Our team
A dedicated, highly qualified team supports your child's growth and well-being
The educators create a warm, welcoming, and nurturing environment where children can feel, be and do well. Our team is Montessori- and EQ-trained and receives ongoing professional development, all aimed at fostering an atmosphere where your child can thrive.
Setting children up for well-being and success, in school and life
At the heart of everything we do is the belief that children are capable, curious and eager to learn. We create an environment that supports the children in reaching their milestones while feeling empowered, supported, encouraged and safe.
Our educators provide an educational curriculum that’s based on the Early Years Learning Framework, enriched with Montessori principles and Emotional Intelligence teachings. This helps the children build confidence, independence, and a lifelong love of learning.
Through hands-on experiences and mindful guidance, we nurture emotional intelligence, resilience and self-regulation—essential skills for school, relationships, and life. Our approach to early learning sets children up for success and well-being in school and life.
A boutique, family-owned child care and early education centre
As a small, family-owned centre, we care about the families that attend our service. Our dedicated leadership team is hands-on and invested in providing excellent, personalised, care and education.
Our boutique size allows us to truly know each child and nurture their unique strengths.
Meet our leadership team
Our leadership team consists of passionate individuals dedicated to the success of our centre. From our Centre Director to our Montessori Expert, each member brings unique expertise and vision to Enrich Early Education.
EQ expert
and co-founder
Ellen Perkins
Ellen is the heart behind our EQM approach, helping children and educators build emotional intelligence. Her passion is shaping a future where children are equipped with the confidence, resilience, and emotional skills to thrive.
Director of Business Operations
and co-founder
John Tsoukalas
John ensures our centre runs smoothly, allowing our educators to focus on what matters most: your child’s learning and well-being.
Every day, John supports the great work Ellen and the Enrich team do to make our centre a well-being hub for all our families.
What makes us unique
A holistic, family-centred approach to early learning focusing on academic and emotional growth
Our Montessori and EQ inspired approach
We go beyond traditional child care by integrating Emotional Intelligence (EQ) and Montessori principles into everyday learning. Children learn to self-regulate emotions, build empathy, and navigate social interactions—essential life skills for well-being and success.
Engaging sensory-based learning activities
Our outdoor nature-based learning program fosters curiosity, creativity and environmental awareness.
Sensory activities help children develop self-regulation and strengthen neural connections for academic and social growth.
An enriching extra-curricular Activity Program
From gardening and soccer to yoga and Emotion Coaching — the Activity Program is designed to nurture the whole child.
Providing the children with enjoyable activities to explore, develop, and grow with confidence.
Centre Director
Megan
Our centre director has a holistic approach to early learning. She has over 20 years of experience in early learning, is a registered trainer and assessor and holds qualfications in infant massage and aromatherapy—supporting children’s well-being in every aspect.
Montessori Expert
Claire
Claire is a highly experienced Montessori teacher with a Bachelor of Education, specialising in Montessori in Early Childhood Teaching. Her expertise ensures that Montessori principles are deeply embedded in our curriculum.
A dedicated team of nurturing and caring educators
Our team of highly qualified and experienced educators bring a wealth of knowledge and expertise to our centre. They’re trained in Montessori and Emotional Intelligence (EQ) and receive ongoing mentoring and professional development to ensure continued growth as an early childhood professional. Our team is certified in CPR and First Aid and holds current Working with Children Checks.
We understand how important stability and continuity are for your child, which is why many of our educators have been with us for several years. Some, like Miss Nan, have been part of the Enrich family for over 10 years!
Book a personal tour
We would love for you to meet our dedicated team in person and see the warm, welcoming environment we’ve worked so hard to create.