Head Teacher

Kaiako

Hello, my name is Penny Wesley-Miller-Tonkin. I have been working in the Early Childhood Sector for quite a while now, and I really enjoy working with the ladies here, and the little ones. I am the mother of two grown sons, and I am a grandmother of an expanding family.

Interests outside of centre life:  I have learned to fly small planes, scuba dive, shown and bred dogs, I am an avid traveller, and am now enjoying entering local 5km walks and enjoy watching crime series on T.V.

Kaiako

Kia ora and Talofa Whanau. My name is Whaea Mel and I have been at Fairfield Educare since it opened under new management in Jan 2022.

Originally from Christchurch, myself and my Aiga, relocated to Levin from Auckland in early 2022.

I have 4 tamariki of my own, with my youngest in the nursery at Fairfield.

I have been teaching for over 15 years now and couldn’t imagine doing anything else. I’ve worked in a variety of roles within ECE over my career and enjoy the flexibility teaching provides, no day is ever the same. I look forward to working alongside you and your whanau, sharing your tamati’s learning journey and all their milestones along the way.

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Kia Ora, 

I'm Whaea Tish, a passionate Kaiako at Fairfield Educare with over ten years of experience. I find joy in working with tamariki and continually seeking knowledge. I am born and raised in Levin, enjoy spending time with my whānau and my two pets, Leo and Mischief. I have a flair for creativity and dedicate my down time to handcrafting various items, learning new skills, and being involved in local markets. I am excited to carry on growing and learning alongside my colleagues, you and your tamariki.

Kia Ora everyone, my name is Whaea Jess. I am a second year student working towards my degree in Early Childhood Education. I am excited to begin my teaching journey here at Fairfield Educare and I look forward to being a part of your children’s learning!

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