Francene Kapp
Deputy Headmistress & Director of Academics
GERMISTON
Summary
I am an experienced educational leader with a proven track record of over three decades in both independent and public schooling. I am passionate about academic excellence, collaborative leadership and fostering inclusive school cultures. I demonstrate strategic, ethical leadership, participated in and planned staff development, curriculum innovation and whole-school management. Dedicated to strengthening administrative operations, cultivating relationships with pupils, parents and colleagues to ensure academic success. I am a motivational leader with excellent communication, organisational and strategic planning abilities. I am organised, dependable and adept at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. I am always willing to take on added responsibilities to ensure that teaching and learning is a priority and successful, keeping all stakeholders positive and happy.
Overview
36
36
years of professional experience
9
9
years of post-secondary education
2
2
Certifications
Work History
Deputy Headmistress & Director of Academics
St Benedict’s Preparatory School
Bedfordview
01.2016 - Current
- Strategic oversight of academic planning, curriculum design, assessment, and staff professional development.
- Co-leader in transformation, diversity, and innovation (TDI) across the school.
- Leads staff appraisals, recruitment, policy development, and curriculum alignment from Grade 4–7.
- Member of the Prep Management Committee and Whole School Academic Innovation Unit.
- Key contributor to school culture and operations: timetable design, behavioural standards and staff mentorship.
- Regular teaching of Historical Studies and other academic subjects as needed and involvement in leadership through house and pastoral roles.
Acting Headmistress
St Benedict’s Preparatory School
Bedfordview
08.2018 - 12.2018
- Managed the school’s full academic and operational functions.
- Led end-of-year planning, staffing, budgeting, and executive team contributions.
Head of Academics & Grade Head
St Benedict’s Preparatory School
Bedfordview
01.2014 - 12.2015
- Oversaw Grade 5 curriculum, teacher coordination, and parent communication.
- Led timetabling, assessments, and academic reporting structures.
Teacher/Grade Head : Gr 5
St Benedict's Preparatory School
Bedfordview
01.2007 - 12.2014
- Gr 5 English and Natural Sciences
- Gr 5 Register teacher
- Gr 5 - 7 Natural Sciences
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
- Organised extracurricular activities such as clubs or field trips that enriched students' learning experiences outside traditional classroom settings.
HOD: Intermediate Phase
Glenanda Primary School
Glenvista
01.2005 - 12.2006
- Curriculum lead for Intermediate Phase.
- Promoted research-based learning and ICT integration.
Teacher
Alberview Primary School
Alberton
01.1989 - 12.2002
- Gr 4 Register Teacher, class teaching.
- Gr 5 - 7 Natural Sciences
- Head of Grade 6
- Developed strong relationships with pupils, parents and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Managed classroom behaviour effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
Education
Bachelor of Primary Education - Education
University of The Witwatersrand
Johannesburg 01.1985 - 12.1988
Matric -
St Martin’s School
Rosettenville 01.1980 - 12.1984
Skills
- Strategic, collaborative and educational leadership
- Teaching excellence
- Curriculum development and innovation
- Staff management, mentorship and development
- Policy development
- Operational and strategic planning
- Diversity, transformation and inclusive leadership
- Effective communication and community engagement
- Timetabling and operational efficiency
- Reporting and Assessment Planning
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Ethical leadership
- Problem-solving and decision making abilities
- Time management
- Budget management
Affiliations
No. 24708
Previous Leadership Roles
- Head of Academics & Grade Head, St Benedict’s Preparatory School, 01/01/14 - 12/31/16, Oversaw Grade 5 curriculum, teacher coordination and parent communication. Led timetabling, assessments and academic reporting structures.
- Grade Head & Subject Teacher, St Benedict’s Preparatory School, 01/01/2012 - 12/31/2014
- HOD: Intermediate Phase, Glenanda Primary School 01/01/2005 - 12/31/2006, Curriculum lead for Intermediate Phase., Promoted research-based learning and ICT integration.
Additional References
Available on request.
Sace Reg
24708
Personal Information
Nationality: Australian South African
Current Role
- Deputy Headmistress & Director of Academics, St Benedict’s Preparatory School, 01/01/16 - Present
- Strategic oversight of academic planning, curriculum design, assessment and staff professional development.
- Co-leader in transformation, diversity, and innovation (TDI) across the school.
- Leads staff appraisals, recruitment, policy development, and curriculum alignment from Grade 4–7.
- Member of the Preparatory School Management Committee.
- Member of the Whole School Academic Innovation Unit.
- Key contributor to school culture and operations: timetable design, behavioural standards and staff mentorship and development.
- Regular teaching of Historical Studies and involvement in pupil leadership through house and pastoral roles.
- Acting Headmistress, 1 August 2018 - 31 December 2018. Managed the school’s full academic and operational functions. Led end-of-year planning, staffing, budgeting and executive team contributions.
Certification
Google Level 1
Hobbies
Reading, crochet, furniture upcycling and various craft projects
Reading, crochet, furniture upcycling and various craft projects
Reading, crochet, furniture upcycling and various craft projects
Timeline
Google Level 1
10-2023
TEFL
06-2023
Acting Headmistress
St Benedict’s Preparatory School
08.2018 - 12.2018
Deputy Headmistress & Director of Academics
St Benedict’s Preparatory School
01.2016 - Current
Head of Academics & Grade Head
St Benedict’s Preparatory School
01.2014 - 12.2015
Teacher/Grade Head : Gr 5
St Benedict's Preparatory School
01.2007 - 12.2014
HOD: Intermediate Phase
Glenanda Primary School
01.2005 - 12.2006
Teacher
Alberview Primary School
01.1989 - 12.2002
Bachelor of Primary Education - Education
University of The Witwatersrand
01.1985 - 12.1988
Matric -
St Martin’s School
01.1980 - 12.1984
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