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

Rachel

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 currently work in the toddlers room

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

 

 

Jenny

All About Me

I am currently studying a Bachelor of early Childhood and Primary Teaching at ACU

My Interests: Doing makeup,dancing, pilates, spending time with family and friends, swimming, going to the beach

My Personal Favourites

Colour: Green

Scent: Sweet/Floral

Hot Drink: Coffee

Cold Drink: Iced latte & Lemonade

Food: Pizza & Pasta

Subject: PDHPE

Sweets: Chocolate & lollies

What i love most about working with children: I am passionate about helping children learn new things, watching them grow and achieve their goals.

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 childrren through their early childhood and helping them to navigate this important stage of their life.

Preeti

All About Me

I have 9 years of teaching experience in India and a background of dance and choreography and event management. I have completed my certifcate 3 in Children's Services.

My Interests: Reading, storytelling, dancing, painting, art & craft.

My Personal Favourites

Colour: Sky blue

Scent: Oud Arabia

Hot Drink: Tea & Coffee

Cold Drink: Coke

Food: Pasta, Thai food, noodles

Subject: Art & Math

Sweets: Kaju Katli

 

What i love most about working with children: I'm deeply passionate about teaching and creating a warm, caring space where children can learn, grow and thrive.

Emma

All About Me

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

I am currently on Maternity leave 

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.

 

 

Georgia

All About Me

I love learning new skills and I am currently studying a Certificate 3 in Children's Services and a Bachelor of Primary Teaching at ACU

I currently work two days a week in the toddlers room.

My Interests

Gym and Sport, beach walks, spending time with friends, listening to music

My Personal Favourites

Colour: Sage Green

Scent: Floral & Vanilla

Hot Drink: Coffee

Cold Drink: Smoothie

Food: Pasta & Steak

Subject: PE

Sweets: Chocolate & Cheesecake

What i love most about working with children: I am passionate about helping others and watching children grow. I love teaching children new skills.

Hiba

All About Me

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

My Interests: cooking, dancing, swimming

My Personal Favourites

Colour: Black & White

Scent: Flowers

Hot Drink: Tea

Cold Drink: Orange Juice

Food: Pasta

Subject: History

Sweets: Baklava

 

What i love most about working with children: Developing their skills, teaching them new ideas and fostering their interests. I also love talking and communicating with children, and listening to their ideas. 

Saron

All About Me

Qualification: Diploma in Children's Services

My Interests

Books, music, walking

My Personal Favourites

Colour: Black & White

Scent: Citrus & Woody

Hot Drink: Decaf tea

Cold Drink: Iced Chai Latte

Food: Fruit & Vegetables

Sweets: Chocolate

 

What i love most about working with children: Supporting children's wellbeing and developing their social and emotional skills.

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. 

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