Rachelle Van Dyk

Director / Head Teacher of Infant and Toddler Room

I have lived in Putaruru my whole life and have 3 daughters. Tori attends Te Waotu School, and Mila and Jaylee come to the centre with me. I have worked in Early Childhood Education  for many years and love watching children learn and grow as part of my career. I enjoy walking, shopping and spending time with family and friends.

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Nesta Baigent

Head Teacher of Pre-School Room

I have experience teaching children both in Primary School and Early Childhood.  I love the time I spend with children and have learnt so much through their development and experiences.  Ricki and I  enjoy spending time with our three girls who have taught us lots.  I am really excited to be working with the children and families of Putaruru.

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Maree

Infant and Toddler Room

I live in Putaruru and have two grown sons, and one daughter who attends Putaruru College. I have been involved in home based care for a long time and my love for it led me to beginning my degree. Outside of work I love riding my horse on remote country treks. I enjoy getting to know the children and families here!

Taylor

Infant and Toddler Room

Kia ora everyone. I have been working in early childhood for about four years, and I am currently training towards my Bachelor of Teaching, in Early Childhood Education. I am originally a Northland girl, but but have been settled in Putaruru with my husband for over a year now. In my spare time I enjoy being at home, but also love the water and socialising with family and friends. I am a very passionate teacher, and love working in the infant and toddler room. I love having the opportunity to connect with so many awesome children and their families, and grateful to be apart of their journey.

Misty

Infant and Toddler Room

Hi my name is Misty and I come from a family of 10, I am currently completing study in Early Childhood Education. I have always been very passionate about becoming an Educator and love being a part of a child’s journey and seeing them progress into independent children.

Teresa

Infant and Toddler Room

Kia Ora everyone.  My name is Teresa.

I have been working in early childhood for about 10 years.  I graduated with a Diploma in ECE in 2012 having done my training through the Open Polytechnic of NZ.

I am married to Mark and we have two beautiful daughters.  Georgia is 13 and attends JPC in Rotorua and Amber is 10 and attends St Mary’s school here in Putaruru.

I take an active role in their school and after school activities.

I am a new member to the Owlets team and I am really looking forward to getting to know you all and being a part of your childs/children’s learning journey.

Hannah

Pre-School Room

I have lived in Putaruru most of my life.  I am very passionate about this career and looking forward to learning more and extending on my knowledge and experience.  I love to socialise with family and friends.

Vicky

Pre-School Room

Hi everybody my name is Vicky and I live in Putaruru.  I am married to my gorgeous husband Roderick and we have a handsome son Christian.  I love working with all your children and watching them blossom into great little people.