These dedicated professionals offer your child the highest level of preschool education. They also foster a nurturing environment to support each child’s individual needs and development.

Loyal and long-serving staff members provide consistency and security for the children. Many have enjoyed teaching several children from the one family. All staff are committed to ongoing professional development and to the principles of the National Quality Framework.

Twiga Teacher (M-W, Ed.Leader, Release teacher Th,F) - miss Tara

Tara joined Christ Church Gladesville Preschool in early 2016, bringing with her a wealth of knowledge from over two decades of experience in the profession. She has a Bachelor of Education (Early Childhood Education) and enjoys extending children's learning through play-based experiences. Tara is the Monday - Wednesday teacher for the Twiga class. Tara is the Educational Leader and is also the 2IC.

Twiga Teacher (Th,F, Release Teacher Monday) - miss Juan

Juan joined Christ Church Gladesville Preschool in early 2024. She has a Bachelor of Education (Early Childhood). She is passionate about extending children’s interests and helping them learn through music and movement. Juan is the Thursday-Friday teacher for the Twiga class.

Tembo teacher (M-W, Release teacher Th-F)- Miss kaitlyn

Kaitlyn is the Early Childhood Teacher for the Tembo group on Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday and the Release Teacher on Thursday and Friday. Kaitlyn started teaching here at the beginning of 2019 and is a university trained teacher, and has experience in long day care and preschool environments. Kaitlyn is passionate about equipping and supporting our little learners, by providing a resource rich environment for them to discover and explore.

Tembo teacher (Th-F, Release Teacher Wed)- Miss Jacinta

Jacinta is the Thursday - Friday Tembo Early Childhood Teacher. Jacinta started teaching here in 2018. Jacinta has a passion for fostering children’s curiosity and supporting them to become lifelong learners. She is a university-trained teacher, specialising in Early Childhood Education.

Toto Teacher (M-W) - miss Grace

Grace joined Christ Church Gladesville Preschool in early 2024. She has a Masters of Teaching (Early Childhood). she speaks Indonesian and enjoys extending children's learning through play-based experiences. Grace is the Monday - Wednesday teacher for the Toto class.

Toto Teacher (Th - F) - miss Leah

Leah has a long association with Christ Church Gladesville Preschool, starting her teaching here in 2001. In between raising her family Leah first worked as a regular ECT casual and became permanent part-time teacher for the Thursday - Friday Toto class in 2023. She believes Preschool is a happy place to learn the life skills children need for their future. A place where children can learn resilience in a safe and caring environment.

TEMBO diploma Educator (M-F)- Miss Annette

Annette has been working at the preschool since 2001. She attained her Certificate III in Children’s Services in 2011 and has her Diploma in Children’s Services. Annette and has seen multiple generations of families come through the preschool.   Annette works with the Tembo children and staff throughout the week.

Toto diploma Educator (M-F)- Miss Patti

Patti has been a member of the Christ Church Gladesville Preschool team since 2009. Patti is the Diploma educator for the Toto Group throughout the week.  She enjoys helping all children to actively engage in the Preschool program.

Twiga Diploma Educator (M-W) - Miss Jamie

Jamie has been at Christ Church Gladesville Preschool since 2018 and is our Diploma Educator in the Twiga group on Monday to Wednesday. She is passionate about cultivating a well-rounded environment for play-based learning where children can flourish in their development. She values the importance of a Christian Curriculum and seeks to share the love of God in all her work.

Twiga Diploma educator (M-F) - MISS BEK

Bek joined Christ Church Gladesville Preschool in 2024. She holds a Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care. Bek works in the Twigas room as the Support Worker five days per week. Bek brings energy and enthusiasm with her and a positive attitude to learning.

Toto Support educator (M-W) - MISS NISA

Nisa started at Christ Church Gladesville Preschool in 2023 working as a casual and then became part of the permanent staff team in 2024. Nisa has a Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care and has a wealth of experience working with preschool children. Nisa is very creative and is passionate about art and craft.

TOTo Support educator (Th-F) - Miss Carolyn

Carolyn began in the role in 2004. While working, she studied at TAFE, completing her Certificate III in Children’s Services. Carolyn’s role as Support Worker on Thursday and Friday means that she has the privilege of working with the Toto children and families.

TEMBO Support educator (Th-F) - MisS YOUNGMI

Youngmi is a former Preschool parent who joined the team in 2024 as a support worker in the Tembos room. Youngmi holds a Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care. Youngmi is experienced in working with children with additional needs and speaks fluent Korean.

toto Teacher (CURRENTLY on maternity leave) - miss Hannah

Hannah is the Early Childhood Teacher of the Monday - Wednesday Toto Children, Educational Leader and Release Teacher on Thursday/Friday. She completed her degree in Early Childhood Education in 2015 and started teaching at Christ Church Gladesville Preschool at the beginning of 2016. She is passionate about seeing children learn and develop. Hannah is thankful that she can play an active role in sharing the love of Jesus with children.

casual Educator - Miss Debbie

Debbie fell in love with Christ Church Gladesville Preschool when her own children attended. She began working with the preschool in 2002 and has taken on many different roles during her time here (including Assistant Educator and Support Worker - Children). She acquired her Certificate III in Children’s Services in 2011 and works with the Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday Tembo children.  Debbie is passionate about teaching children to express themselves and their learning through the creative arts.