St Declan's Staff

Introducing the St. Declan's Family

St Declan's Staff

Introducing the St. Declan's Family

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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

Derek Robertson

Director

Conrad Cleary

Conrad Cleary

Executive Principal

Ngosa Bwalya

Ngosa Bwalya

Principal

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.

Meagan Armstrong

Meagan Armstrong

Operations Manager

Lee-Ann Duvenage

Lee-Ann Duvenage

Administration

Ann Dowie

Ann Dowie

Accounts

tamlin-bezuidenhout

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, Intermediate, and FET phases. Their guidance shapes our students' educational journey.

Samantha Oosthuizen

Sam
Oosthuizen

Pre Primary

Gr RR - R

Hayley Fowler

Hayley
Fowler

Foundation Phase
Gr RR - 3

Claudi Van Rensburg

Claudi
Van Rensburg

Intermediate Phase

Gr 4 - 6

Roelien Brakhoven

Roelien
Brakhoven

Senior Phase
Gr 7 - 9

Martinique Da Silva

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.

Norma Eastmure

Norma Eastmure

Head of Culture

Zelda Reyneke

Zelda Reyneke

External Musical Activities

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

Chris Palmer

Head of Sports

Leigh Mollentze

Leigh Mollentze

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

Theresa Clark

Occupational Therapist

Desiree De Atouguia

Desiree De Atouguia

Ed. Psychologist

delia-mattheus

Delia Mattheus

Occupational Therapist

emily-nunes

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.

Neo Sethoba

Neo Sethoba

Head of Maintenance

Azile Mdingi

Azile Mdingi

Zamile Nongalo

Zamile Nongalo

Thabo Nonyane

Thabo Nonyane

Knowledge Mhlongo

Knowledge Mhlongo

Adolphus Sikhipha

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

Mildred Sikhipha

Lucia Twayi

Lucia Twayi

Rosina Twayi

Rosina Twayi

Margaret Moloi

Margaret Moloi

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.

Samantha Oosthuizen

Samantha Oosthuizen

Delene Sellars

Delene Sellars

Mellissa Peall

Mellissa Peall

Rachel Haywood

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

Hayley Fowler

Nadia Koekemoer

Nadia Koekemoer

Victoria De Almeida

Victoria De Almeida

Charlene Araujo

Charlene Araujo

Tarryn Hanna

Tarryn Hanna

Roxy Holdsworth

Roxy Holdsworth

Storme Olivier

Storme Olivier

Cendra Palmer

Cendra Palmer

Heather Groenewold

Heather Groenewold

Thando Moloi

Thando Moloi

Bianca Jacobs

Bianca Jacobs

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.

Claudi Van Rensburg

Claudi van Rensburg

Norma Eastmure

Norma Eastmure

Vanessa Marx

Vanessa Marx

Tharina Weinmann

Tharina Weinmann

Gerrit van der Merwe

Gerrit van der Merwe

Garith Retief

Garith Retief

Natasha Cheary

Natasha Cheary

Bronwyn Bwalya

Bronwyn Bwalya

Jason Van Noordwyk

Jason Van Noordwyk

Music

Zelda Reyneke

Zelda Reyneke

Timothy Kazembe

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

Martinique Da Silva

Andre Poco

Andre Poco

Caylee Grove

Caylee Grove

Rohil Dullabh

Rohil Dullabh

Sean Marques

Sean Marques

Deborah Falcao

Deborah Falcao

Gary Natali

Gary Natali

Kayla Vorster

Kayla Vorster

Charlese van derMerwe

Charlese van der Merwe

Melusi Cele

Melusi Cele

Belinda Huntley

Belinda Huntley

Gregory Guy

Gregory Guy

Roelien Brakhoven

Roelien Brakhoven

Paula Cousins

Paula Cousins