Michelle Solé
Principal
My goal is to a lead a team of highly dedicated teachers and support staff, to ensure that learners have the best developmental and educational experience. In collaboration with teachers and staff, I help create a safe and effective learning environment for our children.
Emily Salzwedel
SUPPORTING TEAM: ELA (Educator and learner Assistance)
I’m the mom of 2 beautiful busy boys and the wife of a handsome active husband. I have a passion for helping people and consequently studied occupational therapy at Stellenbosch University. I have worked in various private practices with many beautiful children, helping them to overcome challenges and to be successful. I’m an academic at heart and have completed my masters in Occupation Therapy at Pretoria University. I had the privilege to step away from work and stay at home and raising my precious boys. This path brought me here to Melkbos Pre-Primary. I love being a part of the MPP team. I have the privilege of applying my knowledge and experience to best serve this school while having great fun.
Melissa Uys
SUPPORTING TEAM: Rainbow Class
We do it for them, the little boys and girls that grow up to be the future doctors, nurses, teachers and presidents. We do it to share and to partake in something bigger than ourselves. We do it because we believe in what we do, and what we do matters and has purpose.
Sharon Douglas-Henry
Office Administrator
I moved into the school front office in 2020 and it is the best place ever to work. I love interacting with children and assisting them, as well as parents and teachers across the age groups. I absolutely thrive on the buzz of energetic children, and happy people!
Megan Wentzinger
Operations Manager
I have been an MPP team player for almost a decade, wearing many hats – from Sea Sprites to Secretary, and I’m currently having fun on the operational side of the school. I am whatever or whoever I need to be, and no day is the same – that’s what I love most!
George Curry
Human Resource consultant
I have 40 years working experience in law and people management. As a proud father of two boys who were shaped in their early development years at MPP, I am privileged to serve in an HR supportive and operations role at this awesome school. I stand in service to all associated with MPP.
Teachers
Michelle Hattingh
Pikkewynklas
Teaching is my calling and my passion, and I am a bit of a mother hen with so much love to give! I believe kids learn best when they feel safe and loved, and this is my goal for MPP. Our children are the future, and I am honoured to be part of their important learning journey.
Elizna Basson
Llama Class English
The love, laughter, mischief, creativity and imagination of children are like an eternal fountain of joy and vitality. Teaching allows me to make shape the world of tomorrow, and at Melkbos Pre-Primary I get to make a difference in the life of every child that walks into my classroom.
Carmen du Toit
Hasieklas Afrikaans
It’s always been my dream to be a mom and a teacher. Kids are truly my passion, and it’s such an immense privilege to see how they explore, learn, and gain life skills – I believe it’s life’s greatest reward! We laugh and cry together but most of all we have fun together.
Deonné Harmse
Skulpieklas
I thank God every day for the privilege to work with His most precious creations. Teaching children is my passion, and I love inspiring and motivating little ones to grow and explore. It’s my goal to help every child develop to their full potential and become their very best self!
Lizaan Fraser
Bugs Class/ Besieklas
It’s by pure coincidence that I became a teacher, but it’s amazing how life has a way of leading you to your true calling. I love working with kids and playing a role in their early development and growth. Together, we build a strong foundation for future learning!
Bianca Lak
Lion Class/ Leeuklas
I absolutely love what I do! Being a teacher is so much fun because I get to see children grow by creating a fun, happy and safe environment where they can learn through play. Teaching at MPP has been a wonderful journey and I am lucky to be part of the team.
Nicole Pretorius
Bokkieklas
Melkbos Pre-primary is my home! I believe in treating every child as an individual, to help them discover their unique skills and unlock their full potential. My goal is to help them develop their emotional, social, cognitive, spiritual and physical skills through play.
Tina Ranson
Forest Friends Class
Teaching is absolutely my passion! I love what I do and it’s such a privilege to play a small role in helping our little ones grow. At Melkbos Pre-Primary, we create an environment filled with fun and learning, and it’s rewarding to be present and see our children blossom.
Louise van der Westhuizen
Otterklas / Otter Class
I love to be part of the creative and ever-changing holistic developmental process of MPP's quality education. I love children and I love the safe, positive and Christian environment that the school has been providing for years now. It’s been a life-changing experience!
Annelize Augustyn
Beertjieklas / Teddy Bear Class
I teach at Melkbos Pre-Primary because I believe that God placed me here. Teaching is my calling and my passion, and the age group I work with is eager to learn. I love helping them prepare for formal school and I look forward to coming to school every morning!
Michelle Ferreira
Dinomite Class
Teaching young children is such a privilege. It is such a fun and rewarding profession and I know I am truly blessed to spend my days in this school and with these children. Melkbos Pre-Primary is such a special school where we can be ourselves and feel accepted!
Assistant’s Team
Anneline Rossouw
I love Melkbos Pre-Primary for the education we provide, and the love this team has for our children. It’s a fun and inspiring environment where children get to grow into their true selves – what a privilege to be part of this journey!
Christolene Coenraad
My main goal is to work closely with every child in my care, to help shape them to the best of my ability. I love seeing children grow and develop, as they become more independent and responsible by the day.
Evelyn Bonke
I have been a part of the Melkbos Pre-Primary family for over 6 years now, and I’ve loved every minute of my time here. I have so much love for the children in our care, and I love seeing them play, laugh and learn together.
Gertruida Filander
I’ve been working at Melkbos Pre-Primary for over a decade. I take my job very seriously, and I love what I do – this is my happy place! Since I was a child, I dreamed of teaching children, and it’s amazing to live this dream every day.
Julie Rosant
Joining the MPP was the best gift God could give me. I have grown so much as a mom, a woman, a sister, a friend, a colleague but most of all, in my job. Knowing I am going to see all the little faces is what gets me up in the morning and I am thankful for yet another day.
Lawinia Don
Our main focus in the Grade R class is to assist in our children’s development, structure and discipline, and to provide an environment for growth. I love creating an environment that enables kids to learn different skills, with love and to the best of my ability.
Louisa Sass
It’s an immense privilege to work with kids! Teaching and caring for children is truly my passion, and I love seeing them develop into their best selves. I believe in giving my best every day, and to do whatever I can to make them happy.
Marioette Dirks
Working with kids is my passion, and I love everything about them! I want to see them achieve their best and I always do whatever I can to give them a great learning experience. I also try to prepare them for the next teacher and class, so that they continue to grow!
Madré Samuels
I love my job so much, because of the intense love I have for these children! They are my reason for getting up every day and they bring me endless joy. By giving love to our children, we can bring them joy – because MPP is love!
Caroline Bafana
I pride myself on being a kind and honest person; I am always happy and always try to be positive. I love MPP because it is steeped in the truth: The truth that the children come first – what they learn and how they play – and creating the best foundation based on love.
Operations team
John Mafurlirwa
Grounds and maintenance
I am from Malawi and have been working at MPP for 2 years. I have learnt so much during my time here, working with irrigation systems, power tools, building child play areas and of course gardening. I hope to be a part of this team for many more years to come!
Jailos Chirwa
Grounds and maintenance
I am from Malawi and have been in South Africa for 11 years now, working at Melkbos Pre-Primary for 3 years. I have been married to my wife Patricia for 15 wonderful years and we have two beautiful daughters. If I am not working, I am in the gym!
Locadia Kwaramba
Housekeeping
I love to learn new things, so my favourite thing about working at MPP is how much I get to learn – this makes every day exciting for me. I love my colleagues, and I am so proud of what the school has to offer the children and the teachers.
Sea Sprites
I love working at Melkbos Pre-Primary because it’s my home away from home. The staff and children are my family, and I love coming to work here every day. At the end of the day, Melkbos Pre-primary is not just my job, it’s my lifestyle.
Rebekah Baynes
I love to learn new things, so my favourite thing about working at MPP is how much I get to learn – this makes every day exciting for me. I love my colleagues, and I am so proud of what the school has to offer the children and the teachers.
Locadia Kwaramba
I love working at MPP for countless reasons that all seem to have 1 thing in common: People care. You will always have a shoulder to cry on, a helping hand, someone to laugh with. I never dreamed I would find such an understanding and caring workplace!
Aurora Wood