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Our Professional Staff
All staff are suitably qualified (Educators are SACE registered), have police clearance, and are first aid trained.
Adelle Kreusch
Head of School/ Director
I believe in the ability of every one of our Canterbury students to choose to be kind, positive and forward thinking. Students who become adults, excited and passionate about changing the world, because they believe that they are resourceful enough…
Natasja Viljoen
Age 3 – 5
I believe that children are the future of our world and that a great education can mean the difference between an average future and a spectacular future. I truly believe that our Canterbury kids are going to be the future…
Leigh Chalmers
Head of ECD and Junior Primary – Grade 0
I teach because I have learnt the value of lifelong learning. Learning brings joy, purpose and hope to everyday living and I want to pass on that joy to my children. For the past 20 years, the Junior Primary…
Michelle Bird
Grade 1
I teach because I love to see the progress that the little ones make in their first year of formal schooling and get huge satisfaction out of watching them grow and learn. With over 25 years of experience, I’m passionate about…
Magdeleen Enslin
Grade 2
Somebody once asked, why do grownups say they “raise” children, when children don’t need anyone to raise them up, they are already up! I love this, and I believe it is my privilege as educator to remind children (and grownups!)…
Caroline Sithole
Grade 3
In the classroom my ultimate is seeing the response to different fun activities and the end result of wonderful assessments. This reflects on how the children in my class thrive on learning through play and learning in a relaxed…
Desiree Munien
Grade 4 Teacher
My approach to teaching is centered around creating a safe and nurturing environment where every child is acknowledged and validated, and where their opinions and thoughts are welcomed and respected…
Azeem Rehman
Senior Primary Educator
There is no greater reward and fulfillment than seeing a child grow, develop and learn new skills. I believe in holistic growth, learning both in and out of the classroom, thus equipping children with the necessary tools for the future.
Kirti Jewan
Senior Primary Educator
I teach because, “Education is the most powerful weapon which you can use to change the world”- Nelson Mandela. It is an electrifying feeling to be part of the education revolution whereby we equip our children with the skills like…
Caitlin Balt
Senior Primary Educator
Children have the right to an education, but it is our responsibility as educators to inspire children to love learning, through passion and patience. Every day is a new opportunity for learners to take an…
Pixie Mountjoy
Senior Primary Educator
I have been teaching for many years and continually find it rewarding to be in the amazing position of being able to make…
Amy Deerans
Director
It is such a privilege to be able to be a part of a child’s journey as they grow. I believe that a great education is so much more than just academics. When children leave my class I want them…
Kyle Deerans
Director
Education is pivotal. It can make or break a nation. We have an exclusive chance to equip children with an excellent education (academic and skills focused), to not only be successful in their personal lives but to positively impact on…
Claire Bennett
Director
From Canterbury Prep’s inception, I have wanted our school to be in the position to be able to transform lives, to give back to the community and the world. I want…
Daksha Hira
Finance Manager
I started at Canterbury in 2016 working part time in the finance department. The school has afforded me the opportunity to grow in the fields of finance and…
Sharon Misihairabwi
Administrator
Being at Canterbury is such a dynamic learning experience for me as I love being of service to the parents, children and staff. I desire to see children happy and flourishing and so working with a team of dedicated and…
Support Staff
Damian Meyer
Rock Remotely
Music speaks to everyone when words fail. Wherever you go in the world, it is understood.Its power to connect people is without question. Why I like teaching music. I can make an actual difference in a student’s life by teaching …
Nikki Meyer
Lingual Express
Learning a language can create many opportunities in ones lifetime and career. For children, learning a new language has fantastic benefits to their growth and opening their minds to new cultures. It improves memory, critical-thinking …
Annelie Naude’
Playball/Phys Ed
My name is Annelie Naude’ and I am passionate about teaching.I love working with children and that is why I enjoy teaching sport and movement skills to children to develop them in every area of their lives…
JoAnne Twala
Sunshine Drama Club
There are many sentimental and practical reasons why human beings need music. We all use music in different ways. How we worship, to create a mood or an ambiance, to evoke a memory, or simply bring about joy. Research has shown that …