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ABOUT PATHWAYS

Welcome to Pathways Pretoria, a dedicated Centre in South Africa, Pretoria East, catering to the unique and individual needs of children and young adults living with mild to severe, intellectual and physical disabilities. Here, we provide a supportive and inclusive environment where learners of all ages can thrive and grow.

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OUR VISION

  • That all children and young adults living with a disability, regardless of race, background or severity of their disabilities, have unlimited opportunities to grow up knowing they are worthy, unique, and capable individuals.

  • That they will have confidence in their abilities, identities, and sense of connectedness to the world.

  • That their families are informed, educated, and confident to support them in the challenge.

  • To support other non-profit organisations with training and support, especially in areas of life-skills, employment training, skills-based programmes, and small business development.

  • To change the negative perception about disability in general through corporate training programmes and “buddy” projects with schools or other organisations.

  • To build facilities where adults living with disabilities could live independently from their parents using the supported living model and through this initiative assist families with long-term living options for their children.

MISSION & PHILOSOPHY

  • To provide learners with disabilities with the necessary skills for independence and integration; to develop their potential to the maximum, through excellent and appropriate education and remedial support based on relevant learning experiences.

  • To train and develop the skills of teachers, therapists, caregivers, and parents.

  • To find meaningful small business opportunities at Pathways or in the open labour market for our young adults through structured life-skills and employment programmes and pre-vocational skills.

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Our Team.

At Pathways, our team is a dedicated group of educators, support staff, and administrators who are deeply committed to the well-being and growth of our learners. With over 80% of our staff having been with us for 10-15 years, we have built a strong, experienced community that creates a nurturing environment where every learner is valued, supported, and empowered to thrive on their unique educational journey. 

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Evantheia van der Merwe

Principal

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Shannon Lumley

Admin - Personal Assistant

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Maria van der Merwe

Teacher - Seniors

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Angelina Mayne

Teacher - Enrichment Center

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Myrna Smith

Teacher - Young Adults

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Duané Dorfling

Teacher - Young Adults

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Chrisna De Wet

Teacher - Juniors

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Dinah Matseba

Teacher - Juniors

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Lennie Mohlala

Teacher - Juniors

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Johanna Morudu

Facilitator - Senior

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Norma Tshiovhe

Facilitator - Seniors

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Marcia Nkosi

Facilitator - Enrichment Center

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Mirriam Mashilwane

Facilitator - Enrichment Center

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Inbarani Naidoo

Facilitator - Young adults

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Mariah Makota

Facilitator - Young Adults

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Frans Seloi

Facilitator - Young Adults

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Antoinette Mamoge

Facilitator - Young Adults

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Annikie Masemola

Facilitator - Juniors

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Phindile Mgidi

Facilitator - Juniors

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Sampson Moggobu

Ground Staff

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Ravine Naidoo

Ground Staff

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Alpheus Makwoeba

Ground Staff

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