Pretoria East

About Tanja Wielsma

Owner Pretoria East

 

“The meaning of life is to find your gift. The purpose of life is to give it away” – Pablo Picasso
A quote Tanja lives by!

Working with people is her God-given purpose.

As a student, Tanja did everything from waitressing, promotional jobs, working as a shop assistant in retail and jewelry stores, to being a volunteer at several special needs schools, children’s homes, and charities. She quickly learnt that she really enjoyed working with people.

 

 

She completed her degree in Information Science at the University of Pretoria. The overwhelming need to travel and her home language being German, led her to join the aviation industry as an International Flight Attendant. It was during these years that she was introduced to different style and image concepts and courses, self-care, first impressions, confidence, communication skills, resilience, and etiquette across multiple cultures.

The last 17 years she has worked in the Pharmaceutical Industry as a Sales Representative, Key Accounts Manager and Product Specialist.

She has had the opportunity to take part in sales and marketing training, many leadership, developmental and coaching programs, as well as multiple relationship, communication and personality styles workshops.

She comes from a family of strong women and men and as a child, she was fortunate to be told that she can do anything she sets her mind to and that she is worthy and enough – something every child should hear and be reminded of often.

She believes every person should shine bright and spread their sparkle. She works hard to instill these strengths and qualities in her 6-year-old daughter.

Supported by her husband, and daughter she embraces this Girl-School journey and she would love to use what she has learnt over many years and form part of your village. A village that will raise confident, strong, self-loving, kind, and inspiring young women. Women that will lead their generation!

She looks forward to meeting your daughter.

Location

Areas Covered

Moreleta Park

Garsfontein

Faerie Glen

Woodhill

Mooikloof

The Wilds

Equestria

The Blyde

Silver Lakes

Advonson

Donkerhoek

Topics Covered

What She Will Learn

Our Girl-School course is presented in a happy, FUN and safe environment that will positively impact your daughter’s development. This course will empower her with everyday life and behaviour tools, ideally put together to suit her age and level of understanding, presented by a handpicked, skilled Girl-School coach.

Your daughter will learn:

the true meaning of being “a lady” and she will be PROUD to call herself one

that it is her “inner beauty” that sets her apart from others

age-appropriate personal care tips

to cultivate a positive self-image and she will discover her “superpower”

more about table etiquette

why first impressions are so important and how to stand out for the right reasons

to love and respect her body as it is a gift from God

how to develop and practice good posture

being herself is just awesome… comparing is not

how to stand up for herself (even how to handle a bully)

The girls will each partake in a practical skin-care lesson on the day, it is so much fun! This is a true favourite amongst the girls as they love this special pamper time!

 

PLUS lots of laughter, games
and making special memories with new friends!

What is included?

At Girl-School, each girl receives fun, beautifully designed lesson notes and mirror cards to remind her of what she learned in class and that she can practice her new skills daily. Each girl receives a beautifully packed sample self-care kit, created exclusively for Girl-School, designed for young skins with the highest quality natural and organic ingredients. It is made with food-grade ingredients and pure essential oils and ethically sourced from partners who represent the vision and heart of Girl-School. Our products are chemical-, paraben-, sulphur-, salt- and cruelty-free.

Facial Kit

Beautiful Notes & Cards

Nail Care Kit*

*Please note that the nail care kit is only included in our 2-day course

Watch the video below to get a sneak-peak of this amazing Girl-School experience

Available in English & Afrikaans  |  Small classes for individual attention  |  Various age groups  |  Available over weekends/holidays  |  Certificate upon completion

Our Courses

Grades 1 to 3 (Ages 7 to 9)

A fun activity based foundational course that sets the tone for a self-aware, proud, confident, charming lady that dares to be different and not to be defined by any social pressures or woke agendas.

Grades 4 to 6 (Ages 9 to 12)

Get Smart about being a Lady, posture, making good first impressions, self-care, hygiene, skin care, groomed hands, table etiquette, how to be yourself, stand up for yourself and how your body is a gift from God!

Grades 6 to 8 (Ages 12 to 14)

Get even Smarter with this transitional course (primary to high school) that teaches about social etiquette, body & self image, healthy friendships, inner beauty, listening skills, cyber safety, fitness, healthy eating, developing leadership skills and parent/teen relationships.

Grades 8 to 12 (Ages 13 to 17)

Acquire all the Savvy you need on the skin-care, make-up, style, body image, fashion, communication skills, time & stress management, boys, money, assertiveness and forgiveness.

Our Teachers

Leanie van der Walt

Girl-School

Happily married, a mom of three, and a loved Science teacher at one of the Primary Schools in Pretoria.
 
Leanie was born and raised in Pretoria and comes from a big family. Her family home was busy and happy! Growing up with three brothers, she is the rose amongst the thorns.
 
She studied B.Ed Intermediate Phase Education at the University of Pretoria. Her love for people drives her, and her passion is to help children grow into their full potential.
 
She lives by this quote from Maya Angelou.; “Nothing can dim the light that shines from within.”
 
She embraces the beauty of the world around her and reflects this beauty in everything she does. Her light shines so bright that no one can ignore it!
 
Leanie is spontaneous and lives in the moment. Her positivity is contagious & she tries to inspire everyone she gets to spend time with. She wants to make a difference in the lives of the children she teaches at school and every girl she meets at Girl-School Pretoria East.
 
Her favourite colour is yellow, and she loves sunflowers.
 
The children at school adore her, and we know your daughter will instantly feel the same!

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When booking a class, make sure to choose the correct Course Group & Dates

Payment Options

3 Interest-Free Installments
using Debit/Credit Cards

Once-off payment
using Debit/Credit Card/
Instant EFT

4, 5 or 6 Interest Free Installments
using your credit card

Happy Parents

“Thank you for providing this space and opportunity for my daughter to develop her self confidence and learn valuable new skills. This was truly an investment in her future as this course empowered and inspired her to be a happy teenager in these challenging times that we live in today.”

Kerryn Soles
Girl-School Parent

Contact Us

082 337 6474

tanja@theconfidenceco.co.za