Our Team

Appleseed Childcare is a place of fun, love, games, stories, songs, play and imagination – but behind all of our activities is a guiding program of early childhood education and development.

Appleseed Childcare is a place of fun, love, games, stories, songs, play and imagination – but behind all of our activities is a guiding program of Early Childhood Education and Development.

Our Early Childhood Educators are fully qualified, very experienced and extremely dedicated to their roles - many have been with Appleseed since it opened in 2010.

We truely value continuity of care and know how important consistency is in a young child's life - which is why we our team is only made of of all permanent part-time and full-time educators. We employee regular permanent float educators which enables us to refrain from using "casual" or "agency" educators. This means that your child will always know and be familiar with every educator in the service! 

We are a small service - with only 49 children in attendance each day and our enrolled families stay with us from nursery to preschool. What this means is that your child isn't just a number or another face in the crowd! We are so proud of the tight-knit service we provide - with each educator knowing every child, regardless of room or age group, individually. For your child, it provides them an additional sense of belonging and security. 

Our service highly values continued professional learning and development - we hold regular professional development training and a high number of our Educators are furthering their own individal studies.

We know that the early years of life are the most important for learning - with 90% of a child's brain development occuring in the first 5 years of a child's life. This time is when the foundations for future learning is laid. 

 

 

 

Kimmarie Hayek

Licensee/Nominated Supervisor/Centre Director

(Bachelor of Teaching - Early Childhood Teacher) 

I am the Owner of Appleseed Childcare.

My history in childcare goes back to 2003 when I worked in a 2-3 room looking after 16 toddlers while studying my certificate 3. I had 2 children and was ready for a career change. After completing my Certificate 3, I went on to complete my Diploma in Children’s Services, then my Bachelor of Teaching 0-5 years through Charles Sturt University.

This was a very challenging experience with 3 children and pregnant with my fourth, but working with children is something I’ve always had a passion for. It stems from being the oldest sibling of 6 younger brothers.

My husband and I bought our first preschool located on the Central Coast in 2003, and so we made the move from Sydney to operate the preschool. In 2006 we bought a long day care centre in Woy Woy but we had the ambition to build our dream centre with everything that we wanted, so the search was on to look for a sight back in Sydney.

In 2008 we decided that Ray Rd would be the place that our dream centre would be built, and in April 2009 the site was cleared to be ready for construction. It was an exciting time for me, assisting with the design and purchasing materials and resources for the centre. In June 2010 we opened for business, with children eager to start their journey with us. Since then, we have built a great team and have had many lovely families and children attend of our centre.

We look forward to showing you through our centre and building a great relationship with yourself and your child.

Nora

 All About Me

I have completed my Diploma in Children's Services.

I currently work in the Yellow room

My Interests

Movies, cooking, gym, drawing, singing

My Personal Favourites

Colour: Blue

Scent: Lavender

Hot Drink: Hot chocolate

Cold Drink: Milk tea/ Milkshake

Food: Cake & Sushi

Subject: Math

Sweets: Cheesecake

What I love most about working with children: I'm passionate about helping children adapt to new routines and assisting them to grow, develop and achieve their developmental milestones. 

Alice

Emily

All About Me

I have completed my Diploma in Children's Services. I have many years expereince working in early Childhood.

I currently work in the preschool room 4 days per week.

My Interests

Music, movies, pilates, switch games

My Personal Favourites

Colour: Black & White

Scent: Wood

Hot Drink: White hot chocolate

Cold Drink: Iced coffee

Food: Sushi & hotpot

Subject: History

Sweets: Mentos

What i love most about working with children: I am passionate about focusing on the individuality of each child, and supporting them to have a sense of belonging in their environment. 

Samantha

Harper

All About Me

I am a mum of two and have been working in Early Childhood for 4 years. I hold a Diploma in Children's Services.

My Interests: reading, nature walks, coffee with friends and watching my children play with their pets.

My Personal Favourites

Colour: Blue

Scent: Mint

Hot Drink: Coffee

Cold Drink: Tonic water

Food: Noodle Soup

Subject: Chemistry

Sweets: Chiffon cake

 

What i love most about working with children: I feel grateful to be a part of a young child's journey and to witness their growth everyday.

Manisha

All About Me

I am currently studying my certifcate 3 in Children's Services.

My Interests: Visiting new places, playing badminton, yoga, going for walks, watching movies.

My Personal Favourites

Colour: Green & Pink

Scent: Jasmine

Hot Drink: Hot chocolate

Cold Drink: Lemonade

Food: Manchurian & Pasta

Subject: Math

Sweets: Milk based sweets and chocolate

 

What i love most about working with children: I love being around children, they bring me lots of joy especially when they know me and are comfortable in their environment.

 

 

Monika

All About Me

I have completed my certifcate 3 in Children's Services.

I am currently on Maternity Leave

My Interests

Travelling, listening to music, exporing new cuisines, shopping, staying active

My Personal Favourites

Colour: Baby Pink

Scent: Excotic fruits and orchids

Hot Drink: Hot Chocolate

Cold Drink: Strawberry Shake

Food: Rice Pudding

Subject: Math

Sweets: Rabdi

What i love most about working with children: Helping children to develop their skills, and teaching them a variety of skills.

 

 

Jennifer

 

 

 

Sarah

All About Me: I'm the room leader of the preschool room, and currently studying an Early Childhood and Primary Degree at ACU. 

My Interests: Puzzles, pilates, yoga, skincare and wellness, trying new food and places

My Personal Favourites

Colour: Baby Pink

Scent: Vanilla and Caramel

Hot Drink: Dirty Chai

Cold Drink: Iced Vanilla Latte

Food: Spagetti

Subject: Science and PDH

Sweets: Choc drizzled popcorn

What i love most about working with children: I'm passionate about creating a fun, loving and educating environment for the children to grow and learn. I love making the children smile. Their smiles light up the room. I hope to provide the best start for children before they head to Kindergarten.

 

 

Chenfang

 

 

Christina

All About Me

I am a mum of 3 daughters, I am enthusiastic, flexible and a patient person who loves working with children. I hold a Diploma in Children's Services and many years of experience working with toddlers.

My Interests: Zumba, morning walks, planting, watching health channels

My Personal Favourites

Colour: Green 

Scent: Floral

Hot Drink: Coffee

Cold Drink: Water

Food: Thai

Subject: Health

Sweets: Ice-cream

What i love most about working with children: Supporting children through their early childhood and helping them to navigate this important stage of their life.

Emma

All About Me

I am a mum to a happy little boy and recently reytruned from maternity leave.

I am currently studying my certifcate 3 in Children's Services.

My Interests

Soccer, Horse riding, reading, hiking, watching movies

My Personal Favourites

Colour: Purple

Scent: Vanilla

Hot Drink: Chai latte

Cold Drink: Pepsi

Food: Sushi

Subject: Legal Studies

Sweets: Lifesavers

 

What i love most about working with children: Watching them develop new skills and giving the babies lots of hugs.

 

 

Shrazeena

All About Me

I am a bubbly, friendly teacher who enjoys creating a fun, safe and caring environment where children feel happy, confident and excited to learn.

I completed my Graduate Diploma in 2025.

I currently work in the Preschool Room Monday- Friday

My Interests

Trying new cuisines, tavelling to new places and shoppping.

My Personal Favourites

Colour: Pink & Purple

Scent: My Way - gorgio Armani

Hot Drink: Honey with lemon

Cold Drink: Juice

Food: Chicken Pizza

Subject: English

Sweets: Snickers

What i love most about working with children: I love working with children and supporting their early learning and development.

Harper

All About Me

I am a mum of two and have been working in the Early Childhood Indusrty for 5 years. 

Qualification: Diploma in Children's Services

I work in the toddlers room Monday to Friday

My Interests

Reading, baking, and going on nature walks.

My Personal Favourites

Colour: Blue

Scent: Mint

Hot Drink: Coffee

Cold Drink: Tonic Water

Food: Noodle Soup

Sweets: Chiffon Cake

 

What I love most about working with children: I feel grateful to be part of each child's journey and to see their growth everyday.

Anita

All About Me

Qualification: Cerificate 3 in Children's Services.

My Interests

Reading, cooking, playing the piano, travelling

My Personal Favourites

Colour: Pink

Scent: Jasmine

Hot Drink: Red Tea

Cold Drink: Coke

Food: Everything

Sweets: Ice cream

 

What i love most about working with children: I enjoy playing with the children, sharing lots of cuddles, and helping them to feel comfortable in the environment and engaging in lots of fun play opportunities. 

June

All About Me

I have completed my certifcate 3 in Children's Services, and have 4 years experience in the Early Childhood Industry.

I currenly work in the toddlers room Wednesday- Friday

My Interests

I love drawing and Painting

My Personal Favourites

Colour: Green and Blue

Scent: Rose

Hot Drink: Coffee

Cold Drink: Thai Milk Tea

Food: Papaya Salad & Boat Noodles 

Subject: Math

Sweets: Oreos

What I love most about working with children: I have a passion to assist children to learn through play and supporting children to learn new skills.

 

Amisha

All About Me

I am currently completing my Bachelor of Early Childhood.

I work in the 0-2 room 3 days per week.

My Interests

Music, dancing, gym and travelling

My Personal Favourites

Colour: Sky Blue & Brown

Scent: Floral

Hot Drink: Hot Chocolate

Cold Drink: Mango Smoothie

Food: Dumplings & Pasta

Subject: Computer Science

Sweets: Taro Cake

What i love most about working with children: I look forward to building strong relationships with the children and families, and making everyday fun and engaging.

 

Priscilla

All About Me

I hold a Bachelor of isual Communication Design and have recently completed my Masters of Teaching Birth to Five

I am born and raised in Indonesia, I love sweet tea and I love animals especially dogs.

My Interests

Creative and digital art, sketching & drawing, baking, travelling and gaming.

My Personal Favourites

Colour: Pastel Blue

Scent: Sweet Floral

Hot Drink: Hot Chocolate

Cold Drink: Jasmine Tea

Food: Steak Frites

Subject: Art

Sweets: Sticky Toffee Pudding

What I love most about working with children: Supporting children in their development and preparing them for school.

 

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