Bokamoso Khalo

Bokamoso Khalo

Position: Assistant Orange Group Teacher

Qualification: NQF 5 Certificate in ECD

Birthday: 14th July

Experience in ECD: This is my first experience after my completing studies.

Why are you a teacher?: Because I want to show the young ones that love is not only found at home but also at school. I am here to serve/offer that as a teacher while brightening their future.

Unique special talent: Singing and playing netball.

Bonnie Bheya

Bonnie Bheya

PositionLead Red Group Teacher

Qualification: ECD and NQF 4 certification

Birthday: 27th April

 Experience in ECDI have over 5 years of childcare experience which includes au pairing and teaching. 

Why are you a teacher?Teaching is my lifelong passion and the lessons I learn from each child is invaluable and provides never ending teaching moments.

Unique special talentSwimming, hockey, gymnastics, Excellent communication, innovative and adaptability are special talents of mine

Sibusisiwue Nketo

Sibusisiwue Nketo

PositionAssistant Red Group Teacher

Qualification: Certificate in administration management

Birthday: 25 January

 Experience in ECDI have classroom, administration, cooking experience and now have the privledge of working as an assistant teacher in Red Group

Why are you a teacher?I have immense patience and drive for children. I enjoy seeing them succeed and do well. 

Unique special talentI have a special way with people and enjoy seeing them thrive.

Aubrey Hlatshwayo

Aubrey Hlatshwayo

Position: Lead Yellow Group Teacher

Qualification:  NQF Level 4

Birthday:  21 January

Experience in ECD: From my earliest memory, I worked with my mom in a day care facility. I have worked in many different school with various age groups through my studies and the years.

Why are you a teacher?: 

Growing up with a family of teachers,  I developed a love and passion for children and a diverse understanding of teaching. 

Unique special talent:  I have a way of getting to know children that is different and specialised.

Vuyo Memqe

Vuyo Memqe

Position: Yellow Group Assistance Teacher

Qualification:  Child minding certificate

Birthday:  25 October

Experience in ECD:  I have worked with children for the past 8 years. I have had the opportunity to work with my different age groups throughout these years. I am able to facilitate many different activities drawing the outcomes and experiences of the children

Why are you a teacher?: I have fallen in love with getting to know the emotional, physical and social development of a children directly, is one of many reasons that I became the teacher I am today

Unique special talent:  I find my strengths in working with a team, and have a unique talent of uplifting others through my many skills such as communication

Thembanini Mbongwe

Thembanini Mbongwe

Position: Green Group Lead Teacher

Qualification:  Child minding certificate and cooking courses

Birthday:  2o July

Experience in ECD:  I have over 15 years of educational experience with children. I have been afforded the opportunities to work in different environments related to not only children but other areas. 

Why are you a teacher?: I have known since a very young age that I have wanted to work with children. It brings enrichment and unconditional love to my life, as children have a unique and special energy that they bring to me

Unique special talent:  I have an passion and enjpyment for singing and I love bringing this to my children in my classroom!

Beauty Nxusa

Beauty Nxusa

Position: Assistant Green Group Teacher

Qualification:  Child Minding Certificate

Birthday:  23 September 

Experience in ECD: I have been working with children for the past 15 years. I have had the opportunity to work with different age groups, catering to their specific needs.

Why are you a teacher?: I have passion and desire to educate and care for children of all ages. I like to learn about children’s individual passions and dreams as they are always so unique.

Unique special talent: I have a way for children to open up to me and get them to play openly and freely.

Audrey Gumede

Audrey Gumede

Position: Lead Blue Group Teacher

Qualification:  Child Minding Certificate

Birthday:  11 March 

Experience in ECD: I have been working with children for over 10 years in different capacities

Why are you a teacher?: I want to ensure that all children who pass through my classroom, get the best start to their learning experience and journey. I enjoy the responsibilities of keeping children safe

Unique special talent:  I have a passion for the creative arts and love to get my hands dirty to create a memorable pieces of art.

Name: Sarah Lekhoane

Name: Sarah Lekhoane

Position: Assistant Blue Group Teacher

Qualification: NQF6 in Early Childhood Education

Birthday: 12th April

Experience in ECD14 years working with children in ECD.

Why are you a teacher?: I’ve always had the love and passion of becoming a teacher. I have a way of creating a welcoming environment for children and building a nurturing relationship in the classroom where feel a children sense of belonging.

Unique special talent: Strong work ethics and problem-solving ability.

Matshidiso Ledwaba

Matshidiso Ledwaba

Position: Custodian

Qualification: Matric 

Birthday:  8 June

Experience in ECD: From 2006, I have been actively involved in all forms of classroom management and care and have now happily found my home in cooking and hygiene.

Why do you like cooking/ working with children?: I have always had a passion and drive for young children, and I never want them to experience a world without education.

Unique special talentAdvice and planning, cooking and cleaning