About us

ANCA offers an alternative model to traditional early-childhood development and is grounded by the belief that the educator is responsible for creating an environment in which children can flourish, and not where profit is maximised at all costs. We believe that early childhood development lays the foundation for children to reach their potential and plays the greatest role in the development of future impact makers.

The A(NCA)-Team

We are a dedicated team ranging from passionate educators to investment specialists. Our purpose remains to invest in quality early education, where kids can learn through play in a safe environment, as we grow our investment family.

Boss Man

A working dad, chief negotiator and winning pancake maker. Big picture thinker and rainmaker that remains rooted in his foundation.

Carl Neethling
Chairman

Carl Neethling is a co-founder of ANCA and ACN Capital Pty Ltd, where he serves as CEO & Chief Investment Officer. 

Queen on the Castle

She puts the colour in our rainbow, she puts the air in our balloons, she’s an inspirational leader that brings all the flair. She’s a breath of fresh air and an out-the box thinker. She heads up our schools and cares for us all.

Andrea Neethling
Co-CEO

Andrea Neethling is the face behind ANCA and Durbieland’s success and boasts with more than 10 years’ experience in education. She has previously served as the principal of Durbieland and Curro Rosen Castle in Durbanville.

Valuations Vanguard

Johan loves all things numbers – be it solving a maths problem or building financial models on excel. Our second-in-command, resident handyman, mechanic and a Mac-man.

Johan van Zyl
Co-CEO

Private equity specialist with more than 10 years’ experience across a wide range of sectors and has a passion for children. He was instrumental in ACN Capital (previously Acorn Private Equity) being awarded the DealMakers Catalyst Private Equity Deal of the Year 2019 and again in 2021. Johan is responsible for the expansion and growth of the ANCA portfolio.

Bridget Mans

Office Organiser

Bridget is the mom in our office – she makes sure our coffee never runs out and that our calendars (and our time management) run like clockwork.

Cecile Schreve

Penny Wise

So, if you ever thought finance managers were boring, think again. Cecile, the coffee-loving mom of two, has mastered the art of making finance fun, turning every financial goal into a thrilling adventure.

Gerhard Jacobs

Money Man

Gerhard is always keen for any adventure and has a heart of gold. His loyalty is admirable, just like his skills on a mountain bike. If you’re looking for the master of coin – Gerhard has the key.

Carene van der Westhuizen

Jane of All Trades

Whether it be finances, carnivals, braai days, golf days, rainbows, or unicorns, she can do it all!