My name is  Bianca Bresler. I am a new teacher with a passion for Mathematics and Life Science. I have a Bachelor of Science in Zoology from the University of Pretoria, a testament to my love for the natural world and its intricacies.

I am currently pursuing my Postgraduate Certificate in Education (PGCE) as I am committed to honing my teaching skills and making a positive impact on my students' lives.

I believe in creating a supportive and inclusive learning environment where every student feels valued and empowered to reach their full potential, making Drakondale the perfect school for me. I hope to inspire a lifelong love for learning and scientific inquiry in my students.

I have been lucky enough to be involved in Drakondale since the first week that it opened, initially as an early morning extra mural teacher at the old venue after which I was appointed as a part of the permanent teaching staff. I have so enjoyed being a part of the growth of this unique and wonderful school. I have been involved in the teaching of dance for 22 years after acquiring my Associate Qualification in Cecchetti Ballet and I belong to the Cecchetti Society of South Africa which is affiliated to the Imperial Society of Teachers of  Dancing - an examination board based in London.

I have a particular passion for working with teenagers and enjoy helping them develop to reach their enormous potential. To support this, I am currently furthering my studies in Counselling Psychology which I thoroughly enjoy. I am incredibly proud to be part of the passionate and dedicated teaching team of Drakondale who are so committed to developing well rounded, empowered young adults - academically, socially, and in the area of the arts.

The kind of young leaders that will go out and make a difference in our country.

Yvonne Lecordier Matriculated from Ferrum high School 1997 (Newcastle). She studied hospitality at the Fern Hill Hotel & Training College from 1997 – 1999. She worked at the hotel as the functions coordinator and after three years her passion for teaching was established after her promotion to head of the Fern Hill Training College. As a National Qualifications Trainer Yvonne joined Ezemvelo KZN Wildlife and worked as an Eco Tourism Trainer, she worked for Ezemvelo from 2003 -2005.

In 2005, Yvonne resigned from Ezemvelo KZN Wildlife to spend time raising her then young children. It was at this time that she also relocated to Mpumalanga Province where she resided until 2020. Work experience during this time was as follows:

• Hompie Kedompie Pre School-Grade R teacher
• Smart Brain: Smart Brain program facilitator
• Little Nova play group teacher and co-owner
• Gert Sibande Collage External invigilator
• Standerton Primary School Substitute Teacher
• Standerton Primary School SGB teacher

Yvonne studied towards her teaching degree between 2016-2019 and graduated from the University of South Africa with a Bachelor of Education (Intermediate and Senior Phase) 2607 NQF level 7 in 2020. Yvonne is a SAICE registered educator. She currently works at Drakondale School of the Arts as is part of the school SMT member

Yvonne is married and has three teenage children, she enjoys spending time with  her family baking, crafting, and appreciating nature and the arts.

Hi, I am Dumisa Ntokozo Mkwena. I teach Mathematical Literacy, Computer Applications Technology, Natural Sciences and Computer Literature training. I received my teaching qualification from the University of Zululand, where I did my Bachelor of Education degree with majors in Mathematics and Computer Science.

My name is Ms. Sbongile Mngadi, I am originally from Pietermaritzburg in the KZN Midlands. I completed my National Diploma in Accounting from where my love for Business stems. I am currently enrolled for my PGCE in the FET Phase. My major subjects are Accounting, Business Studies, isiZulu and Economics.

I currently hold 8 years teaching experience under my belt and find teaching most rewarding and satisfying. I have a teenage son of my own so I understand the teenage mindset and how to get rewarding results from this younger generation. I just love exchanging ideas with my learners and to watch them grow and “get” the subject or the topic being covered.

I joined Drakondale in January 2024. I am currently employed to teach isiZulu FAL and Business Studies.

My name is Tebogo Nhlakanipho Ngubane and I am a young passionate Geography and History educator at Drakondale School of the Arts. I was appointed in February of 2024, which means that I am fairly new to the Drakondale family.

I hold a bachelor of Social Sciences from UKZN -PMB. I further obtained my PGCE in 2021, which allowed me to join the teaching fraternity and I have not looked back since.

I have been passionate about teaching from day one, when I completed my practicals, and up to today my life has never been the same.

I hope to inspire, motivate and the bring change to all my learners.

My name is Caitlyn Pentz. I was born and raised in Howick. I homeschooled and matriculated in 2021 with GED while also attending Drakondale School of the Arts for extra lessons in Maths, Physical Science, Visual Art, Dance and Music Studies for grades 11 and 12.

Presently I am the assistant music teacher for the grade 8 and 9 Music Theory classes. I also teach voice and piano lessons to some of the learners. During this year I am completing my own studies and will be writing my UNISA grade 6 theory and grade 7 practical for music. I am hoping to further my music education in the future.

I am enjoying this experience very much even though teaching is something that I always thought I would be terrible at and not enjoy. I love interacting with the staff and learners on a daily basis at Drakondale. I am constantly learning something new from all the incredible people that surround me.