MEET OUR DEVOTED TEAM
We have qualified and experienced staff members who have devoted many years to their passion for teaching and the children in their care. These precious ladies, be it our teachers, teaching assistants, cleaning or kitchen staff, dedicate their time and love to every child who joins our Farmyard family. They strive to form a bond with each child and this, in turn, will lay the foundation for the child to develop holistically.
At this young and vulnerable age, our learners need a home away from home, and the educational staff at Farmyard are aware of this. Your child will feel loved and safe (emotionally and physically) in their school environment.
We have 3 staff members (a teacher and 2 teaching assistants) in each class.
The staff (teachers, as well as assistants) of Little Farmyard attend additional training sessions and workshops regularly. We make sure that our methods of teaching stay current and those lessons are delivered in such a way that every generation will benefit.
8 staff members hold current HS FA CPR AED certificates
Sandra Motlhosi
Birthdate:25 December
Favourite colour: Navy blue and maroon
Favourite animal: Elephant
Favourite treat: Koeksister
What are your hobbies: Walking
Who is your hero: My older brother
Best part of your job: Observing the children. Watching them grow and flourish
Words to live by: Don’t carry your mistakes around with you, instead, place them under your feet and use them as stepping stones.
Monique Smith
Birthdate: 10 March
Favourite colour: Yellow
Favourite animal: Dog
Favourite treat: Macdonalds
What are your hobbies: Spending time with my family
Who is your hero: Jesus
Best part of your job: Working with children brings a new and exciting challenge.
Words to live by: The more you pray, the less you panic. Through God, anything is possible..
Monique Smith
Birthdate: 12 December
Favourite colour: Pink
Favourite animal: Monkey
Favourite treat: Jelly Sweets
What are your hobbies: Outdoor adventure and singing
Who is your hero? My mom
Best part of your job: It is a privilege to work with children and positively impact their lives, especially their hearts.
Words to live by: I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me.
Granny Phetla
Birthdate: 27 April
Favourite colour: Black/Gold
Favourite animal: Dog
Favourite treat: Chocolate
What are your hobbies: Cooking/Baking
Who is your hero: God
Best part of your job: To keep the children neat, clean, and happy all the time. Helping them with their class work and to do things on their own. To be independent.
Words to live by: Dirty water has never stopped plants from growing. So don’t let negative words impede your progress.
Rietha Pieterse
Birthdate: 30 August
Favourite colour: Burgandy
Favourite animal: Cheetah
Favourite treat: Chocolate
What are your hobbies: Needlework/crafts
Who is your hero: Aron Ralston
Best part of your job: Every day is unique. Although every day might be planned, children will find a way to make the day interesting. I love it when the children go home and say, “Because my teacher said so!’. This is one of the times you know you have made an impact in their lives.
Words to live by: It is easier to build a child up than to repair an adult.
Granny Phetla
Birthdate: 27 April
Favourite colour: Black/Gold
Favourite animal: Dog
Favourite treat: Chocolate
What are your hobbies: Cooking/Baking
Who is your hero: God
Best part of your job: To keep the children neat, clean, and happy all the time. Helping them with their class work and to do things on their own. To be independent.
Words to live by: Dirty water has never stopped plants from growing. So don’t let negative words impede your progress.
Spinny Mabe
Birthdate: 25 April
Favourite colour: Red
Favourite animal: Dolphin
Favourite treat: Going to the movies
What are your hobbies: Watching TV
Who is your hero: I am my own hero
Best part of your job: Cooking.
Words to live by: Do not pray for an easy life. Pray for the strength to endure a difficult one.