Meet our dedicated team
Our Mission
Creating a balanced, ever-improving learning environment driven by passionate teachers and coaches. Providing continuous opportunities for learner growth and exposure, while improving, maintaining, and expanding our school facilities.
Our Vision
Kalahari High School is committed to equipping and developing learners to reach their full academic, personal, and leadership potential in a supportive and inspiring environment.
Mariet Cloete
Acting Principal
Senior Management Team
Year started at Kalahari: 2014
Matriculated: Stella High School
What makes Kalahari special?
Our beautiful school grounds and school building.
Mare Orren
Acting Deputy
Senior Management Team
Subject(s): Tourism
Year started at Kalahari: 2005
Matriculated: Colinda High School
What makes Kalahari special?
The staff. Always willing to help. Beautiful building, garden and unique 'kameeldoringbome'.
Philip van Schalkwyk
Acting Deputy
Senior Management Team
Subject(s): Agricultural Studies & Agricultural Technology
Year started at Kalahari: 2023
Matriculated: Upington High School
What makes Kalahari special?
The people.
Sunet Venter
Head of Department
Grade 12 Head
Senior Management Team
Subject(s): Accounting
Year started at Kalahari: 2005
Matriculated: C & N Sekondêre
Meisieskool Oranje
What makes Kalahari special?
The staff and the beautiful sports grounds.
Lorencia Eilerd
Head of Department
Grade 8 Head
Senior Management Team
Subject(s): Life Orientation &
Afrikaans First Additional Language
Year started at Kalahari: 2020
Matriculated: Wrenchville High School
What makes Kalahari special?
The learners that have so much passion
and willing to work hard
Hloni Makoloane
Grade 10 Head /
Senior Management Team
Subject(s): Business Studies
Year started at Kalahari: 2017
Matriculated: Pampierstad High School
What makes Kalahari special?
A top academic and sports school, rooted in discipline and a high sense of achievement, the diversity of the school represents the demographics of the South African population, with different religious, racial, and cultural groups with a common objective.
Christian Bischoff
Acting Head of Department
Grade 9 Head
Subject(s): Engineering Graphics and Design (EGD) & Technology
Year started at Kalahari: 2023
Matriculated: Hoërskool Noordheuwel
What makes Kalahari special?
Our high school puts its teachers and learners first. With its warm history and beautiful sports grounds, one can quickly fall in love with this school.
Michelle Booyse
Teacher
Subject(s): Afrikaans Home Language & Afrikaans First Additional Language
Year started at Kalahari: 2021
Matriculated: Northern Cape High School
What makes Kalahari special?
School with ambitions.
Ishmael Botolo
Teacher
Subject(s): Mathematics &
Mathematical Literacy
Year started at Kalahari: 2005
Matriculated: Brits High School
What makes Kalahari special?
Discipline
Dalene Coetzee
Acting Head of Mathematics
Grade 9 Head
Subject(s): Mathematics
Year started at Kalahari: 2018
Matriculated: Kalahari High School
What makes Kalahari special?
Everything about Kalahari is special. This school is in my blood. Once you have drunk of the water of The Eye you always come back. The people and the children of our school.
Femke de Klerk
Teacher
Subject(s): Business Studies, Accounting
& Economic Management Sciences
Year started at Kalahari: 2018
Matriculated: Hoër Volksool, Potchefstroom
What makes Kalahari special?
Kalahari High School creates the opportunity to live out dreams and achieve achievements through hard work and perseverance (even in the deepest rural areas). Life skills to be able to face a diverse society squarely in the eyes and to still walk out with pride and integrity in every situation are the greatest gifts that our beautiful school offers our learners.
Frits Hooghiemstra
Teacher
Subject(s): Geography, Tourism
& Social Sciences
Year started at Kalahari: 2016
Matriculated: HTS John Vorster
What makes Kalahari special?
The teachers.
Hilde Kamphuis
Acting Head of Languages /
Grade 11 Head
Subject(s): Afrikaans Home Language & Afrikaans First Additional Language
Year started at Kalahari: 2018
Matriculated: Hoërskool Wonderboom
What makes Kalahari special?
The caring and character that brings us together. Each one is unique, and that is noticed.
Alisha Koekemoer
Teacher
Subject(s): English First Additional Language
Year started at Kalahari: 2020
Matriculated: Hoërskool Bastion
What makes Kalahari special?
Our school is committed to our motto: "Werk en Wen"—a motto that inspires our learners to give their best and reminds us to support each other daily in order to live out the motto to the fullest.
Juanita Laubscher
Teacher
Subject(s): Hospitality Studies
Year started at Kalahari: 1994
Matriculated: Kathu High School
What makes Kalahari special?
Kalahari High School is housed in a beautiful 95-year-old Jonasklip building, rich in tradition while embracing innovation. With 22 subjects, excellent matric results, and strong sport and cultural achievements, the school prepares learners well for the future — including Hotel School graduates working locally and internationally. Dedicated teachers, committed learners, and supportive parents make this success possible. The school is especially meaningful to me as both my father and children attended here.
Tlhoriso Masa
Teacher
Subject(s): English Home Language
Year started at Kalahari: 2020
Matriculated: Kalahari High School
What makes Kalahari special?
Unique traditions and excellent academic standards.
Liana Deetlefs
Teacher
Subject(s): Computer Application Technology (CAT)
Year started at Kalahari: 2024
Matriculated: Kalahari High School
What makes Kalahari special?
My parents went to school here, so did I, and so did all my children—3 generations with wonderful memories.
Annette Nalukenge
Teacher
Subject(s): Economics, Economic Management Sciences & Business Studies
Year started at Kalahari: 2014
Matriculated: Uganda
What makes Kalahari special?
It's culture.
Trudie Bester
Teacher
Subject(s): Dramatic Arts
Year started at Kalahari: 2025
Matriculated: Hoërskool Diamantveld
What makes Kalahari special?
The learners!
Dezi Pretorius
Teacher
Subject(s): Life Sciences, Natural Sciences & Afrikaans Home Language
Year started at Kalahari: 2016
Matriculated: Hoërskool Eric Louw
What makes Kalahari special?
The staff cares about the learners and each other. Kalahari always goes above and beyond and brings the community together!
Leona Schreuder
Teacher
Subject(s): Natural Sciences, Physical Sciences & Technical Sciences
Year started at Kalahari: 1990
Matriculated: Hoërskool Hendrik Potgieter
What makes Kalahari special?
Strive to be the best school in the Northern Cape in academics, sports and culture.
Gordon Segware
Teacher
Subject(s): Natural Sciences &
Life Sciences
Year started at Kalahari: 2005
Matriculated: Galaletsang High School
What makes Kalahari special?
Dedicated and well-disciplined staff and learners. Hard-working team for the sake of the learners.
Disemelo Sehloho
Teacher
Subject(s): English Home Language &
Life Orientation
Year started at Kalahari: 2021
Matriculated: Winburg High School
What makes Kalahari special?
We pride ourselves on having a holistic approach to learning.
Redouane Februarie
Teacher
Subject(s): Mathematics
Year started at Kalahari: 2026
Matriculated: Steynville High School
What makes Kalahari special?
The positive culture of both academics and sport.
Janco Nienaber
Teacher
Subject(s): Mathematics
Year started at Kalahari: 2026
Matriculated: Kalahari High School
What makes Kalahari special?
Kalahari High School is special to me, as it marks the start of my journey as an educator. It is a warm, community-driven school where learners reflect the resilience and potential of the Kalahari. I am honored to be part of a team that truly makes a difference, one lesson at a time.
Madelene van Rooyen
Teacher
Subject(s): Civil Technology: Woodworking & Technology
Year started at Kalahari: 2006
Matriculated: Hoërskool Heidelberg
What makes Kalahari special?
The diversity of learners and teachers and caring.
Annuska van Zyl
Teacher
Subject(s): Economic Management Sciences & Economics
Year started at Kalahari: 2019
Matriculated: Lichtenburg High School
What makes Kalahari special?
'Kameeldoringbome', friendly people, and a responsive team!
Chris Coetzee
Teacher
Subject(s): Agricultural Studies
Year started at Kalahari: 2024
Matriculated: Rustenburg High School
What makes Kalahari special?
Teamwork.
Wilma Minnaar
Teacher
Subject(s): Tourism & Geography
Year started at Kalahari: 2024
Matriculated: Reynopark High School
What makes Kalahari special?
The hockey boys I was privileged to coach for 2 years have remarkable discipline and integrity.
Misha Cloete
Teacher
Subject(s): Natural Sciences &
Life Sciences
Year started at Kalahari: 2023
Matriculated: Steinkopf High School
What makes Kalahari special?
The opportunities it creates for their learners
Izmari Vermeulen
Teacher
Subject(s): Computer Application Technology (CAT)
Year started at Kalahari: 2023
Matriculated: Kalahari High School
What makes Kalahari special?
The people and traditions! Kalahari is where I feel at home.
Jenine van der Vyver
Teacher
Subject(s): Afrikaans First Additional Language
Year started at Kalahari: 2025
Matriculated: Rhenish Girls’ High School
What makes Kalahari special?
Good spirit and love from every learner
and staff.
Hendrik Buys
Teacher
Subject(s): Mathematical Literacy
Year started at Kalahari: 2025
Matriculated: Hoërskool Parys
What makes Kalahari special?
Teamwork.
Marcel Venter
Teacher
Subject(s): Mathematics &
Technical Mathematics
Year started at Kalahari: 2022
Matriculated: Kalahari High School
What makes Kalahari special?
The staff—we are a great group of people who always help and support each other. I am also grateful to the Kuruman community, who support our school so faithfully—it is special!
Zenobia Geyser
Teacher
Subject(s): Afrikaans
Year started at Kalahari: 2026
Matriculated: Monument High School
What makes Kalahari special?
Geskiedenis.
Annebell Bischoff
Teacher
Subject(s): Creative Arts & Geography
Year started at Kalahari: 2023
Matriculated: Hoërskool Noordheuwel
What makes Kalahari special?
The experience of working with teachers and students that want to make a difference on all platforms of life.
Wilma Fourie
Teacher
Subject(s): English Home Language & English First Additional Language
Year started at Kalahari: 2019
Matriculated: Douglas High School
What makes Kalahari special?
Kalahari's teachers are worth more than gold.
Michael Freeman
Teacher
Subject(s): Afrikaans First Additional Language & Technology
Year started at Kalahari: 2023
Matriculated: Saul Damon High School
What makes Kalahari special?
Strong community and culture.
De Villiers Goosen
Hostel Superintendent
Teacher
Subject(s): Tourism & Social Sciences (Geography and History)
Year started at Kalahari: 2019
Matriculated: Kalahari High School
What makes Kalahari special?
Kalahari High School is more than a school to me—it is my home. As a former learner, returning teacher, and residence superintendent, it has shaped every stage of my life. From discovering who I was, to inspiring others, and guiding learners beyond the classroom, this school has taught me leadership, resilience, and the power of community. Kalahari High is not just a place of learning, but my history, my pride, and forever my Kala home.
Memory Kotoane
Teacher
Subject(s): Mathematics
Year started at Kalahari: 2023
Matriculated: Grenswag High School
What makes Kalahari special?
Integrity and discipline.
Janneke Kruger
Teacher
Subject(s): Life Orientation, Business Studies & Economic Management Sciences (Business Studies)
Year started at Kalahari: 2022
Matriculated: Kalahari High School
What makes Kalahari special?
My learners make every day worth it. Their smiles, growth, and small victories remind me why I am a teacher. In each child’s success, I see that I am making a difference—even if it is just one heart at a time.
Mari Kruger
Teacher
Subject(s): Mathematical Literacy
Year started at Kalahari: 2023
Matriculated: Kalahari High School
What makes Kalahari special?
The staff's spirit. Kalahari feels like home.
Carina van der Walt
Teacher
Subject(s): Mathematics, Mathematical Literacy, Natural Science & Accounting
Year started at Kalahari: 2026
Matriculated: Overberg High School
What makes Kalahari special?
Loving, friendly, and supportive teaching and office staff. Incredibly beautiful environment that is food for my soul. Good Christian ethos of the school.
Lorato Setlhoke
Teacher
Subject(s): English Home Language
Year started at Kalahari: 2026
Matriculated: Kimberley Girls' High
What makes Kalahari special?
Kalahari High School is special because it promotes diversity, inclusivity and it is also a safe space for learners. As much as Kalahari prides itself in academics, the school not only focuses on academics, but on sports as well. This is very important as there are multiple benefits in learners participating in sporting activities. Sports teaches discipline, consistency, time management and leadership. These skills are all important for the outside world. Therefore, not only does knowledge development take place in the classroom, but learners are also prepared for the outside world when they leave the school by learning these important skills.
Hildegarde van der Westhuizen
Teacher
Subject(s): Physical Sciences
Year started at Kalahari: 2000
Matriculated: Kalahari High School
What makes Kalahari special?
It's as close to paradise as possible!
Chanel Coetzee
Teacher
Subject(s): Economic Management Sciences, Business Studies &
Life Orientation
Year started at Kalahari: 2024
Matriculated: Brandwag High School
What makes Kalahari special?
Because Kalahari has been around for so long and many people from Kuruman and surrounding areas have matriculated here, the school has made an “indelible mark” on the community—contributing to education, social bonding and village identity.
Melrie van Schalkwyk
Teacher
Subject(s): Mathematics
Year started at Kalahari: 2024
Matriculated: Kalahari High School
What makes Kalahari special?
The people and the work environment.
Tumelo Siko
Teacher
Subject(s): Life Orientation &
Social Sciences.
Year started at Kalahari: 2023
Matriculated: Danielskuil High School
What makes Kalahari special?
The diverse environment.
Elé Horn
Teacher
Subject(s): Afrikaans Home Language
Year started at Kalahari: 2024
Matriculated: C & N Sekondêre
Meisieskool Oranje
What makes Kalahari special?
Definitely the beautiful Kalahari surroundings and the staff who become good friends.
Sidanile Mulangisi
Teacher
Subject(s): Economic Management Sciences (Accounting) &
English Home Language
Year started at Kalahari: 2024
Matriculated: Ekusileni Mission
What makes Kalahari special?
Work culture is inclusive and has a friendly working environment. Learners are afforded opportunities to excel in both sports and academics.
Kitso Makatong
Teacher
Subject(s): English Home Language & Tourism
Year started at Kalahari: 2024
Matriculated: Kalahari High School
What makes Kalahari special?
Kalahari High School anchors learners in Kuruman to dreams outside their town, and therefore Kalahari High feels special because the work there reaches further than marks. It shapes confidence and direction.
Zunaide Haines
Assistant Teacher
Year started at Kalahari: 2024
Matriculated: Kalahari High School
What makes Kalahari special?
Kalahari fosters an environment where everyone is supported and valued. It is truly a school where dreams become reality.
Shannon Julies
Teacher
Subject(s): English First Additional Language
Year started at Kalahari: 2026
Matriculated: Postmasburg High School
What makes Kalahari special?
The diverse culture at the school. The friendly teachers.
Jatha Peda
Teacher
Subject(s): English First Additional Language
Year started at Kalahari: 2026
Matriculated: Hoërskool Hoogenhout
What makes Kalahari special?
The warmth and caring people.
Gerhard Marais
Teacher
Year started at Kalahari: 2026
Matriculated: Kalahari High School
What makes Kalahari special?
School of excellence.
Quintin Kuger
Sports Organiser
Year started at Kalahari: 2025
Matriculated: Diamantveld High School
What makes Kalahari special?
The staff is an exceptionally good group of people who are hardworking and will go out of their way to help the children pave their paths forward.
Esmerelda Matthys
School Social Worker
Year started at Kalahari: 2023
Matriculated: Dr. Lemmer High School
What makes Kalahari special?
The wide spectrum of exposure of children to extracurricular, academic and cultural opportunities.
Sarietha Benadé
Financial Officer
Year started at Kalahari: 2015
Matriculated: Kriel High School
What makes Kalahari special?
We are a family at school.
Chrisna Benade
Administrator / Receptionist
Year started at Kalahari: 2009
Matriculated: Postmasburg High School
What makes Kalahari special?
The staff
Antoinette Fourie
Secretary
Year started at Kalahari: 2010
Matriculated: Lettie Fouché Skool
What makes Kalahari special?
The love and care of the staff.
Mandie Kruger
Administrator
Year started at Kalahari: 2017
Matriculated: Namibia
What makes Kalahari special?
The people you are working with and the absolute dedication that they have towards the school!!
Zandria Kivido
Administrator
Year started at Kalahari: 2020
Matriculated: Wrenchville High
What makes Kalahari special?
The place where dreams come true.
Chanté Roberts
Administrator
Year started at Kalahari: 2025
Matriculated: Kalahari High School
What makes Kalahari special?
Kalahari High School offers me many opportunities to improve and learn new skills. I enjoy working with the staff. The staff members work well together as a team, they are helpful and there in times of need and assistance. I feel at home here.
Ru-maine Bihl
Administrator
Year started at Kalahari: 2024
Matriculated: Wrenchville High School
What makes Kalahari special?
The school values.
Willie van den Berg
Grounds Manager
Year started at Kalahari: 2020
Matriculated: Kalahari High School
What makes Kalahari special?
Despite a difficult community, the school is still performing above average in academics, culture, and sports. It testifies to good leadership and a team of teachers who work hard.
David Tamose
Factotum
Year started at Kalahari: 1987
Matriculated:
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Lawrence van Wyk
Grounds Worker
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John Buffel
Grounds Worker
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Tshepo Makgetla
Grounds Worker
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Ignatius Tamose
Grounds Worker
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Thabang
Grounds Worker
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Elisa Lekgari
Grounds Worker
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Miriam
Grounds Worker
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