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Meet Our Exceptional Team at St. Declan's School for Boys
Welcome to the heart of St. Declan's School for Boys: our exceptional staff. Here, amidst a backdrop of dedication and passion, you'll meet the faces behind the transformative experiences shaping our students' lives. Our hand-picked, dynamic team boasts an abundance of personality and skill, embodying our commitment to excellence and nurturing growth.
Guiding the path to success
More than educators, they are mentors and foundation layers, guiding each student on a journey of discovery and empowerment. As we believe, "A good education can change anyone. But a good teacher can change everything!" So let us introduce you to the remarkable individuals who are changing everything for our students, every single day.
Management
Our experienced team provides strategic direction and operational oversight, fostering an environment where students and staff thrive. With a focus on excellence and collaboration, they steer our school towards success.
Derek Robertson
Director
Ngosa Bwalya
Headmaster
Projects, Administration and Finance
This dedicated team ensures the smooth operation of our school, managing projects, finances, and administrative tasks. With precision and efficiency, they support our mission of providing quality education.
Lee-Ann Duvenage
Administration
Ann Dowie
Accounts
Tamlin Bezuidenhout
Administration
Heads of Department
Leading their respective phases with expertise and dedication, these educators oversee the academic and holistic development of students in Pre-Primary, Foundation, Intermediate, and FET phases. Their guidance shapes our students' educational journey.
Hayley
Fowler
Foundation Phase
Gr RR - 3
Chantel Van Der Schyff
Intermediate Phase
Gr 4 - 6
Roelien
Brakhoven
Senior Phase
Gr 7 - 9
Martinique
Da Silva
FET Phase
Gr 10 - 12
Cultural Department
Fostering creativity and expression, our Cultural Department, led by the Head of Culture, curates diverse artistic and musical experiences for students, promoting a vibrant arts culture within the school.
Kerry Sharp
Head of Culture
Sports Department
Our dedicated team in the Sports Department, including the Head of Sports and Sports Administration, ensures a dynamic sports program. With a focus on physical education from Foundation Phase PE, we foster athleticism and teamwork.
Chris Palmer
Head of Sports
Raine Duntstone
Sports Administration
External Therapists
Our team of dedicated professionals offers essential support for our students' holistic development, focusing on individual needs and well-being.
Theresa Clark
Occupational Therapist
Desiree De Atouguia
Ed. Psychologist
Delia Mattheus
Occupational Therapist
Emily Nunes
Speech and
Audiologist Therapist
Ground Staff
Our diligent team ensures the school's facilities and surroundings are maintained to the highest standards, providing a safe and conducive environment for learning and play.
Tyrone Robbie
Head of Maintenance
Neo Sethoba
Azile Mdingi
Zamile Nongalo
Thabo Nonyane
Knowledge Mhlongo
Adolphus Sikhipha
Cleaning Staff
Our dedicated team works tirelessly to uphold the cleanliness and hygiene standards of our school, ensuring a comfortable and inviting environment for students and staff alike.
Mildred Sikhipha
Lucia Twayi
Rosina Twayi
Margaret Moloi
Lucky Hluthwa
Smalls Lephoto
Pre-Primary Gr RR - R
Our nurturing educators in the Pre-Primary Gr RR - R, provide a stimulating and supportive learning environment for our youngest learners, fostering their curiosity, creativity, and social development.
Roxy Holdsworth
Delene Sellars
Samantha Oosthuizen
Rachel Haywood
Foundation Phase Gr 1 - 3
Our dedicated teachers in the Foundation Phase Gr 1 - 3 inspire a love for learning in our young students, nurturing their academic and personal growth through engaging lessons and supportive guidance.
Hayley Fowler
Nadia Koekemoer
Melissa Peall
Tarryn Hanna
Cendra Palmer
Storme Olivier
Heather Groenewold
Thando Moloi
Carina Faria
Bianca Jacobs
Chanay Pretorius
Shayla Stevens
Bianca Jacobs
Montana Sanders
Intermediate Phase Gr 4 - 6
Our experienced educators in the Intermediate Phase Gr 4 - 6 foster critical thinking and creativity in students, guiding them through foundational learning years with care and expertise.
Chantel Van Der Schyff
Claudi Van Rensburg
Anjali Vallabh
Tharina Weinmann
Liana Simmonds
Garith Retief
Natasha Cheary
Leigh Mollentze
Siveshan Naidoo
Austin Van Wyk
Latanya Davis
Music
Zelda Reyneke
Timothy Kazembe
Senior & FET Phase Gr 7 - 12
Our dedicated team in the Senior Phase & FET Phase Gr 7 - 12 supports students through their final years of schooling, preparing them for higher education and future endeavours with tailored guidance and mentorship.
Martinique Da Silva
Andre Poco
Caylee Grove
Rohil Dullabh
Sean Marques
Gerrit Van Der Merwe
Gary Natali
Kayla Vorster
Gabriella Van der Grijp
Melusi Cele
Lenus Swanepoel
Kerry Sharp
Gregory Guy
Roelien Brakhoven
