Qualifications

• Bachelor of Education (Early Childhood)

Educational Beliefs Statement

I am extremely passionate about the early years, not only because it’s such a unique, fun and free time of life, but also because this is when the majority of brain development occurs. For me, this is of extreme importance, and I believe we all need to be supporting our young children to learn in ways that are relevant, supportive and encouraging, so they have the best chance of moving forward and thriving in life.

Favourite Part of Kindy

It would have to be the background soundtrack of children noise – the playing, singing, laughing and just thoroughly enjoying their time, living and learning in the moment. A close second though, is heading out for lunch, hearing about what’s going on in their day, and getting to see all of their delicious lunches!

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Teaching (Early Childhood)

Educational Beliefs Statement

I believe that children are unique individuals that are competent and capable learners. By offering a play based environment that caters for their current needs and interests, we can enable all children to continually learn and extend their knowledge base. I strongly support the Early Years Learning Framework where the core values are children belonging, being and becoming.

Favourite Part of Kindy

Every day is different and unpredictable! It is so rewarding to cater for the children’s interests on any given day and offer a flexible and engaging learning environment.

Qualifications

• Certificate III in Children’s Services

Educational Beliefs Statement

• My aim as an educator is to help children feel at ease. I believe it’s important to provide a warm, caring, light-hearted environment where children feel secure, happy, and comfortable enough to share their thoughts, ideas, and interests whilst also feeling confident to experiment and explore new ideas.

Favourite Part of Kindy

• My favourite part about these precious years is when we get to hang out with the kiddos – Us educators get to hear lots of stories, we get to play, and be silly! How lucky are we!

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Psychological Science (currently studying)
• Cert III Children Services (currently studying)

Educational Beliefs Statement:

I believe that all children have the right to a safe, healthy and caring environment, where they are supported through all the challenges they face as they develop and grow. To me, all children are unique, and I feel it is essential to embrace each child as individuals for all their varying hobbies, interests and skills. I hope to encourage each child to pursue these interests, as well as to face any challenges along the way with kindness and resilience.

Favourite Part of Kindy:

I always look forward to hearing about each child’s ideas and am always amazed at their creativity and interests. I love the enthusiasm that children bring to kindy, and how their faces light up when they talk about things that mean the most to them.

Qualifications

• Diploma in Accounting

Donna has worked at Alderley Kindergarten for over 11 years, with her own son attending here in 2009.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Education (Early Childhood)

Educational Beliefs Statement

My experience as a teacher has highlighted to me the absolute importance of listening and meeting the individual needs and interests of each child. This is essential to maximise their potential for learning and encourages them to become lifelong learners who are kind and fair citizens in our world. Therefore, I see my job as a teacher to be a co constructor of children’s learning, to create environments that encourage creative learning and freedom, which in turn creates a place of joy, respect and belonging.

Favourite Part of Kindy

My favourite part of Kindy is the children. This may seem cliche, but truly, I love working with children. I love their curiosity and love of learning. I love seeing their eyes light up when they learn through play, the friendships that they form and how they blossom throughout their year at Kindy in their own special ways.

Qualifications

• Certificate III in Children’s Services

Educational Beliefs Statement:

I believe every child deserves an education, and the long life of learning beings in the early years. Each child is unique, and learns at their own pace. Children should be able to explore, question, create, investigate and have fun in their experiences through play. children should feel safe and supportive in all areas in their learning.

Favourite Part of Kindy:

What I love about Alderley Kindy is the community feel. Everyone helps out. I love working with the children, seeing them grow and develop throughout the year. I love nurturing the children into their own being and creating memories for them and their families.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Education (Early Childhood) (currently studying)

Educational Beliefs Statement

I envision every child as a unique and capable learner who has unlimited potential to thrive in the future. I recognise the importance of mutual relationships in education and I would love to accompany children to co-construct the most precious time in their lives.

Favourite Part of Kindy

My favourite parts of the kindy are the children and the sense of community. I also love how everyone here is kind and supportive. I feel very privileged to be part of Alderley Kindy.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of International Studies (Globalisation)

My 3 children have attended Alderley Kindergarten over the past 4 years running, and it is such a magical environment and gives them the best possible preparation for school. The staff are amazing and there is a wonderful community environment, with plenty of opportunities to get involved.

Qualifications

• Certificate III in Children’s Services (currently studying)
• Bachelor of Aviation and Engineering (currently studying)