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At Small Pukeko’s Early Learning Centre, our teaching team is committed to delivering high-quality early childhood education and care in a safe, respectful, and inclusive environment. Our kaiako bring professionalism, warmth, and dedication to their practice, working collaboratively to support each child’s learning, development, and wellbeing. We value strong partnerships with whānau and recognise the importance of responding to every child’s unique strengths, interests, culture, and identity. Through reflective practice, ongoing professional development, and a strong commitment to bicultural learning, our team provides meaningful experiences that foster confidence, independence, curiosity, and a strong sense of belonging.

Yuna Zhang
Centre Owner
Rangatira

Rebekah Sweetman
Qualified and Registered Teacher
Kaiako Kua Rēhitatia o Manu Nui

Thi Ngoc Anh Dinh (Anh)
Qualified and Registered Teacher
Kaiako Kua Rēhitatia o Manu Nui

Rikki-Lee Ridley
Centre Chef
Kaitunu

Anna Barnard
Manu Nui Room Leader
Kaiārahi Rūma Manu Nui

Ramandeep Cheema
Qualified and Registered Teacher
Kaiako Kua Rēhitatia o Manu Nui

Jaydah Fairburn
Teacher
Kaiako o Manu Nui

Carolyn Grooby
Manu Iti Room Leader
Kaiārahi Rūma Manu Iti

Qilin Qu (Cookie)
Qualified and Registered Teacher
Kaiako Kua Rēhitatia o Manu Nui

Piper Kindraid
Qualified and Registered Teacher
Kaiako Kua Rēhitatia o Manu Iti
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