The Swot Shop teaching team comprises qualified and highly experienced primary and high school teachers who share a passion for teaching and a dedication to student success. With a wealth of knowledge, our teachers are the heart of The Swot Shop, bringing our educational philosophy to life every day.

Meet Shirley, key member of our team having taught our bright and talented children at The Swot Shop for over 14 years.

With intercontinental flair, a love for teaching and varied experience across both the public and private school sectors, Shirley is truly an inspirational teacher.

As a Higher School Certificate Senior Secondary teacher with educational qualifications and bachelor’s degrees majoring in mathematics and biochemistry, Shirley is advantageously equipped to cultivate, encourage and grow our students’ sense of curiosity and lifelong love of learning.

In addition to teaching, Shirley brings a lifetime of extensive experience across a myriad of diverse sectors from being a registered real estate agent to operating her own recruitment agency. Drawing on these real-world experiences both locally and in South Africa, Shirley can broaden student’s cultural perspectives and horizons.

Shirley characterises our students as bright, motivated and keen to learn with bubbling enthusiasm and inquisitive natures.

Shirley believes by offering a positive, supportive learning environment, whereby students can measure themselves with others of similar ability is the value students can attain by joining The Swot Shop.

A passionate educator with a vivacious personality, Shirley is truly a unique gem!

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Discover the difference of the Swot Shop approach. With our commitment to critical thinking, personalised learning, and academic excellence, we’re here to support your child’s journey to success. Learn more about how we can contribute to your child’s bright future.