Meet the Grace Trinity Team

Passionate Educators. Purposeful Leaders. People Who Care.

A School is Only as Strong as Its Staff

At Grace Trinity School for Girls, our educators are our greatest asset. From the front office to the classroom and beyond, every staff member plays a vital role in shaping our school community.

As Johannesburg South’s only private Christian girls’ school, we are proud to be led by a passionate team that believes in the power of girl-centred education, values-based leadership, and nurturing individual potential.

Management Team

Our leadership team provides strategic direction, emotional safety, and spiritual guidance. From academic excellence to staff support and operational integrity, they ensure that our school remains focused, flourishing, and future-ready.

Debra Fleetwood

Head of School

Conrad Cleary

Executive Headmaster

Taryn Dos Santos

Grade 7 - 12
Academic Head

Tracey Ponnusamy

Foundation Phase
Head of Department

Tanya Marques

Intermediate Phase
Head of Department

Caitlin Botha

Grade 7 - 12
Head of Department

Each leader is deeply invested in our girls' growth, actively involved in day-to-day life, and approachable.

Teaching Staff

Our teachers do more than deliver a curriculum - they help shape lives. With small class sizes, strong relationships, and a deep understanding of girl-centred learning, they create safe and stimulating environments where confidence and capability can thrive.

Whether it’s encouraging a shy speaker, coaching a budding scientist, or celebrating artistic achievement, our teachers are skilled, supportive, and purpose-driven.

Meet the educators behind our Pre-Primary, Foundation, Intermediate, Senior and FET phases.

Pre-School

High School - Senior Phase Grade 7 – 9 / FET Phase Grade 10 - 12

Caitlin Botha

Yolindie Van Rooyen

High School

Administrative Team

From admissions to finance, communication to care, our administrative staff are the heartbeat of our operations. Their professionalism and warmth ensure that families feel supported, systems run smoothly, and our school reflects the excellence we promise.

You’ll hear their voices on the phone, see their smiles at reception, and experience their dedication in every interaction.

Serene Strydom

Bursar

Roslyn Beeby

Primary School
Administrator

Antoinette Hawkins

High School
Administrator

Grounds & Support Team

Behind every clean classroom, safe playground, and welcoming event is a dedicated group of grounds and support staff. They care for our school’s physical space and contribute to the culture of respect, pride, and excellence that defines Grace Trinity.

Support Staff

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A United Team
with a Shared Mission

Every staff member at Grace Trinity plays a part in our greater mission: to empower girls to grow in wisdom, courage, and compassion. We are educators, mentors, helpers, and leaders - working together to create something extraordinary for every girl who walks through our gates.

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