Our Team

Busy Bees’ Directors

Meet Our School Directors

Our dedicated school directors are Eveline and Trina. Both passionate leaders, they are committed to fostering a fun and safe learning environment for all children at Busy Bees. At Busy Bees, we take pride in our beautiful natural surroundings and believe that maintaining a connection with nature is essential for children’s development. Eveline and Trina are devoted to encouraging children to explore their curiosity and immerse themselves in the wonders of the world around them. Together, they strive to create an enriching experience that nurtures both the mind and spirit of every child.

Trina and Eveline

Our Teachers

Meet the Busy Bees Team (2025–2026)

Each member of our team brings their unique talents, energy, and love for children into the classroom every day. Here’s a look at the educators guiding each hive:

Bumble Bees Class

Elisée

Meet Elisée – Lead Teacher

Superpower: Strumming the guitar and lighting up children’s faces with joy and creativity.
Languages Spoken: Swahili, Lingala, French, English, a bit of Spanish.
Favorite Book: The Wolf and the Seven Little Kids
Philosophy: “The energy I put out there has a way to yield fruits as it comes back.”
Experience: 5 years

Shekinah

Meet Shekinah – Teacher Assistant

Superpower: Creativity and patience.
Languages Spoken: English, French, Swahili, Lingala, Sepedi.
Favorite Book: Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland
Philosophy: “To teach is to learn twice over.”
Experience: 4 years

Big Bees Class

Bérénice

Meet Bérénice – Lead Teacher

Superpower: Building strong and meaningful connections with students
Languages Spoken: French, English, Lingala
Favorite Book: Mr. Magnolia
Philosophy: “Love teaching, and teaching will love you!”
Experience: 4 years

Falonne

Meet Falonne – Lead Teacher

Superpower: Bringing stories to life through expressive storytelling and hands-on math & literacy fun.
Languages Spoken: English, French, Lingala, Swahili
Favorite Book: The Not So Perfect Penguin
Philosophy: “Every child deserves to feel safe, valued, loved, and inspired ”
Experience: 7 years

Gemima

Meet Gemima – Teacher Assistant

Superpower: Calming the kids and creating a peaceful classroom atmosphere.
Languages Spoken: English, French, Lingala, a bit of Afrikaans.
Favorite Book: Matilda
Philosophy: “Happy teacher, happy students. ”
Experience: 2.5 years

Blanche

Meet Blanche – Teacher Assistant

Superpower: Speed, efficiency, and the ability to quickly master school policies.
Languages Spoken: French, English, Lingala.
Favorite Book: Because of a Teacher
Philosophy: “All children are unique and deserve a stimulating environment to grow mentally, emotionally, and socially.”
Experience: 11+ years

Little Bees Class

Dina

Meet Dina – Lead Teacher

Superpower: Dancing and playing with kids and bringing imagination to life through craft.
Languages Spoken: Lingala, French, English.
Favorite Book: Ten Red Apples
Philosophy: “Learning by doing is best!”
Experience: 9 years

Irene

Meet Irene – Lead Teacher

Superpower: Teaching phonics, reading stories, and leading creative games.
Languages Spoken: English, French, Lingala.
Favorite Book: The Pigeon Needs a Bath
Philosophy: “Learn by sensory, exploration, and playing.”
Experience: 14 years

Marie

Meet Marie – Teacher Assistant

Superpower: Turning daily routines into playful and emotionally supportive moments.
Languages Spoken: English, French, Lingala.
Favorite Book: The Very Hungry Caterpillar
Philosophy: ” Children get interested when they feel encouraged to explore. ”
Experience: 5 years (2 at Busy Bees, 3 prior)

Tiny Bees Class

Aisha

Meet Aisha – Lead Teacher

Superpower: Dancing, singing, and keeping little ones joyfully engaged.
Languages Spoken: English, Afrikaans, Swahili, French.
Favorite Book: The Three Bears
Philosophy: ” Your thoughts and feelings matter. ”
Experience: 7 years

Justine

Meet Justine – Teacher Assistant

Superpower: Bringing kindness, patience, creativity, and joy into the classroom.
Languages Spoken: English, French, Lingala, Tshiluba.
Favorite Book: Don’t Let the Pigeon Drive the Bus
Philosophy: ” Children thrive in environments where they feel safe, valued, and encouraged to explore. ”
Experience: 7 years