Nayland Kindergarten - The Teaching Team
Margie Meleisea (Head Teacher)
Bachelor of Social Work, Graduate Diploma in Teaching ECE My passion for teaching comes from the saying - "It takes a village to raise a child." I love the humour, the fun, the determination and the honesty of the children, who soak up all that is offered to them. I am always in awe of what and how they teach me each and every day. Lets play!! Read more..... |
Lynne Paul
Bachelor of Teaching and Learning (Early Childhood) It is pretty exciting to be able to say that I have the best job in the world. Everyday there are WOW moments that just make you appreciate the honesty of life and learning through children's eyes. Teachers as learners and children as teachers is a powerful way to learn. Read more..... |
Mary Faulkner
Bachelor of Teaching and Learning (Early Childhood) Relationships with children and their families is the most important part of my job. I enjoy playing the ukelele and singing with children. I am passionate about Te Reo Maori and providing children with opportunities to experience Te Reo Maori in Kindergarten. Read more..... |
Lynette Cain
Graduate Diploma in Teaching and Learning (Early Childhood) I am excited to be part of the teaching team at Nayland Kindergarten, because every day is different, as children are encouraged to follow their interests, passions and imagination. With a love of art, I enjoy sharing this with the children, and encouraging their creativity. Read more..... |
Nathan Miller
Graduate Diploma in Early Childhood Teaching I grew up in Tauranga, moved to Christchurch 20 years ago. I studied Plant and Microbial Science and worked as an agricultural engineer, then moved to Nelson where I trained to be an early childhood teacher. I believe that physical education has a key role in children's..... Read more..... 
Kirstie Crombie
Bachelor of Teaching and Learning ( Early Childhood) |
Tanya Swann (Administrator)
My three boys have attended Nayland Kindergarten and enjoyed it's stimulating and fun environment. It is their happy experiences here that have made me want to be part of the Nayland team as an administrator. Read more..... |