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
Martie Joubert
Martie Joubert
Birthdate: 16 August
Favourite colour: Blue
Favourite animal: My 2 spaniels
Favourite treat: Nando’s
What are your hobbies: Painting
Who is your hero: Jesus
Best part of your job: The unconditional love of a child.
Words to live by: Walk by faith and not by sight.
CINDY GLOSS
Cindy Gloss
Birthdate: 4 May
Favourite colour: Turquoise\Teal
Favourite animal: All creatures, great and small
Favourite treat: Pastries
What are your hobbies: Reading and building jigsaw puzzles
Who is your hero: Jane Goodall
Best part of your job: Giving my staff the tools, love, motivation, and appreciation that they need and deserve so that they can answer their God-given calling to the fullest.
Words to live by: You must be the change you wish to see in the world.
Sandra Motlhosi
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.
Lebo Tladi
Lebo Tladi
Birthdate: 28 March
Favourite colour: Red
Favourite animal: Rabbit
Favourite treat: Doughuts
What are your hobbies: Playing tennis
Who is your hero: I am my own hero.
Best part of your job: Giving the children the best love and care possible.
Words to live by: God is in control.
Princess Moatlhodi
Princess Moatlhodi
Birthdate: 24 March
Favourite colour: White
Favourite treat: Chocolate
What are your hobbies? Reading and cleaning
Who is your hero: My Dad
Best part of your job: Seeing how excited the children are to see me.
Words to live by: Love conquers all
Monique Smith
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..
Tina Tladi
Tina Tladi
Birthdate: 5 January
Favourite colour: Red
Favourite animal: Bunny
Favourite treat: Chocolate
What are your hobbies: Playing tennis
Who is your hero: My mother
Best part of your job: Potty training and being around children.
Words to live by: I will never leave you nor forsake you.
Mpho Ramaboa
Mpho
Birthdate: 23 December
Favourite colour: Grey
Favourite animal: Dog
Favourite treat: Chocolate ice-cream
What are your hobbies: Volleyball
Who is your hero: My mom
Best part of your job: Setting activities for the little ones
Words to live by: No matter what you do, don’t forget to love yourself.
Annetjie Fogolin
Annetjie Fogolin
Birthdate: 4 April
Favourite colour: Blue
Favourite animal: All animals
Favourite treat: Sushi
What are your hobbies: Reading
Who is your hero: Hykie Berg
Best part of your job: The unique qualities of each child. <br>
Words to live by: Lig jou ken en ken jou lig!
Lesedi Motlhosi
Lesedi Motlhosi
Birthdate: 01 January
Favourite colour: Light blue
Favourite animal: Eagle
Favourite treat: Peanuts
What are your hobbies: Reading
Who is your hero: Zozibini Tunzi
Best part of your job: Seeing the kids discover something new. It is fascinating to see their excitement and their amazed faces.
Words to live by: Never let the fear of striking out prevent you from playing the game.
Elsie Mofokeng
Elsie Mofokeng
Birthdate: 10 June
Favourite colour: Blue
Favourite treat: Burger and chips
What are your hobbies: Watching movies
Who is your hero: My mother
Best part of your job: Playing and dancing along with the kids.
Words to live by: Love the way you want to be loved.
Malanie Wessels
Malanie Wessels
Birthdate: 27 April
Favourite colour: Mint green
Favourite animal: Owl
Favourite treat: Chocolate
What are your hobbies: Baking and camping
Who is your hero: My mom
Best part of your job: It gives me so much joy to see the difference I make in a child’s life. No matter how big or small.
Words to live by: Make every moment a memorable one. Life is full of beauty. Notice the little things and live your life to your full potential. Always follow your dreams.
Fanisa Makaringe
Fanisa Makaringe
Birthdate: 2 April
Favourite colour: Blue
Favourite animal: Fish
Favourite treat: Chocolate
What are your hobbies: Jogging
Who is your hero: Nizibele Qamngana
Best part of your job: Getting hugs from the children every morning. It is the most beautiful thing. They keep me going.
Words to live by: The best and most beautiful things in the world cannot be seen or even touched. They must be felt with the heart.
Tumi Tladi
Tumi Tladi
Birthdate: 18 May
Favourite colour: Blue
Favourite animal: Dog
Favourite treat: Jelly Tots
What are your hobbies: Reading
Who is your hero: My Mother
Best part of your job: Playing with the children
Words to live by: Fear not, for I am with you.
Rietha Pieterse
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
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.
Ruth Moeng
Ruth Moeng
Birthdate: 6 January
Favourite colour: Red/ White
Favourite animal: Dog
Favourite treat: Lunch bar
What are your hobbies: Socialising and going out.
Who is your hero: My sister
Best part of your job: Being around the children.
Words to live by: Enjoy life!
Ernest Balebi
Ernest Balebi
Birthdate: 7 August
Favourite colour: Brown
Favourite animal: Dog
Favourite treat: Custard and jelly
What are your hobbies: Soccer and volleyball
Who is your hero: My mother
Best part of your job: Decorating.
Words to live by: Man of his own mind.
Spinny Mabe
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.