Meet Our Caring Childcare Teachers | Little Wonders Glendowie

Danielle Robinson, Centre Manager

My name is Danielle and I am the Centre Manager at Little Wonders Glendowie.

I have one daughter who is 6 months old. I enjoy spending time with my friends and family, enjoy the sun at the beach and am an avid Rugby League supporter in the weekends.

I have worked in the Early Childhood Sector for the past 12 years and have recently relocated from Hamilton to Auckland. I grew up around south/east Auckland so its amazing to be back here again creating new memories with my family. I believe ECE is the foundation of learning where we as teachers/educators plant the seeds for eternal learning. I believe strongly in the importance of loving relationships and the importance of learning through play. I pride myself on providing a fun, loving, knowledge-enriched environment for our Tamariki and Kaiako.

Sieva Douglas, Tui room Team Leader

Bachelor of Education, First Aid Qualified, Fully Registered.

Fakaalofa lahi atu,

I am from Niue and have lived in New Zealand most of my life. I have two lovely grown up sons, David and Solomon, and an equally lovely baby grandson, Che.

My interest in becoming an Early Childhood teacher was inspired by my children and late mother who was a school teacher and passionate about teaching young children. Since then, I have grown to enjoy working in the Early Childhood industry both with the infants and toddlers, and the over two’s groups.

As a parent, grandparent and teacher, I believe that children will feel safe and secure in their learning and development when they are nurtured in a safe, inclusive and caring environment. It is a joy and privilege for me to learn with and alongside your children, seeing them achieve each milestone in their own unique way.

Outside or work, I love being with my family (and my cat, Jupiter), listening to music and being involved in my church and community group.

Cathy, Tui room Teacher

I have always wanted to work with children from a young age, which developed into a career after my own children had grown up.

I worked at an English Preschool in Cairo Egypt and when I came back to New Zealand I completed an Early Childhood course. I really do enjoy the environment and creations that happen in everyday life at Little Wonders.

Lucy , Kiwi room Teacher

My name is Lucy, I have just received a Bachelor of Teaching in early childhood education and am a provisionally registered teacher.

I am a New Zealander with a European heritage.

I have been working at Little Wonders for just over 3 years and love it. I want the children that come here to have a great experience, learn, grow, have fun and leave ready for their next adventure.

Nicky, Centre Cook

Hello, my name is Nicky. I was born in Somerset England.

I came to New Zealand 20 years ago and love it. I first worked at this centre 15 years ago as the cook; this is where my love for the little ones began.

I went on to do in-home care with Porse which was great fun and nannying for Kiwi Oz Nannies.

It is great to be back here. I have a real passion for babies and it is lovely to get to know them all and their families.

Kathy, Pre-School Team Leader

Kia Ora,

My name is Kathy. I have been a fully qualified registered Kaiako (teacher) since 1999.

Originally born Whangarei northland, I have lived predominately in the Auckland region and held various positions within the early childhood industry gaining a wealth of experience and knowledge over the years.

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