Our Team
Bumper Bears Early Learning has a team of highly committed and qualified staff to support your child’s learning journey. Some of our team have worked at the centre for over ten years, and some who have left to have children, have enrolled their child with us, because they know the quality of care they will receive.
We are committed, professional, caring educators, who have a range of experience, knowledge and qualifications. We enjoy spending time watching young children grow and develop while they are in our care. We know as new parents, that it is difficult to leave your child with someone you don’t know, but once you visit the centre and get a feel for our team and our environments, the choice will be much easier.
Nicky
Nicky is the Centre Director at Bumper Bears and has worked in Early Childhood for over 21 years, with over 11 of these being at Bumper Bears. Nicky believes that the early years are an important time to nurture children’s love of learning, and foster their overall wellbeing. Nicky is committed to making sure that every family and their child feels welcomed & relaxed when they are at the centre. She strives to provide environments that inspire wonder and development. Nicky enjoys being a mentor for newer educators in the sector and for the team. Nicky has a high attention to detail, and will always make time to speak with families about any questions or concerns you have.
Jo
Joanne (Jo) is our Assistant Director and moved from the UK with her family in April 2008. She has worked at Bumper bears for 10 years, and in the early childhood industry for over 35 years. She has a wealth of knowledge and strives to learn more as she believes we are always learning. Her philosophy is centred around respect for each child’s individualised pattern and timing of growth, as well as their individual personalities. She values and develops each child’s strengths, interests, skills, abilities and knowledge to extend their learning.
Katrina
Katrina is the Early Childhood Teacher and Educational Leader of Bumper Bears. She has been enriching the lives of children and families in Early Childhood since 2009. Katrina is deeply passionate and enthusiastic about creating positive and inclusive environments for children and fellow Educators alike. She has always had a strong passion for teaching and Early Childhood, and commit 100% of her energy to ensuring she supports children as they explore and discover. She is a wonderful Educational leader and mentor to the rest of the team.
