ALUMNI: Alistair Green (2025)

VENTURE: Newberry House Group

Newberry House MONTESSORI SCHOOL GROUP

Somerset West, South Africa

Newberry is a growing school group with an innovative “3E” model, providing high-quality, authentic Montessori education in a healthy environment through real-life experiences. Its mission is to showcase what is possible in education, with Cambridge International results that consistently exceed global benchmarks, in a culture that values authenticity, respect, and lifelong learning. Beyond academics and sport, Newberry fosters critical thinking and entrepreneurship, with student-led ventures from supplying organic produce to Lourensford restaurants, to building mountain bike trails (used by the Cape Epic) and fundraising for a local crèche. Founded in 2010 on Lourensford Estate, Newberry is opening its second campus at Spier in 2026. Building on recognition from government, business, and nonprofits, the group is scaling its model to help transform South Africa’s education landscape.

Alistair Green

CEO & Executive Head  |  Newberry House Group

Alistair has led Newberry House since 2017, driving its growth from concept through its current expansion while shaping its culture, strategy, and values. Previously, he spent 12 years in the UK, helping lead a dramatic school turnaround, advising schools on improvement strategies, and co-founding a preschool. He holds a BSc from Stellenbosch University, an MA in Education focused on Organisational Leadership, and completed the WITS Business School Leadership Development Programme. Alistair values authentic leadership and thrives on building connections across industries to drive meaningful change. He recharges by trail running in the mountains and adventuring with his wife, Marieke, and their four sons.