Nkosinathi May appointed as Head of Curro Jewel City
South African JSE-listed independent school operator Curro Holdings, is delighted to announce the appointment of Nkosinathi May as the new Executive Head of Curro Jewel City in Johannesburg, effective 1 July 2024
Nkosinathi brings a wealth of experience to the school, having paddled in the corporate sector as a Stakeholder Engagement Officer in the sustainability department at AngloGold Ashanti.
Driven by a deep calling to educate and inspire, he turned to teaching, starting as an educator at Carleton Jones High, before joining the Curro family as Commerce Faculty Head at Curro Protea Glen between 2022-2023. In his most recent position, Nkosinathi was the Founding Principal at SPARK Midrand High.
Hailing from Westrand, Merafong, Nkosinathi holds a Bachelor of Commerce degree and a Post Graduate Diploma in Management from the University of the Witwatersrand.
Based at the vibrant Jewel City complex in Maboneng, Curro Jewel City is one of seven DigiEd schools. These technology-rich schools equip learners with the critical skills needed to navigate the fourth industrial revolution, and Nkosinathi is drawn by the unique opportunities for growth and development that they offer.
“The DigiEd approach future-proofs learners for daily living and a technologically driven workplace. It equips them with essential 21st-century skills such as critical thinking, collaboration, and creativity which is crucial for learners to thrive in an ever-evolving global economy whilst meeting the demands of the future job market.”
In his new role, Nkosinathi will be leading the first Jewel City Matrics to a successful academic year. He also aims to provide stability in leadership and envisions a school deeply rooted in a culture of academic excellence where both learners and staff can thrive and reach their full potential.
Expressing his enthusiasm about Nkosinathi’s appointment Ross Hill, Business Manager: Curro Digital Schools said, “We are thrilled to welcome Nkosinathi to the Curro DigiEd family. His extensive experience in education and leadership skills makes him an excellent fit for our innovative and forward-thinking environment and we look forward to seeing the school thrive under his leadership.”
Undeterred by challenges, Nkosinathi will be taking on his new role while also completing his Masters in Management at the University of the Witwatersrand.
