Our Team

Registered Kaiako

Kia ora, ko Tracey tōku ingoa. Understanding the significance of what my own children were capable of learning in their early years became my motivation for becoming an ECE teacher back in 2009. Many years on and it is still a joy to celebrate significant milestones everyday with our youngest taonga (treasures). I’m blessed with my wonderful husband David & two awesome daughters. I enjoy keeping reasonably fit and healthy, a good coffee, travel & eating out with friends and family.

Registered Kaiako

Kia ora, ko Kathryn tōku ingoa. I’ve been an Early Childhood teacher since the 90s and still absolutely love being part of children’s early learning journeys. It’s a real privilege to play, learn, and grow alongside tamariki here at Spotted Frog. I have a passion for music, storytelling, and dramatic play, and enjoy creating joyful, engaging experiences for our children. Outside of work, I love riding Vespa scooters with my husband, spending time with friends and whānau, and getting creative with knitting, sewing, gardening and cooking.

Registered Kaiako

Ko Viceroy Levy ahāu. As one of your child's kaiako, I will demonstrate integrity, sincerity and respect towards Māori beliefs, language and culture whilst promoting their learning through responsive and reciprocal relationships with people, places and things. Our early childhood curriculum reflects the holistic way children learn and grow, to empower them as capable independent learners.

Kaiako

Ko Mat tōku ingoa. I have worked with children for many years in different roles, with most of that time spent as a support worker for children with unique needs. I firmly believe that every child has their own unique strengths and goals that grow everyday through nurturing care and excitement as we explore the world together.

Registered Kaiako

Kia ora! Ko Ann tōku ingoa. I have been working with children for the last twenty years and I’ve learnt that these little human beings teach us to be curious, to keep learning, and to have the purest of hearts. This continues to inspire me in my everyday life. Outside work, I enjoy going for walks, camping, and meeting friends in cafes. Nice to meet you and I look forward to working with you and your child.

Kaiako

Kia ora, ko Ange tōku ingoa. I have been working in ECE since 2004 and remain passionate about child-led experiences and creating beautiful & engaging provocations that inspire children to explore and engage with their environment & one another. Outside of work, I enjoy spending time with my partner Greg, our daughter and our grandchildren. I also love walks, crafting, and DIY projects.

Registered Kaiako

Kia ora koutou Spotted Frog whānau! Ko Myril tōku ingoa. I have been in the ECE sector since 2020. I am a big believer in building strong reciprocal relationships with tamariki, kaiako, whānau, and the wider community. I support the tamariki in utilising their interests as a vehicle in their learning and development. I am driven by my strong faith and great enthusiasm in bringing joy and aroha all around me.

Registered Kaiako

Kia ora koutou, ko Siobhan tōku ingoa - I have been working with tamariki since 2013, eagerly growing my mātauranga and skills. I am passionate about making a positive impact on the lives of young tamariki and offering a nurturing yet encouraging environment for tamariki to grow in. In my spare time, you can find me with my whānau, baking, or getting out and about on a hīkoi somewhere by the moana or in a bush!

Kaiako

Kia ora, ko Ali tōku ingoa. I trained in the UK as a nursery teacher and have been working with children for many years. I have a passion for supporting children to grow, explore and learn. My husband Dan and I have three young children, who all came through Spotted Frog. Having a young family has certainly paved the way for me when it comes to working with young children. In my spare time I like to read, socialise with friends and bake.