our educators

Narelle Jackson

Director - Nominated Supervisor, Responsible Person and Early Childhood Teacher

  • Teaching Diploma in Early Childhood Education (Newcastle University)

  • Over 35 years

  • Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday

  • It is one that embraces fun and the excitement of anticipating the unexpected. I love the element of surprise and will always endeavour to stimulate the children’s learning by thinking beyond and to ponder the “what if’s” and “what would happen if….” This is through both spontaneous and intentional pedagogical teaching moments. I encourage the children to hypothesise and go above and beyond their potential in all aspects of development and learning.

    I believe that the safety, wellbeing, and health of children are of the utmost importance and form the foundation for all learning and development. I am committed to creating a secure, nurturing, inclusive, and supportive environment where children feel safe, respected, valued, and confident to explore, learn, and take risks in their learning.

    I feel that children need to have their voices heard so they feel empowered and valued and have a sense of belonging within any early childhood setting.

    My style of teaching is to listen to the children and families and through the process of respect, reflection, and inclusive practices, together we will embark on the path of embedding a culture of co-operation and co-contributors to the children’s learning — be it about ourselves and our potential, our families, our community, and the many wonders of the world around us and all that these embrace.

    To me it is and always will be “having a go”, and I will always be proud of even the smallest of steps.

Bronwyn White

Educator, Educational Leader and Responsible Person

  • Diploma in Child Studies - TAFE

  • Over 20 years

  • Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday

  • My teaching philosophy is grounded in the principles of Belonging, Being and Becoming, I believe children learn best when they feel safe, secure and supported within nurturing and responsive relationships. By fostering positive, respectful and trusting relationships with children, families and colleagues, I aim to create a strong sense of belonging where children feel valued, confident and connected within their learning environment.

    I view children as capable, competent and active participants in their own learning, bringing unique strengths, ideas, cultures and perspectives. I believe children are naturally curious and inquisitive, with a strong desire to explore, question, investigate and make meaning of the world around them. Through play-based learning and intentional teaching, I support children to develop confidence, independence, creativity and a lifelong love of learning.

    I believe the learning environment acts as the “third teacher” and should be inclusive, engaging and responsive to children’s interests, abilities and stages of development. I strive to provide environments and experiences that encourage exploration, problem-solving, collaboration and creativity, while promoting children’s agency and supporting each child to reach their full potential.

    As an educator, I see my role as supporting, guiding and scaffolding children’s learning through intentional teaching, reflective practice and meaningful interactions with Children’s safety and wellbeing being paramount in all my decisions. I value the importance of building collaborative partnerships with families and respecting diversity, culture and inclusion to create equitable learning opportunities for all children. I am committed to creating a positive and supportive foundation that promotes children’s wellbeing, learning and development throughout their early learning journey.

Kate Atkinson

  • Bachelor of Early Childhood Education (QUT)

  • 4 Years

  • Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday

  • My personal teaching philosophy encompasses the belief in the power of lifelong learning for both myself and the children I teach. I believe that learning is an ongoing journey and that educators play a vital role in fostering positive attitudes towards learning from an early age. As a teacher, I am committed to continuously reflecting on and developing my own professional knowledge and practice to ensure I provide meaningful and engaging learning experiences for all children.

    I strive to create an environment where curiosity and a love of learning are nurtured, and where children are encouraged to explore, question, and grow. I believe children learn best when they feel safe, valued, and supported to take risks in their learning. By providing opportunities for play-based exploration, inquiry, and discovery, I aim to empower children to become confident, capable, and active participants in their own learning journey.

    I celebrate the diversity of each child, recognising that their unique perspectives, experiences, cultures, abilities, and interests enrich our community and learning. I am committed to creating an inclusive environment where every child feels a sense of belonging. I value partnerships formed with families and the wider community, recognising that collaborative relationships contribute significantly to children's learning, wellbeing, and development.

Early Childhood Teacher

Jasmine Robertson

  • Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care - TAFE

  • 18 years

  • Thursday and Friday

Educator

Jessie Xu

Educator

  • Certificate III in Child Studies

  • Over 10 years

  • Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday

  • I believe every child is unique and deserves to be valued, respected, and supported as an individual. As an educator, I am committed to creating a safe, inclusive, and engaging learning environment where children can explore, learn, and grow through meaningful play and experiences.


    I believe strong partnerships with families are essential to supporting children's learning and development. I value open communication and encourage families to be actively involved in their child's learning journey.


    I strive to be passionate, patient, caring, fair, and professional in my role. I am committed to following all policies, procedures, and regulations while continually developing my knowledge and skills through reflection and ongoing professional learning.


    Above all, I place the safety, wellbeing, and best interests of every child at the centre of my practice, supporting them to become confident, capable, and lifelong learners.

Deb Johnston

Educator

  • Diploma in Child Studies - TAFE

  • Over 20 years

  • Friday

  • As an educator of young children, I will assist in creating a quality learning environment for every child.

    As an advocate for a holistic approach to the early learning environment, my belief of play based learning is that it provides each child with opportunities for exploring, investigating and socialising that will enhance their development and skills.

    With positive interactions giving each child individual attention, support, warmth and respect builds their confidence and sense of self.

    In partnership with colleagues, families and the community I believe an early childhood setting gives children the space to laugh, learn and express themselves.

Educator

Kelsey Heinz

  • Certificate III in Children's Services

  • Over 10 years

  • Monday, Tuesday and Thursday

  • I believe every child is a unique, capable, and confident individual with the potential to achieve great things. As an educator, I strive to create a safe, supportive, and inclusive environment where children feel valued, respected, and encouraged to express their ideas, opinions, and creativity.

    I view children as naturally curious and inquisitive learners who actively contribute to their own learning journey. Through building trusting and positive relationships, I aim to support children in developing a strong sense of identity, confidence, independence, and belonging. I believe children learn best through meaningful experiences that reflect their interests, abilities, and individual ways of learning while encouraging exploration, problem-solving, and collaboration.

    Children bring joy, wonder, and endless possibilities to the world, and I believe it is my role to guide, inspire, and celebrate each child for who they are while fostering a lifelong love of learning.

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