“There is no other place I’d rather be“
Meet the WCKindy team.
Ms Kelsey
Approved Provider/ Owner/ Nominated Supervisor/Educational Leader
Ms Kelsey is the Approved Provider, Owner, Nominated Supervisor, and Educational Leader of Wollongong Cottage Kindergarten. As a qualified Early Childhood Teacher, she brings extensive experience, compassion, and dedication to her role. Kelsey is passionate about the early years and committed to creating a welcoming, family-focused environment where every child feels safe, supported, and inspired to learn and grow.
Miss Nicole
Nominated Supervisor/Responsible Person Educator
Miss Nicole is the Nominated Supervisor of Wollongong Cottage Kindergarten. She holds a Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care and has over 11 years of experience in the early years. Nicole is known for her warmth and dedication and is committed to building trusting relationships with children and families while fostering an inclusive, supportive, and nurturing learning environment.
Ms Alyce
Centre Coordinator
Ms Alyce is the Centre Coordinator and Accounts Manager at Wollongong Cottage Kindergarten. She holds a Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care and has over 15 years of experience in the sector. Alyce is passionate about supporting children and families, building strong relationships, and maintaining a welcoming and nurturing environment for everyone at the centre.
Miss Sami
Responsible Person/Educator
Miss Sami holds a Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care and has 4 years of experience in the early childhood sector. She is passionate about supporting each child’s development through play, creativity, and hands-on learning. Sami is committed to building strong relationships with children and families and creating a safe, nurturing, and inclusive environment where every child feels valued and inspired to grow.
Miss Ash
Responsible Person/ Educator
Miss Ash holds a Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care and has over 16 years of experience in early childhood education. She is known for her kind and caring nature and is dedicated to creating a supportive, family-focused environment where children feel valued, nurtured, and encouraged to grow and explore. Ash is passionate about fostering curiosity and creativity in every child and supporting them to reach their full potential through engaging, hands-on learning experiences.
Ms Abbi
Responsible Person/Educator
Ms Abbi holds a Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care and has extensive experience working with children and families in childcare and youth organisations. She is passionate about connecting children to nature and fostering creativity, imagination, and exploration. Abbi is dedicated to creating a welcoming and nurturing environment where children feel supported, inspired, and encouraged to thrive.
Ms Taylah
Responsible Person/Educator
Ms Taylah holds a Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care and has 3.5 years of experience in the sector. She is passionate about providing a nurturing, inclusive, and safe environment where children feel valued and supported. Taylah encourages exploration, creativity, and learning while building strong relationships with children and their families.
Ms Kylie
Owner/Accounts Manager
Ms Kylie holds a Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care and is the Owner and Accounts Manager of Wollongong Cottage Kindergarten. She is passionate about supporting children, families, and staff, and is dedicated to creating a safe, welcoming, and well-managed environment. Kylie takes pride in ensuring the centre runs smoothly while fostering a friendly, family-focused atmosphere where everyone feels valued and cared for.
Miss Jess
Responsible Person/Educator
Miss Jess has over four years experience in Early Childhood and holds a Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care. She is passionate about creating a warm, welcoming environment where children feel safe, supported, and confident to learn. Miss Jess believes working with children is a truly important role and is committed to making a positive difference in the lives of the children and families she supports.
Miss Jess
Responsible Person/Educator
Miss Jess has over four years experience in Early Childhood and holds a Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care. She is passionate about creating a warm, welcoming environment where children feel safe, supported, and confident to learn. Miss Jess believes working with children is a truly important role and is committed to making a positive difference in the lives of the children and families she supports.
Miss Nikita
Casual Educator
Miss Nikita is a valued casual educator at our centre and holds a Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care. She enjoys supporting children in their learning through play and building positive, nurturing relationships. Miss Nikita is passionate about helping children feel safe, confident, and included within our learning environment.
Mr Lito
Owner/Maintenance
Mr Lito holds a Certificate III and is the Owner and Maintenance person at Wollongong Cottage Kindergarten. He is dedicated to maintaining a safe, welcoming, and well-cared-for environment for children, families, and staff. Lito takes pride in ensuring the centre runs smoothly and supports a comfortable and secure environment for everyone.
Professional Development
Our educators are committed to ongoing professional growth and regularly participate in a wide range of professional development courses throughout the year. These include programs such as Kids and Traffic, Munch & Move, training through the Office of the Children’s Guardian, and Safe Series, among many others.
All educators hold current First Aid and CPR certifications and have completed child protection training, which is renewed annually. This commitment ensures our team stays up-to-date with best practices in health, safety, and early childhood education, providing the highest quality care and learning experiences for every child.