MONTROSE PRESCHOOL

Teacher

Narelle Walker

Narelle teaches the 3/4 year old children and one of the 4/5 year old sessions. Narelle has been at the preschool since 2002. Her qualifications include: Diploma of Teaching (Early Childhood), Bachelor of Education (Early Childhood), First Aid Level 2, Asthma Management, Allergy, Anaphylaxis and Epipen Administration trained. Narelle’s two children both attended this preschool.

Teacher

Mandy Hunter

I began my career in early childhood in the year 2000, working at a long day care setting, during this time I completed my Diploma in children’s services. I then commenced a position caring and educating nursery age children. With a love and passion for learning about Early Childhood Development and my dream to be a Kindergarten Teacher, I began study at The University of Melbourne, where I studied to complete a Bachelor in Early Childhood Studies. During my study and after completing my degree I have gained experience working in a variety of Educational settings, such as, long daycare, private school and community not-for-profit Kindergartens. I believe the Pre-school years are so important in encouraging a child to develop a love of learning and confidence in themselves as an individual. Through play and interaction with peers and adults, children are supported to develop a sense of connection with the community. I believe it takes a community to raise a child, this is why through my experience I am passionate about community-based education. During the Pre-school years children are nurtured and supported to develop a strong identity and sense of wellbeing where interests, abilities, talents, knowledge, culture and an understanding about themselves as a learner are explored and developed. The Pre-school years are the first step a child takes in their educational journey, we create a setting where curiosity, passion and friendships are encouraged. I believe a memorable and happy early childhood experience helps to lay the crucial foundations for future lifelong success and fulfillment.

Educator

Michele Howard

I have been the educator at Montrose preschool for 9 years. I have a certificate III in Children’s Services a Diploma in Children’s Services and a certificate III in Disability Support. I started at Mt Evelyn Special School then went on to Additional Assistant in numerous kinders and then found my way to Montrose where I will be forever! I have loved every minute of being here, the staff and all the families that have come through (some being here as long as I have)

Educator

Michelle Holscher