MEET THE TEAM

Founder, Owner and Headteacher:

Suzie Barron-Black

Qualifications:

Post Graduate Certificate of Education (Exeter University)

BA Hons Education Studies, 1st Class Degree (Exeter University)

First Aid Certified

Teaching Experience:

2018 - Present - Head Teacher and Owner of Treetops Preschool

2014 - 2016 – Bishop Mackenzie International School, Lilongwe, Malawi

2012 – 2014 – Bathwick St Mary Primary School. Bath, UK (OFSTED rated outstanding)

2011-2012 – Woolacombe School, Woolacombe, UK (OFSTED rated outstanding)

2010-2011 – Post Graduate Certificate of Education (PGCE), Exeter, UK

2007-2010 - BA Hons Education Studies, 1st Class Degree (Exeter University)

Reception Class Teacher

Fau Banda

Fau has worked at Treetops for three years and has quickly gained a reputation as a caring, creative, and energetic member of the Treetops family.

“ I am a positive person who has an enthusiastic outlook on life. I love working with young children, exploring, learning skills, and seeing them as the most precious treasure a community can possess.I get a great sense of achievement from seeing my students develop and grow as individuals.”

Preschool Class Teacher

Rene Pretorius

Rene has been in Malawi for fourteen years. Rene has previously worked at Rainbow Playschool in Lilongwe so brings a wealth of experience to Treetops Preschool.

She has now worked at Treetops for over 3 years and has been a much loved and valuable core member of the team.

“I enjoy working with young children, observing and helping them explore, learn skills and have fun as they develop in their early childhood.”

Toddler Teacher: Safeerah Kara Sama

Safeerah joined the Treetops family in 2023 and has gained experience in both the Toddler and Preschool classes.

" I have been a teacher for three years and a private tutor for two. I love being creative and finding ways to allow your children learn whilst having lots of fun! I love working within a team and believe that success is better when it’s shared! "

Preschool Teacher - Patience Mdoka

Patience is a new member to Treetops and joins for the 2024/25 academic year. She brings a wealth of experience and she has a bachelor of social sciences and holds a diploma in 'Early Childhood Development'.

" I am excited to bring my experience, enthusiasm, and knowledge to create a nurturing and engaging learning environment. "

All teaching assistants attend regular professional development to ensure the safety of your children. All assistants have attended first aid and safeguarding training in the past two years. Assistants have also attending 'learn and play' workshops where different teaching strategies are analysed.