The Ballykin Rose Bay Team
At Ballykin we care, with the needs and wellbeing of each child is at the core of everything we do. Our nurturing and highly experienced team delivers educational programmes that help the children become confident, creative and curious thinkers, with an enduring love of learning.
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Sara – Centre Director
Ballykin Rose BayI have worked in Early Childhood Education since 2009. I studied my Bachelor of Education (Early Childhood) at Sydney University and went on to further my studies completing a Certificate IV in Assessment and Training, and also an Executive General Manager Program at Melbourne Business School. I am passionate about creating a strong, supported and informed team who will inspire, co-construct and guide children to be capable, independent and active learners. My personal teaching philosophy is ‘the art of teaching, is the art of assisting the discovery'. Centre Director Nominated Supervisor Director & Educator at Ballykin since 2014
Piera – Educator & 2IC
Ballykin Rose BayI was born in Australia and from Italian heritage. I have worked in Early Childhood Education since 2008 and am passionate about helping young children learn and grow. As well as my extensive Early Childhood Learning experience, I speak Italian fluently and pride myself in my communication skills with the children, parents or staff. I love creating inspiring environments for the children and have particular interest in educating the them about Australian Indigenous culture. Early Childhood Teacher & 2IC Certified Supervisor Educator at Ballykin since 2015
Beatriz – Educational Leader
Ballykin Rose BayI am a passionate educator with over 25 years experience. I started my career as a primary and secondary school teacher in Brazil. There I completed my studies (Bachelor’s in Education and Master’s in Arts) and was lucky enough to have a varied and fulfilling range of experiences in the educational field. However, it was in Australia that I discovered the joys of working in Early childhood and never looked back. Since then, I have been sharing my love for nature and learning with children and educators. Educational Leader Responsible Person Educator at Ballykin since 2011
Napat – Diploma Educator
Rose BayI was raised and educated in Bangkok, Thailand and moved to Australia in 2007 where I successfully completed a Diploma of Education. I am fully bilingual (Thai and English) and love working with babies and very young children. Through kindness and nurturing I make a positive impact on learning and development of the children in my care. Diploma Educator Responsible Person Educator at Ballykin since 2021
Katie – Diploma Educator
Ballykin Rose BayI was born and raised in the South East of England, where I worked in Health and Fitness. I moved to Sydney in 2004 and began studying for my Diploma in Early childhood Education, and am currently studying for my Bachelor's in Education. I love my role within the preschool room and the incredible programs that we have built, including the woodwork program which I introduced to Ballykin. Diploma Educator Responsible Person Educator at Ballykin since 2016
Rohaniza – Chef
Ballykin Rose BayBorn and raised in the Philippines, I moved to Australia with my family in 2016 and completed a Diploma in Hotel and Restaurant Services. As a Chef with over 14 years of experience in the hotel and restaurant industry, cooking has always been my passion and I am fortunate to be able to plan and prepare, exciting and nutritious meals for the children at Ballykin. Chef & Meal Planner Permanent Part Time Cook at Ballykin since 2019