Our People

Lisa, Centre Manager
Kia Ora, I am Lisa the Centre Manager of Lollipops.
I have been in the teaching profession coming up 10 years and within my philosophy the most important aspect is ensuring that families/ whānau are provided with the upmost respect and care through communication and partnership within their child’s learning and development. I believe it’s crucial that tamariki are provided a safe, secure, and nurturing environment to grow and gain a sense of belonging that our centre is their second home.
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Joni, Head Teacher - Nursery
Kia ora, my name is Joni, and I am the head teacher in the Nursery.
I hold a Bachelor of Teaching, but I am also married, and a mum to two children of my own!
I believe that teaching young children is a specialist role that incorporates the important guidance that young children need.
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Rehana, Assistant Manager - Head Teacher - Preschool
Hi, I am Rehana, the Assistant Manager and the head teacher in the preschool.
I am originally from Fiji Island, and I have been in New Zealand for almost 14 years. I’m married with three kids, two boys and a girl.
I have been in this profession for 12 years and I find the most rewarding part of my job is getting to know the children, their whānau and families and knowing that I can make a difference in a child’s learning and development through their time in my care.
My hobbies are travelling, reading, and swimming.

Rowena, Teacher
Kia ora, I am Rowena.
I grew up in the Philippines and I was also a teacher for 12 years before I came here to NZ to live with my husband Irvin.
I consider Lollipops Hazeldean as my second home as I have worked here for the past 7 years. I love teaching tamariki and bringing out the best in them as it gives me fulfilment. It is important to me to see that the children are getting the love, care, and attention that they need while they are within the centre.

Jackie, Teacher - Prep Room
Kia ora
My name is Jackie, I have been involved in the education sector for 25 years. I started out attending parenting courses when my daughter was young including a two-year child psychology course, then I moved on to teacher aiding where I taught students with learning difficulties for 8 years at Hammersley primary school before training as an early childhood educator 15 years ago.
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