At Northwood School we are fortunate to have an outstanding team of teaching, administrative, sports, culture and grounds staff who are dedicated to providing an exceptional educational experience for our students.
We invest heavily in professional development, training, and ongoing support to ensure that our staff are equipped with the skills and knowledge they need to excel in their roles.
Academic Staff
Our teaching staff is comprised of highly qualified and experienced educators who are passionate about teaching and inspiring students to achieve their full potential. They use a variety of teaching methods and approaches to cater to the unique learning needs and styles of each student. Our teachers are committed to fostering critical thinking, creativity, and independent learning while providing ongoing support and feedback to help students achieve their goals.
Administrative Staff
Our administrative staff play a crucial role in ensuring the smooth running of our school. They are responsible for managing day-to-day operations, communicating with parents and students, and coordinating various school activities and events. They work tirelessly behind the scenes to ensure that our students have access to the resources and support they need to succeed.
Sports & Culture Staff
We are committed to providing our students with a well-rounded education that goes beyond the classroom. Our dynamic sports and culture staff are a vital part of that commitment, providing students with opportunities to develop their physical and creative skills.
Support Staff
Our extensive grounds, fields and buildings are maintained year round by our support staff department who create a safe and welcoming environment for our students, staff, and visitors.
Management Team
The school’s management team is composed of skilled professionals with a wealth of experience in education, leadership, and management. They work tirelessly to ensure that our school operates efficiently and effectively, while also providing the support and resources our students need to succeed. With their guidance and leadership, we are able to maintain the high standards of academic excellence, student support, and community engagement that are the hallmarks of our school.
The Headmaster
Northwood is proud to have Dr Garth Shaw take up the position of Headmaster of Northwood. He brings with him a wealth of experience, an unwavering commitment to education, and a passion for nurturing an inclusive and thriving learning environment.
With 18 years of dedicated service in educational leadership, his vision for education and learner development aligns seamlessly with the ethos of Northwood, valuing not just academic excellence but also holistic development.
Dr Shaw holds a PhD from the University of Cape Town, in which his dissertation focused on school management and the provision of schooling to disadvantage-context learners in schools that are dominated by the middle-classes. He also holds a B.Ed Honours in School Management and a B.Sc (Ed – Math) qualification from the University of Stellenbosch.
As a proud sportsman, he leads an active life and played school sport at a competitive level in a number of different codes, including rugby, waterpolo, athletics and biathlon. He claims his greatest achievement on the sports field is to have captained Border to an unbeaten Craven Week, and having cycled the Cape Epic. Garth’s passion for, and experience in sport will help Northwood continue to develop strong sport structures.
On the cultural front, Dr Shaw has great appreciation and excitement at the excellent and varied cultural offerings at Northwood, understanding the necessity of the arts in cultivating a rich and balanced life. He counts it a privilege to protect and promote cultural activity for the boys at Northwood.
