Donna Boaden
Donna holds her Bachelor of Education and early childhood and Masters of Counselling . She is a local girl who grew up in Tocumwal and lives with her husband and 6 children in town. Donna is the Director and Nominated Supervisor of Tocumwal’s Little Explorers. Donna has over 20 years experience in early childhood education and is extremely passionate about the rights of the child and their freedom to learn in a safe and encouraging environment.
Lisa Walters
With over 7 years experience in Early Childhood Education. Lisa started out in the kitchen and then enrolled in her cert 3. She has now completed her Diploma and is our Toddler Room Leader. She loves enriching young children’s lives through play-based learning. She is passionate about her work and is committed to continuing her growth in Early Childhood & Education.
Jenny Philpot
Jen completed her Cert III in Early Childhood Education and Care in 2015. She lives in Tocumwal with her husband and children.
Jen’s Passion is to see the children grow socially and emotionally throughout their journey at preschool through a play-based curriculum. Jen strives for the children to have a voice and a sense of belonging in a safe and caring environment.
Kelly Rogers
Kelly is an assistant educator in the Nursery. She has completed her Cert III and now is working towards her Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care. She grew up in Tocumwal and lives here with her partner and 2 children. Her philosophy is to create a nurturing and supportive environment where children can learn through play, exploration and meaningful interactions.
Paige Laker
Abby Wilson
Anouchka Bruwer
Jody Crockford
Eleanor Haynes
Rebecca Ball
Sarah Piner
Sheila Redhead
Eliza Chique
Kimbly Hollywood
Bree Nye
Nicky Peavey
Nicky is our Assistant Director. She holds her Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care and has been in the sector for 13 years. Nicky’s philosophy is that children learn through play. She thrives on creating a safe and loving environment to explore, discover and imagine. Nicky has just moved to Tocumwal with her Husband. She loves being on the water or the golf course.
Mandy Bale
Josh McPhee
Josh holds a Bachelor of Education and a Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care. He’s been teaching for near 10 years now, mixing things between high school, primary school and preschool, teaching all levels from Foundation to Year 12. Josh hasn’t found a sport he doesn’t like, but Basketball and watching the NBA are up there with his favourites. When he’s not watching sport or attending live music, he’s out the river with a fishing rod and his dog, Beckham. Josh’s experience in all school environments gives him the knowledge and expertise to assist and guide the children to being School Ready Students.
Carlie McFarlane
Lilly Davies
Victoria Artivva-Bennett
Yvette Van Eyk
Yvette holds her Bachelor of Education and has completed her Cert III in Early Childhood Education and Care. She loves seeing children flourish through creative, imaginative play and seeing their confidence grow. Yvette enjoys scrapbooking, spending time with family and road trips!
Azel Santiago
Nikki Graham