Our team
Our educators care for your child like family and support them as early childhood experts
Choosing who cares for your child when you focus your attention elsewhere is one of the most important decisions you’ll make. That’s why, at Enrich, we care for your child like family—and support them as early childhood experts.
Providing a place where your child can feel, be and do well
Our educators create a warm, welcoming, and nurturing environment where your child can feel, be and do well. We provide excellent education and care, yet above all, we provide children with the tools and strategies for well-being and success.
Each educator is Montessori- and EQ-trained and receives ongoing professional development to ensure your child receives excellent education and care.
Come meet the people who will nurture your child’s early years.
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 centre in Southport
As a small, family-owned centre, we value connection over numbers. Our boutique size allows us to truly know each child and nurture their unique strengths. You’ll always find a familiar face and an open door at Enrich.
Our educators and children are supported by a leadership team consisting of passionate individuals, dedicated to providing excellent care and education to our children. Each leadership team member brings a unique expertise, experience and vision to our centre.
The Enrich Early Education leadership team
EQ expert
and co-founder
Ellen Perkins
Ellen is the heart behind our EQM approach. She helps children and educators build emotional intelligence, confidence and resilience for life.
Director of Business Operations
and co-founder
John Tsoukalas
John ensures our centre runs smoothly, so our educators can focus on what matters most: your child’s learning and happiness.
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 qualifications 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.
Our educators
Loving. Learning. Empowering. Enriching.
Our educators are more than teachers — they’re mentors, guides, and cheerleaders for your child’s growth. Many have been with us for years, providing the stability and familiar faces children need to feel secure.
All educators are:
✔ Montessori & EQ trained
✔ Certified in First Aid & CPR
✔ Hold current Working With Children Checks
✔ Supported with ongoing professional development
Some, like Miss Nan, have been part of the Enrich family for over a decade!
Educators with unique qualifications
Our educators bring more than just passion to their roles—they bring a wealth of specialised qualifications that enhance the care and education we provide such as:
✔ Aromatherapy therapist
✔ Montessori expertise
✔ Emotional Intelligence expert
✔ Professional chef
These qualifications help us provide a holistic, well-rounded approach to early childhood education, one that nurtures your child’s emotional, intellectual, and physical growth.
What drives us as a team
At Enrich, we share one goal: to create a nurturing, joyful, and enriching environment where every child feels seen, safe, and supported. Together, we create a Montessori-inspired, Emotional intelligence-focused child care and early education centre where children learn the tools and strategies for well-being and success in school and life.
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.