Meet Our Dedicated Team: Inspiring Every Child’s Journey
At Shining Star Academy, our team is more than just educators—they are passionate mentors dedicated to fostering a love for learning in every child. Rooted in our core values, each team member brings expertise, warmth, and a unique approach to teaching that makes our academy feel like a second home. We believe that a child’s education should be a holistic experience, blending academic excellence with personal growth and emotional well-being.
With strong foundations in both traditional academics and an Islamic framework, our educators bring experience across multiple fields, from Mathematics and English to Arabic and Islamic Studies. They are more than teachers, they are lifelong learners and dedicated guides, customizing each child's learning journey to fit their unique needs and potential. Our co-founders, Zaheera and Yunus Kajee, combine years of business and educational experience to create an environment that values both intellectual rigor and compassionate teaching, setting a strong foundation for a thriving learning community.
At Shining Star Academy, we understand that every child learns differently. That’s why our team dedicates time to genuinely understand each student, creating safe, comfortable, and supportive spaces where children feel encouraged to reach their highest potential. We invite you to discover a place where education meets care, where your child is empowered to grow, explore, and shine. Here, we’re not just building knowledge—we’re building character, resilience, and a lifelong love for learning.
Meet The founders
Yunus Kajee
An entrepreneur and Visionary with solid foundation in business management. Enjoys exploring the world and the finer things in life.
Co-Founder/ Director
Zaheera Kajee
Holds a Montessori Diploma along with a teaching degree from North West University. An arsenal of teaching experience spanning over 15 years.
Co-Founder/ Director
Humaira Nana Kajee
I am a University of Witwatersrand graduate with a focus on Mathematics and English, bringing extensive experience in guiding students across grades 4 to 7. My passion for education drives me to create a supportive and engaging learning environment, helping each learner reach their full potential.
Educator
Yaseera Kajee
As a qualified Oral Hygienist from the University of the Western Cape, I bring both patience and joy to my work with children, whether in the classroom or the clinic. Known for my fun approach, I’m passionate about making learning enjoyable and accessible. In my free time, I love exploring the outdoors and experimenting with new baking recipes.
Educator
Muallimah Misbah Mohamed
As a B.Ed and TEFL graduate currently pursuing an Aalimah Diploma, teaching is my way of opening doors to new opportunities for my students. I bring energy, creativity, and structure to the classroom, creating an interactive and engaging learning environment where students become active participants in their education.
Educator
Faatimah West
I am a qualified post-graduate teacher with a degree in Arabic and Islamic Studies, and my greatest joy is helping young learners discover their potential. With experience in early childhood education, I am dedicated to nurturing a love for learning and encouraging growth in each child I teach.
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Discover a school where education meets excellence, and values shape futures. At Shining Star Academy, we offer a transformative learning journey rooted in the Montessori method and enriched with a balanced Islamic foundation. From preschool to Grade 7, we nurture young minds with personalized education, fostering both academic success and personal growth in a warm, family-like environment.