Our Team

Biancé Mitchell

Grade 1

Biancé completed her BCOM Industrial and Organisational psychology degree in 2013. She has also furthered her studies in Integrated Learning Therapy that focuses on the neural development of children. Her teaching philosophy is that children learn through experiences and experiencing and that the more a child uses their whole body, the more learning will take place. She strives to provide opportunities for children to explore, discover, create and imagine.

Anel Visser

Grade 2

Anel Visser holds a Bachelor Degree of Education in Foundation Phase Teaching and is a passionate educator. Anel has always been inspired by the energy and curiosity that children bring to the classroom. She firmly holds the belief that children are a gift from God and that they can teach adults valuable lessons about humility, love, and faith. For Visser, “teaching is not just a profession but a calling from God.” She views her role as an opportunity to serve by nurturing and guiding young minds. Inspired by the Reggio Emilia approach, she aims to foster a classroom where children are valued as capable and curious. Her teaching goal is to support each learner while encouraging a love for learning rooted in faith.

Leonora Stephens

Grade 3

Leonora completed her Bed Foundation Phase Degree through UNISA, she is currently working towards completing her Honours degree in Education through UNISA. Leonora has 9 years teaching experience. She has a background in ACE and State Curriculum. Leonora is also part of the Children's Ministry team at her church. Her passion and belief in the Reggio teaching methods is what drew her to The Capstone School. Leonora is someone who believes that teaching is all heart. She considers it a blessing to be part of a child's educational journey and assisting them in reaching their full potential through creative teaching and providing a nurturing environment. Leonora believes in the quote by Gordon Neufeld, “Children learn best when they like their teacher” (paraphrased).

Celine Vrey

Grade 4

I am excited and privileged to be part of the Capstone family. I am a qualified educator with over 10 years experience in education. I strive to be a positive role model for my learners. My goal is to inspire learners to grow not only as scholars but also as responsible, compassionate individuals.

“People may forget what you said, they may forget what you did, but people won't forget how you made them feel. — Maya Angelou”

Leana Olivier

Grade 5 | Afrikaans & Life Orientation

Leana holds a BDRAM degree from the University of Stellenbosch, a Postgraduate Certificate in Education from UNISA and a National Diploma in Outcomes Based Education, Training and Development Practices. For the past 12 years, she has been involved in various areas of education, such as skills development, special needs education, as well as Foundation Phase teaching. She has worked both in the classroom and on the stage as part of Performing Arts instruction. She believes that children should be loved first and taught second, and that the most important tool in a teacher's arsenal is a superb sense of humour!

Deerik Bezuidenhout

Grade 6

I completed my Bachelor of Education in the Intermediate Phase at UNISA. My background includes experience teaching English online to adults and serving as an Assistant Hostel Dean at Lilyfontein, an outdoor-centered school. This role provided me with valuable experience in student mentorship and school community life. I believe in providing the best quality education, but most importantly, ensuring the process is relaxed and enjoyable for my learners. I am excited to bring this approach and experience to the team at The Capstone School.

Jade

Grade 7

Jade is a dedicated and creative educator with a PGCE from the University of Cape Town. She is particularly interested in fostering a lifelong love of learning in her learners, and she enjoys designing lessons that are engaging, thoughtful, and evoke the spirit of curiosity in her learners. As both a teacher and a mom of four children, Jade values the importance of connection and care in the classroom, creating a space where children feel encouraged, supported, and seen. With a background in the arts, she also loves bringing creativity into her teaching and believes in nurturing the whole child—both academically and emotionally.

Emma Brink

Music

Emma Brink graduated from Stellenbosch University in 2011 with a BMus degree (Cum laude). Prior to her studies she spent 3 years in the mission field with Operation Mobilisation, travelling to 18 different countries around the world. After graduating she taught at different schools in Stellenbosch and Somerset West and began teaching at The Capstone School in 2018. She believes that every child has been created in the image of God and is unique and smart. Emma draws inspiration from the book '8 Great Smarts' by Dr. Kathy Koch. She is passionate about music education as learning to play a musical instrument activates every area of the brain and helps brain cells make the connections for virtually every kind of intelligence. She loves seeing children experience the joy of making music and using their gifts to glorify their Creator.