Staff Profiles

Karen Purchase, Centre Director, Jervois Road.

Centre Director, Karen Purchase joined the team at Lollipops Albany in 2011. Karen has worked in the early childhood education sector for more than 20 years. She holds a Diploma in Teaching (ECE) and also has a solid understanding of the Reggio philosophy. Karen has held management positions within kindergartens and childcare centres and has also worked for the home-based childcare sector. As a mum of three adult children, Karen has a parent’s perspective of the benefits of early childhood education, and also understands the concerns and expectations of parents when choosing a quality centre.  Her many years of experience have quickly become a valuable asset to the staff, children and parents at Lollipops who welcome her friendly and approachable personality.
 
“I feel very fortunate to be working within such a vibrant, happy centre where I can contribute to the quality care of the lovely children and families of the Jervois Road centre.”