Our People

I have been in education for about 30 years now and am passionate that our children are all well cared for, nurtured to become confident learners and thrive.

I have three children of my own who I enjoy spending time with following their own individual interests.  Children are often our greatest teachers and I have learned so much both from my own children and the families I work with.

Originally from Scotland I immigrated to Christchurch in 2000 and live with my husband and two daughters.

In my spare time I enjoy going family 4-wheel driving, socialising and generally running around after my kids.

I consider the most important thing for a teacher is to engage, be warm, loving and understanding with children.

I live Christchurch my partner and 2 sons’. I really enjoy my job; the best part is creating a menu in line with the healthy heart guidelines which children will enjoy and keep them sustained for their preschool day.

From time to time, I get the opportunity to work alongside the children in the classroom, I enjoy this time because it strengthens the relationships, I have with them.

In my spare in enjoy playing pool and enter many competitions across the country.

I am from Scotland and been in Christchurch for the past 9 years and live with my partner and 2 boys, Charlie and Darragh who both attend Pascals. 

I love being part of early childhood and seeing how children grow and develop in this environment.

In my spare time, I enjoy being active, playing netball and spending time with the family.

I am Assistant Manager at Pascals. I joined Early Childhood Education in 2008, completed my Bachelor of Teaching in 2010 and have been teaching ever since.

As a teacher my passion is to support and provide a curriculum that is inclusive for each and individual child so that they feel valued, respected, and develop to their full potential. Outside work, I love travelling, gardening, and spending time with my whānau and friends. I enjoy working with all ages, looking forward to getting to know you and your whānau more.

With about 25 years’ experience now, I have worked with all ages over the years, and know that each year brings its own unique rewards and challenges. 

I passionately believe in creating a calm respectful environment, working in collaboration with children and their family. All children can achieve if they feel safe, secure in their relationships with others and supported to grow a love of learning. 

My husband and I live on a walnut orchard in Eyrewell, North Canterbury. My family is central to all I do, and we still enjoy family holidays with our children and friends. I love the mountains, skiing, painting, gardening, and sharing ideas to protect the environment.

I am a Cantabrian born and bred, and still here living with my husband and cat. In my spare time love to sing, play netball and touch rugby, read books and watch sports.  

I believe that building strong trusting relationships with tamariki and their whānau is the key to creating a sence of whanaungatanga | family in our space. This meaning that tamariki feel free to explore, grow and learn in a space where they are cared for and respected as individuals creating authentic learning opportunities for each one of them.  

Outside of work I enjoy involvement in my church and have over recent years been in 6 shows of community amateur dramatics. Lots of fun.

I have a beautiful Welsh springer spaniel. Lately I have enjoyed making pottery and pastel art works. I'm happy in my work.

I believe every child needs to be loved, nurtured and valued so they feel safe and have confidence to try new experiences that empower them through their lifetime. As a Kaiako, building strong relationships with Tamariki and their whanau is vital to being an effective and responsive teacher.

I am married to Darren and together we have a small farm in Ohoka where we have an orchard, vegetable gardens and stock. I also have three older teenagers Jeffery, Kaitlyn and Jessica. We lead a very busy but content and happy life. In my spare time I love to read, go camping at the beach and have coffee with friends.

I always engage to form a close relationship with whanau so please come and introduce yourself and have a chat with me. I would love to hear your family values and aspirations for your child so together we can build a firm foundation for your child to grow and learn from.

My family moved to New Zealand in 2017 and I have been working as a qualified and registered ECE teacher since then. I love working with infants and toddlers, to build strong bonds with them and support their growth and development and help them become confident learners in the future.