Our Educators

Hannah

Hello, I’m Hannah from Hannah’s Family Daycare in Gracemere. I provide nurturing care for children from 18 months in a safe, inclusive, and engaging home-based environment. I’m passionate about building strong relationships with families and creating meaningful, fun-filled learning experiences for every child. We love being out in the community and regularly enjoy excursions such as intergenerational playgroups, the local library, pop-up playgroups, and Mainly Music. You can see more of what we do on our Facebook page via the link provided.

Amanda

Hello, I’m Amanda from Kawana Kidz Family Daycare in the Kawana area. I provide nurturing care for children aged 12 months to 3 years in a safe, inclusive, and engaging home-based environment.

 With 18 years of experience in childcare, I am passionate about building strong relationships with families and creating meaningful, fun-filled learning experiences for every child.

 I offer a warm, supportive space where children feel secure, valued, and truly at home. Through play-based learning, sensory experiences, creative activities, and a consistent daily routine, I encourage curiosity, confidence, and independence while supporting each child’s development at their own pace.

 My focus is on emotional wellbeing, connection, and providing a calm, caring environment where families feel welcomed and supported.

Amy

Sharna

My name is Sharna and I am located in Glenlee. 

I offer a warm, nurturing daycare environment where children feel safe, supported, and truly at home. I provide play-based learning experiences including crafts, sensory play, and community outings, while encouraging creativity, curiosity, and confidence. With a strong focus on routine, emotional wellbeing, and sustainable practices. I support each child’s development at their own pace in a calm, caring space where families feel valued and connected.

Mavis

I am an experienced educator with over 24 years working with children, running my family day care business for the past 19 years.

Caring for children is my passion. I believe every child is unique and deserves a safe, supportive environment where they can build confidence, develop their skills, and explore their interests. My small group setting allows children to grow socially, emotionally, and physically while feeling secure and valued.

My program supports children’s development while gently guiding positive behaviour, in line with the Early Years Learning Framework. I focus on teaching values like respect, responsibility, cooperation, empathy and more through everyday moments and shared experiences. Children are encouraged to take part in routines and simple decision-making, helping them grow in independence and self-regulation while building strong social skills. Through this supportive environment, children develop a sense of belonging, wellbeing, and confidence as learners.

I  value strong partnerships with families and aim to create a welcoming space where children and parents feel respected and supported. I believe children thrive when educators and families work together to guide their learning and wellbeing. Supporting children to develop positive values and life skills helps them grow into confident individuals and contributes to a caring community.

Katie

Welcome to our little pocket of magic here in Yeppoon!

I am Katie from Katie’s Little Learners.  For the past 15 years, my family daycare has been filled with giggles, muddy footprints, paint-splattered masterpieces, and the kind of belly laughs that only children can create. With 24 years in the childcare industry, caring for children isn’t just what I do — it’s who I am.

I’m also a proud mum of three energetic boys, so trust me… I understand busy mornings, endless snack requests, and the importance of a strong cup of coffee!

Real life experience meets professional experience here!

My family daycare caters to all learners, from tiny babies discovering their toes to school-aged adventurers bursting through the gate with stories from their day. Every child is celebrated for who they are — their quirks, their questions, their big feelings and even bigger imaginations.

Our days are built around play-based learning because childhood should be hands-on, joy-filled and just a little bit messy. Think water play on warm days, creative art explosions, garden discoveries, construction zones, quiet book corners, and spontaneous dance parties.

Katie's Little Learners is lucky to be based in beautiful Yeppoon, with a gorgeous outdoor space where little explorers can run, climb, dig, create and connect with nature. Indoors, our environment is thoughtfully set up to be age-inclusive, nurturing curiosity, independence and confidence at every stage.

One of the most special parts of family daycare? The connections. With our smaller group setting, I’m able to build genuine, close relationships — not just with the children, but with their families too. You’re not just enrolling in care; you’re joining a little community where your child is truly known.

I feel incredibly privileged to watch children grow from babies into confident school kids, to witness first steps, first friendships, and first big achievements. That’s the heart of what I do.

If you’re looking for a warm, playful, experienced, and slightly quirky home-away-from-home for your child… you might have just found it.

Lesley

Bianca

Hello, my name is Bianca, and family is at the heart of everything I do. I am a proud mum to four beautiful children and a loving step-mum to one wonderful stepdaughter. My partner, Brad, and I have created a busy, happy, and supportive home filled with love, laughter, and learning.

 I have been working in Family Day Care for the past 12 years, and it is truly my passion. Over the years, I have had the privilege of caring for many wonderful children and building strong, trusting relationships with families. My experience, combined with my own journey as a mother of five, has given me invaluable patience, understanding, and a deep appreciation for each child’s individuality.

 I believe in creating a warm, nurturing, and inclusive home environment where children feel safe, valued, and confident to explore, learn, and grow at their own pace. Family means everything to me, and I am passionate about providing care that feels like an extension of your own family.

Jolene

At Muggles Magic Muggles Family Day Care, I am committed to providing a safe, nurturing, and inclusive environment where children can grow, learn, and thrive.

My philosophy is guided by respect, individuality, and community, supporting each child’s development socially, emotionally, physically, and intellectually. Through a balance of planned and spontaneous play-based experiences, children are encouraged to explore, develop independence, and learn at their own pace.

I provide a warm, homely environment where every child feels welcomed, valued, and part of the family. My program is guided by the Early Years Learning Framework and supports children as capable, curious learners who are encouraged to take ownership of their choices and learning.

I am passionate about building strong relationships with children and families while providing high-quality care that supports each child to reach their full potential.