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Grantleigh
I was part of the first Zulu class to matriculate from Grantleigh. Mrs Motaung was our Zulu teacher. She pushed us and motivated us to achieve exceptional results that year. Through her methods of teaching she taught us more than just Zulu. We learnt to be confident, to strive for our goals and to always be aware of the social issues in our society. She showed us so much love and kindness.

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Grantleigh
What an amazing human being ❤️ She was so kind and passionate about teaching. She helped me turn around my grades for English and I will forever be grateful!

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Mrs Juriana Filmalter - Grantleigh (also JRC)

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Mrs Juriana Filmalter - Grantleigh (also JRC)

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She always just knew and understood. You were heard and she was always fully present. You mattered. That had such a positive impact on my life. Afrikaans & hockey became safe places where you were encouraged, accepted, had fun, could cry, never felt judged, learnt the value of being real and had so many laughs...

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Grantleigh

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Grantleigh
What an amazing drama teacher.  She had so much passion and could bring out the best in anyone.

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Grantleigh

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NGHS
English teacher at NGHS in the 1990s. Stern and you would NOT cross her but just the best teacher ever. First woman to show any faith in me.

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Grantleigh
When I first came to Grantleigh I was quite a shy kid and I cried ( this is anonymous right ;) ) when my mum left me at the circle. I will never forget that Mrs vd Walt came up to me with the best smile, even though she looked like she had been running around like crazy on a busy morning. She took me to the tuckshop and bought me a chocolate, gave me a hug and said I'm going to be ok. Then she took me to a group of boys by my new class and told them that I was new and they should welcome me, she even came back later with a hat for me to wear. Anyway I am still friends with those boys today and I had the best first day. I think it would have been much harder if a kind teacher didn't come up to me that morning.

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Benjamin Pine Primary School
In this man's class every child was unique and every child had talents. Mr Corlett made each individual want to give of their best and I thank you for cultivating a drive to succeed. Have a happy retirement, Sir.

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Marrisstella
One of the greatest teachers i have ever had... She has inspired me in so many ways and she never fails to make me smile #togethermarisstella ❤️

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Grantleigh

She was one of the most fantastic teachers I have had. Her knowledge on Biology was incredible and she had a great way of passing this knowledge on to her students. My class went on to produce 4 medical doctors and a veterinarian out of about 20 students and I'm quite sure she played a large role in inspiring each one.

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My first teacher I worked with.... Guide, advisor, example. I'm jealous she never taught me maths but I will admit that I learnt a lot from her. Best teacher EVER!

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My high school English teacher at Convent High School
You were so amazing and brought to life literature and poetry so much so that I am still hooked today. Thank you for your love and passion of the subject. High five for Mrs Adendorf

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Everlasting teacher, spiritual guide, 'faith farmer'.... I was truly privileged to be taught by you.

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My class 2 teacher at Holy Family Convent, Durban. You were an awesome teacher who taught me with such love and compassion. You inspired me to become a teacher myself...and you are often in my thoughts. 🤬

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Miss Robinson was my standard 5 teacher(Grade7) the most counter cultural teacher I've ever experienced. We were out of the classroom more than in it. Experiential learning about 20 years ahead of its time. We climbed trees, we spent most of the time on a beach exploring Rocky shore zones. There was a lot of poetry and art and rounders and destroying of alien vegetation, and speaking to people and rounders and silk screening and love for the environment..... And not too much afrikaans or maths.... But I learnt lessons I've never forgotten.

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Mrs Louisa Van Der Walt (Junior primary)

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Mrs Louisa Van Der Walt (Junior primary)

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Grantleigh School

Mrs van Der Walt is one of the most dedicated and special teachers I have had the privilege of teaching me in my life. She has a unique talent of identifying each child's needs and helping them to reach their full potential. She always has a smile on her face and no problem was ever too big for her to help with. Not only is she great with kids but fantastic with parents alike. I feel that being in her class in the early years of my schooling gave me the confidence to go forward always thinking the best of myself and knowing that I can be great at anything I put my mind to. She sets the standard for a good teacher very high.

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My college Mathematics teacher and hockey coach. You were the best ever. 🎓🙏

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The most incredible drama teacher to walk the planet. Her kindness, her love, her ability to see truth and draw out the most incredible moments - celebrating life and seeing what's beautiful in everything. Walking with so much grace and generosity and human spirit - no matter what -  A LIGHT, a phenomenal SOUL, a BLESSING. For which I will forever be grateful.

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Grantleigh Schools
Man, what an Amazing English teacher!! He made me absolutely love the subject and when he read anything outloud to you, the words would come alive and you could imagine the picture of what he was reading to you, so vividly in your mind!

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Grantleigh Schools
It was my 1st year at Grantleigh as a learner and I started in Grade 6, which happened to be Mrs Leslies first year there too.
She was so funny, straight forward, down to earth, and besides being a great teacher, she  kept us entertained with her funny jokes and good sense of humour. I now have the privilege of working with her as an educator myself and I can honestly say she hasnt changed one bit!

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Durban Girls’ High School
Mrs Willis was the most inspiring teacher and mentor. She was a visionary and taught us in ways that were way beyond the  methods of the time. She inspired me to travel the world and find real life examples that I could use in my teaching. She brought Geography to life and am grateful for her guidance in the early years of my teaching career.

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Pinetown Girls' High School (2008)
Ma'am is the most caring teacher I have ever had and, of course, the best Geography and Maths Lit teacher ever. Ma'am has a wonderful sense of humour, a caring heart and a drive to help you become the best version of you. Thank you for everything you have done, are doing and will do for learners. So many happy memories of you.

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Grantleigh Schools
She’s the best art teacher ever!
Class of 2019 art students will miss her when she goes to China at the end of the term. She always inspires us to do better even though we are a lazy class. She’s one of a kind✨

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Grantleigh

Mr Phungula took me from a 60% average to a 90% at the end of matric. His dedication to his learners and maths allowed for us to all grow to love the subject. I remember the day he took pictures of us to learn our names and low and behold, the next day he knew us by name. He allowed us to change our opinions of ourselves. His story of how he became a maths teacher will stick with me forever.  He was absolutely incredible and an inspiration to many.

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Grantleigh

Mrs Bishop is the reason I became a Geography teacher myself. Her exciting lessons, knowledge and love for the subject allowed me to become who I am today. She was always so loving and never let a bad day get her down or reflect in the lesson. Mrs Bishop was always an inspiration and a motivation to be the best I could be. Thank you for that.

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Grantleigh School
To find a teacher who is not only passionate about her subject but so enthusiastic and caring about the wellbeing of her students  is something special.

Mrs Raath always put so much care into every single class we had. Not only is she a phenomenal teacher of curriculum  but also that of life. Mrs Raath's kind nature and motherliness will forever be remembered and appreciated.

Thank you Mrs Raath for never giving up on any of your students and for always seeing the best in every situation and every child that walked your way. Ons almal Gooi Mielies X

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John Ross College
When I started my schooling at JRC I was afraid of Miss King. I was allocated to her English class in grade 10 and I dreaded my first lesson. To my surprise she was lovely and inspired us to be our best creative selves. I love the way Miss King speaks. Her command over the English language is amazing to witness. Whenever I watch a movie I can hear her voice explaining the nuances of the cinematographer's work. I am enriched.

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Grantleigh Schools
Mr Cook was never actually one of my teachers, but when the bird club started, I was the only girl to join in the first term and I will never forget how attentive and caring he was. I was only in grade 3 or 4 and he was super excited to teach me all about birds. He would even come and get me out of class to show me a bird that had nested around the property, or 1 that I will never forget, the bar-throated apalis that came with a little story to remember the name. I think it was Mr Cooks excitement to teach us things that got to me. And I will never forget it.

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Grantleigh Schools
My music teacher that changed my life and gave me something to cling onto through all the stages of my life. Will always be super grateful to have had this lady influence my life in such a big way.

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Grantleigh Schools
Mrs Ireland’s classroom was a sanctuary. I would often opt to spend my lunch breaks in there. And she encouraged us to do that if that’s what we wanted to do.

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Grantleigh Schools
My Grade 6 teacher ❤️  She always helped us individually to do better and be better. She was so warm and lovely. Grade 6 Shayne wanted to grow up and be a teacher just like Mrs Smith.

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Grantleigh Schools
Best art teacher ❤️ We were one of the laziest classes but she still managed to keep us on track. She gave us the time to relax and chill but she also kept a close eye on the progress that we were making.. and she didn’t hesitate to tell you when you had to pull up your socks and work..  Best art class #2017

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John Ross College
Grade 10, 11 and 12 English Teacher. Mr Marlowe made each lesson educational, inspirational and fun. We enjoyed the way he would read to us, bringing the characters to life. He was such an amazing teacher who knew how to engage with his students.

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Grantleigh College
She is an amazing Accounting and EMS teacher, she knows how to make the complicated work seem more simple. She is willing to sit with one student for hours to try and help them to grow and develop in their accounting skills. She puts 110% into all of her lessons. She is very witty and inspiring. She is incredibly caring and comforting. I loved having her as a teacher.

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Grantleigh College.

Mr Abbott - Best geography teacher with the best sence of humor and sarcasm. Always ready to help no matter what and is the most caring and real person.
Mrs Abbott - Best English teacher I have ever had and will go out of her way to help, no matter what. The most caring and genuine teacher I have ever been taught by.

They both only ever want the best for you, and will push you to only give of your best. They honestly turn my bad days around. Mr Abbott with his sarcasm and Mrs Abbott with her quirky sense of humour. They are like my parents away from home, and have the best advice. The most caring couple, that I have so much time and respect for!

I'm going to miss them both so much next year!
Thank you Mr and Mrs Abbott

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Grantleigh Schools
Her passion for teaching is out of this world. She taught us Math Lit, and she did this with the love of a mother.  She always knew when I wasn't okay, she'd ask, "My boy, are you okay?" , and that, in itself,  made me feel  a whole lot better. This strong woman did way more than just being a teacher. I have so much respect and admiration for Mrs Kruger.

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Grantleigh School

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Grantleigh Schools
Mrs Hall was my English teacher in Grade 11 and 12 and she honestly was the best English teacher I've ever had. Her love and passion for the English language showed. She always went over and above for us and constantly pushed us to do better. She was strict but loving at the same time. Her classes were engaging and she ensured we understood everything including Shakespeare 🙂. I am currently a teacher in Thailand and I constantly think back to my classes with her. I never thought I'd pursue English in anyway because I really did not like it but by the end of my grade 12 year I had fallen in love with the language too. Thank you Mrs Hall ❤️

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Grantleigh Schools
She had the most amazing and caring personality and was always willing to help, may it be academically or personally. I remember history lessons in grade 9, were always the best part of my day! Mrs Anderson was like my school mum and was really someone I could count on.
I recall the day she left was one of the most challenging days I had ever faced. She was truly an Angel.

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Mrs Ireland (now Matthews) | Grantleigh College

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Mrs Ireland (now Matthews) | Grantleigh College

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Most inspiring teacher I have ever had. (More inspiring than my University lecturers)
Mrs Ireland saw a passion in me before I even knew it was a passion. She guided me towards a career path in design I didn’t even know I wanted to take, but have succeeded in. My future plan to take all my knowledge in design and art and become a matric art teacher is all because of Mrs Ireland, because want to inspire students like she inspired me. Forever grateful for her passion and caring personality.

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Grantleigh Schools
She really was such a ray of sunshine! Nothing was every too big or too small when it came to her students!

She made BE one of the best subjects.

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Granteligh Schools
I really struggled with maths and he never made me feel inadequate or feel as though it was beyond me. Whenever he had a new concept to teach us he would come up with a way to use pictures/ drawings to explain it. He really was a fantastic teacher. I had to do a semester of statistics at uni and was only able to pass because of him.

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John Ross College
His hilarious impressions turned Art History into a stand-up comedy show. I loved every lesson.

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Grantleigh Schools
She was teacher that would scare a lot of us in school but her classes where the best, she taught us a lot, made classes fun and had respect for every learner. Always went out her way for her class and helped you with every problem you had, you could always count on her. I do miss her.

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John Ross College
I had lost all faith in my maths ability until Ms Botes joined the school halfway through the year. My Maths mark improved by 25% in the first term. Suddenly Maths was no longer a struggle but became my favourite subject.

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He honestly and genuinely made me feel comfortable with my struggle with maths. He always tried to encourage me and explain things simply without ever being patronizing or condescending.
He brought up my maths score considerably by just taking time to actually focus on helping me and others understand and apply.
His overall demeanor made maths (which was my most hated subject) one of my favorites.
Always regretted not thanking him enough in person.

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St Henry’s
She always had her students' best interest at heart and went out of her way to help those of us who struggled.

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John Ross College
Belinda was my Home Ec (now known as Consumers) Teacher in JRC, and she made every single day a pleasure to come to school. Friendly and easy going but still strict and steadfast. Treated everyone as equals and was incredibly encouraging. Wicked sense of humour with an even better taste in music. A real diamond :)

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Grantleigh Schools
Absolute champion of a Maths teacher, but an even better man. Loved his class and his sense of humour. Could really do with more educators of his ilk !

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Grantleigh Schools
When he first came to Grantleigh and Grant's House in 2015 I wasn't quite sure what to expect until the first time we got into trouble at boarding. His unique sense of humour and sarcastic comments made the school a better place. I always got tuned for not living up to my full potential and that my brutal honesty will land me into trouble one day. With every sarcastic comment and constructive criticism he only meant well.

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Empangeni High School
My English teacher in Std 6 at Empangeni High School, way back in 1986.  Miss Parker was the prettiest teacher who wore big ribbons in her ponytails. She took our whole class for a sleepover at her parents' big home in Eshowe and we had a lot of fun there. No teacher just does that so we must have been a very special Std 6 class :-)

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John Ross College
His lessons were always fun and interesting.