Staff

I have been in education for over 34 years and am just as passionate as I was when I first started. I believe in all-round approach, developing not only the children's academic abilities but helping them to blossom emotionally and spiritually, ready to face life’s challenges. I am fair but firm when dealing with discipline using a values-based methodology to encourage children to become independent, responsible, and respectful towards others, their work and their daily lives. I have always encouraged children to reach their own potential, through setting attainable goals and believing in themselves. 

I am a positive individual and enjoy a good challenge. In my down time, I like to read, mosaic and paint. I am married to Glenn, have two children, Calum, who will be 22 this year and is a Sound Engineer and Nina, who is almost 20 and is studying at Fedisa. We have 5 dogs, who all are part of the family too

My journey in education began over a decade ago in South Korea where I taught English at an elementary school. I am very passionate about children's learnings, and about making sure how our children learn matches the technology of our time. I enjoy working and interacting with children of all ages and supporting them not only through their learning experiences but also through their social and life interactions. I am currently studying towards a diploma in education. I am also a fully-qualified Pilates teacher and I run the fitness programme and drama classes at the Edu-centre

This year the Edu-centre welcomed Jade into our teaching

team. Jade has brought an element to the centre with her

youth and enthusiasm. She is studying teaching through

Unisa, so being at the centre gives her valuable classroom

experience. Jade has several passions, including Chess and

Sport. She has introduced our sports programme which the

children have thoroughly enjoyed. The children have grown in

their Chess skills through her guidance and expertise. Jade

has entered them into chess tournaments, where they have

done really well. Next term, Jade will start with the Winter

Sports. We look forward to a strong Netball team, another of

Jade’s strengths.

Currently, Jade facilitates the Junior class. Her patience and

kindness are evident in her interactions with the children. She works through difficult

concepts with them, sometimes also helping the senior children with their work.

Jade has much to offer the Edu-centre and we hope that in return the experience that she

earns helps to further her education career.