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We have a stable workforce with long standing staff. They work diligently to create a challenging, nurturing environment for all children who attend Natural Steps.
Trained in caring for infants, we embrace The Pikler Approach which is based on a respectful relationship between an adult and infant, through choreographed tender care moments, that are enjoyable and unhurried. Older children experience teachers who a inspired by the Reggie Emilia Approach.
Supported by management and a robust appraisal system teachers are constantly evaluating their practice and seeking improvement to improve children’s learning outcomes.
Andrea, Lead Teacher and Acting Centre Manager
Certificated ECE Teacher Registration 374246
Grace Carter, Centre Manager (Maternity Leave)
Certificated ECE Teacher Registration 382904
Chloe Thompson, Lead Teacher
Certificated ECE Teacher Registration 423005 Kina - Toddlers
Antonia Su
Certificated ECE Teacher Registration 374649 Kina - Toddlers
Ellie Ahn
Certificated ECE Teacher Registration 348114 Kina - Toddlers
Eterno Jiang
Certificated ECE Teacher Registration 449453 Kina - Toddlers
Jezamine Cummings, Lead Teacher (Maternity Leave)
Certificated ECE Teacher Registration 442165 Wahanui Room - Preschool
Sam White
Certificated ECE Teacher Registration 374811 Wahanui Room - Preschool
Joy Lu
Certificated ECE Teacher Registration 380872 Wahanui Room - Preschool
Rubi De Jager (Maternity Leave)
Certificated ECE Teacher Registration 381216 Wahanui - Preschool
Mei Da Silva
Certificated ECE Teacher Registration 419447 Wahanui Room - Preschool
Rebecca White
Certificated ECE Teacher Registration 370654 Pipi Room - Infants
Beige Buchan
Teacher in Training Pipi Room - Infants
Kara Lee
Teacher in Training Pipi Room - Infants
Maree Holt
Centre Reliever
Hazel Huang
Certificated ECE Reliever Registration 438773
Andrea Daniel - Centre Manager
Kia ora koutou, my name is Andrea and I'm the Centre Manager here at Natural Steps Albany. I've been part of the Natural Steps whānau for nearly 8 years, growing alongside our centre as a teacher, mentor and leader.
I have always had a heart for early childhood education, and I see my role as gently guiding and scaffolding tamariki as they learn and grow. I have a real love for the Pikler approach - slowing down, building respectful relationships, and giving children the time and space they need to develop in their own way. I truly believe every child is capable, and it's such a privilege to be part of their journey as they grow into confident, lifelong learners.
Outside of the centre, I'm a wife and mum to my two girls, Elaina and Josie. As a family, we love music! It's a big part of our home and something that brings us a lot of joy together.
I hold a Bachelor of Business in Marketing and Finance, a Graduate Diploma in Teaching (ECE), as well as my full teacher certification and First Aid certificate.
I look forward to welcoming you and your whānau into our Natural Steps family, and sharing this special place with you.