Opening Hours: Monday - Friday, 7:30am - 5:30pm
Kia Ora, my name is Pauline.
I am the owner and Manager here at Grasshoppers Early learning centre.
I live in Cambridge along with my two Miniature Schnauzers 'Izzy and Lulu', and cat ‘Misty'.
I have three beautiful adult children.
For 17 years, I enjoyed nurturing children as a home-based Educator in my own home, but my dream was always to purchase a Childcare Centre to call my own. I really wanted to create a ‘home away from home’ feeling for children and their families. A safe place, where children are given opportunities similar to mine as child, where their interests are extended on, and they develop life-long skills for learning, in an environment where they feel loved and secure, as they do at home.
"Hi, my name is Michelle Rees.
My husband and I have lived in the Ohaupo area for almost three years now, after having lived and worked in Raglan for the past 40 years.
I am, and always have been, passionate about early childhood education, and prior to moving to Ohaupo I had been working at an early learning centre in Raglan.
I have always believed that by working in partnership with teachers and whanau, we can support our tamariki to establish positive foundations for the future.
I am excited to work in this wonderful learning environment and I look forward to the future with Grasshoppers and getting to know the families of our tamariki across all rooms."
"Kia Ora, I’m Sheraya,
I am a qualified and registered Teacher and Team Leader in the Water Room.
Over the past few years I have been involved in Early Childhood Education in both Cambridge and Ohaupo.
I live in Te Awamutu with my husband, Etienne, and our dog.
When I’m not at work I enjoy reading books, spending time with family, working on photography and travelling.
I look forward to getting to know you and your child and being part of their learning journey."
Kia ora, my name is Kirsty!
I am the team leader of Ruuma Whenua (Earth room).
I live in Hamilton with my husband Kerryn, daughters Lucy and Ruby, and our many pets.
I have been in the Early Childhood industry for fourteen years.
I completed my Bachelor of Teaching (ECE) at Wintec in 2012.
I have worked in both centre based and homebased ECE settings.
I love my job and am so grateful to work with a team of passionate and caring Kaiako.
In my spare time I enjoy travel, singing and performing, and spending time with whanau and friends.
I am excited to partner with you and your child in their learning journey.
"Kia ora, my name is Chanelle and I am a Teacher in the Earth room.
I have recently completed my first year study towards the Bachelor of Teaching in Early Childhood with New Zealand Tertiary College.
I live in Te Awamutu with my husband Corban and our dog Wolf.
In my spare time I love to spend time with family and friends, go for hikes and try out new brunch spots.
I look forward getting to know you and your child and supporting them as they develop dispositions for life-long learning."
Kia ora e te whānau, my name is Danni and I work in the Water room.
I hold a Graduate Diploma of Teaching (ECE) and am passionate about fostering creativity, curiosity, and a sense of wonder for tamariki.
With my background in photography and design comes an aspiration for tamariki to find imaginative and artistic ways of expressing themselves.
I am a child at heart, and I can often be seen laughing, playing, and even jumping in muddy puddles!
I currently live in Hamilton with my Husband Sam, cat Mika, and many houseplants.
I enjoy op-shopping, gardening, baking, and spending time with friends and family.
I look forward to meeting you all and I feel truly grateful to be joining you on your child’s learning journey.
Kia ora,
My name is Nicola.
I am an experienced early childhood teacher.
I live locally, and my children went to Ȱhaupō School. My two oldest have left home for further education and my youngest daughter attends Cambridge High School.
I'm a keen gardener and nature lover.
When not working with children, you will find me at my parent's business, Ȱhaupō Olives, during the picking season.
Kia ora, I'm Megan.
I live in Te Awamutu with my husband Matt, Our daughter Sophie, Charlie the cat and Angel our rescue pup.
As a whanau we love being outdoors and you will often find us out on walks, tramping and camping.
I love the love arts and crafts and am a keen op shopper!
I have many years' experience working with a wide range of tamariki from babies to teens.
I am looking forward to getting to know you and your tamariki.
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Kia ora, my name is Jaz (Jasmine)
I am from Te Awamutu, where I have lived my whole life.
I have a younger brother who is my best friend, and I am very close to my parents too.
I am a Bachelor of Teaching ECE student in my second year.
I knew teaching was what I wanted for my future career for as long as I can remember.
I am looking forward to building relationships with all of our wonderful tamariki and whanau!
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Kia ora, I'm Betty!
I have a passion for nurturing young minds. I believe in creating environments where our tamariki feel not only valued and supported but also, inspired to explore and question the world around them. I enjoy creating spaces that foster curiosity and encourage exploration. I am a firm advocate for hands-on learning experiences, recognising the importance of providing opportunities to engage with the world in meaningful ways. Through exploration, discovery and meaningful interactions, I aim to empower children to become confident, curious and compassionate.
Kia ora,
I cannot wait to meet you.
I love to play the guitar, sing and I especially love to use a power tool or two.
I have been teaching for over 12 years and look forward to sharing my teaching skills alongside learning new ones with your tamaiti, our kaiako and of course you, our whanau.
Kia ora,
I’m Cole.
I am passionate about forming good relationships with tamariki.
I have a love for music and messy play. I believe that an environment where tamariki feel safe will lead to curious minds who ask questions and explore their surroundings. My goal is to empower and encourage children to further explore their interests but most of all to feel safe in Ruuma Ahi and have fun!
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